Senior Ecologist

Job Overview

At WSP, the Ecology team delivers ecological advice and project support across the UK. The role offers opportunities to develop core ecological, project management and consultancy skills while influencing the wider ecology industry.

• Provide technical advice and planning for ecology surveys including Phase 1 habitat/UKHab and protected species surveys.
• Prepare tenders and suites of habitat, botanical and protected species surveys for a range of schemes.
• Contribute to ecological deliverables such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species Reports, European Protected Species licence applications, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), biodiversity chapters of EIAs and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA).
• Manage client liaison and project timelines.
• Mentor and train members of the wider ecology team.

• Academic qualification in a related discipline and membership (or eligibility for membership) of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management.
• Protected species licence(s) and specialist ecological skills relevant to consulting.
• Experience conducting extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab and protected species surveys.
• Experience in tender preparation and ecological report production.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an ecology and environmental team.
• Knowledge of relevant wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.
• Desirable: authoring Ecological Impact Assessments.

Hybrid working policy – two days a week from home with flexible office collaboration across the UK. Inclusive culture supporting development, mentoring and chartership pathways. Health & wellbeing support including virtual GP service, gymflex scheme and menopause support package. Flexible working arrangements, additional leave options and bank holiday entitlement.

Apply today through WSP to join a close‑knit community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer. WSP encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. Disability confident leaders will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require workplace adjustments.