Ecologist

Consultant Ecologist

Role is within an environmental consultancy that focuses on pragmatic environmental advice. The position is based in Manchester but requires UK-wide travel.

Highly motivated, versatile individual with problem‑solving skills, ready to push boundaries and work collaboratively.

• Undertake Ecological surveys, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (Phase 1 Habitat Survey/ UKHab) independently in line with appropriate guidance.
• Deliver accurate and pragmatic advice to clients.
• Produce ecological reports (PEA, protected species reports) to a high standard in line with best practice guidance. Experience with Biodiversity Net Gain calculations, HRA screening assessments, management plans, UKHab and method statements desirable.
• Experience with QGIS or ArcGIS and Biodiversity Net Gain highly desirable.
• Hold a Class 1 Bat and/or Great Crested Newt Natural England Licence(s) and lead the aforementioned surveys.
• Be an active member of the E3P Ecology team, working collaboratively with the wider team.
• Work alongside other disciplines within E3P to further service offering.
• Represent the company at networking and industry events.
• Develop relationships with clients and win new work for the company.
• Accept and deal with responsibility for project delivery and client liaison.
• Organise subcontractors and survey scheduling.
• Assist the wider team with protected species and Phase 1 Habitat surveys.
• Data collation and entry.
• Assist with report writing.
• Progress career through continued training and CPD both inside and outside work.

• Relevant work experience within a consultancy, demonstrating commitment and knowledge of the role.
• Qualifying member of CIEEM or willingness to obtain.
• Beneficial to be working towards a Natural England Protected Species Survey Licence for bat.
• Degree in a relevant Environmental Sciences subject.

• Accept and deal with responsibility for project delivery and client liaison.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexibility.
• Enthusiasm.
• Teamwork.
• Commercial awareness.
• Self-confidence.
• Willing and able to work away from base office for extended periods to support project delivery.
• Willing and able to work night shifts (bat and newt surveys).
• Self-starter.
• Happy to work outdoors.
• Live in close proximity to Manchester office (half hour commute) or willing to relocate.
• Demonstrate genuine interest in developing a career in ecology.