Senior​/Principal Ecologist

Senior/Principal Ecologist

Are you an experienced Ecologist looking to take that next step in your career or a new and exciting challenge? Do you want to be part of a collaborative organisation that provides outstanding consultancy and contracting support? If so, RSK Biocensus, part of RSK Group, is recruiting a tenacious and passionate Senior Ecologist to join our UK ecology team.

• Responsible for managing and overseeing medium/large projects and tenders from commencement to completion and close-out.
• Displaying a commitment to the work that is produced, promoting RSK in a positive light to clients and competitors.
• Managing medium-sized projects, including finance, resource allocation, managing sub-contractors, risk and quality assurance, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication, and seeking and responding to client feedback.
• Completing fieldwork, including out-of-hours surveys, travelling as required, and working away from home.
• Assisting with the delivery of survey and research reports, to include document reviews, statistical analyses, licence applications, reporting, etc.

A full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle is required for this role.

You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of workload under pressure. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and concise reports, are essential for communicating findings and recommendations.

• Degree or relevant qualification in Ecology or related subject.
• 5 Years specific relevant experience within a similar role.
• Species specific personal licences are desirable.
• Associate membership with CIEEM.
• Abide by CIEEM’s Code of Professional Conduct.

• £33,500 – £56,000
• Company paid life assurance
• Contributed pension scheme
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Regular career training and development
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.