Senior Environmentalist​/Ecologist

Lead the Way in Sustainable Ecological Development. We are seeking an experienced and licensed Senior Ecologist to lead and deliver complex ecological services across a diverse portfolio of environmental consultancy projects, with a strong focus on infrastructure and the highways sector. You will drive compliance, enhance biodiversity, and mentor the next generation of ecologists.

• Technical Leadership & Compliance
  • Surveys & Assessments:
    Plan and execute Phase 1/2 Habitat Surveys, Protected Species Surveys, and conduct detailed Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs) and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs).
  • Licensing & Reporting:
    Prepare technical reports (PEAs, EcIAs, HRAs) and obtain European Protected Species (EPS) Mitigation Licences in England and Wales.
  • Specialist Knowledge:
    Apply working knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and BREEAM.
• Project & Client Management
  • Prepare competitive fee proposals and project tenders.
  • Manage project financials and undertake quality assurance (QA) on technical reports and plans.
  • Actively liaise with clients, local authorities, Natural England, and landowners to secure compliance and drive new business acquisition.
  • Serve as the primary ecological and environmental advisor on major infrastructure projects.
• Mentoring & Team Support
  • Provide high-level technical expertise and mentorship to a team of junior ecologists.
  • Coordinate survey delivery and assist with career development, appraisals, and complex queries.
  • Work collaboratively across the company to ensure the Consultancy operates as a financially viable business.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum 6 years' post-graduate experience in ecological consultancy.
• Qualifications:
  
  Relevant degree (ideally secondary degree or accreditation).
• Professional Status:
  Full Membership/Accreditation (e.g., CIEEM/IEMA) or equivalent, ideally CEnv.
• Licensing:
  Must hold one or more EPS species licenses.
• Logistics:
  Full UK Driving License (extensive travel required), CSCS card, and Safety Critical Worker Medical.
• Your
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional written communication for high-stakes reports, proven experience managing teams and budgets, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive, client-focused approach.

• Salary:
  Competitive
• Vehicle:
  Company car or competitive car allowance provided.
• Leave: 26 days annual holiday + bank holidays.
• Financial:
  Pension with salary sacrifice, 1 paid professional membership per year.
• Wellness:
  Paid volunteer days, all necessary PPE and equipment supplied.
• Flexibility:
  Hybrid working model with the ability to travel and stay away as required

• Job Title:
  
  Senior Environmentalist / Ecologist
• Company:
  Manpower
• Location:
  
  Brighton, East Sussex
• Posted:
  Feb 6th 2026
• Closes:
  Mar 9th 2026
• Sector:
  Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  Full Time