Ecologist

Ecologist

Department: Ecology

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Manchester

Urban Green is a specialist provider within environmental consultancy supporting clients across the North West. We are known for our technical expertise, commitment to quality, and strong client partnerships. As the business continues to grow and evolve, we are looking for a Principal Ecologist to play a key role in supporting our next phase of development.

Part of the Celnor Group, a UK‑based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape, you will join a team that retains its own identity and culture while enjoying support from a central group function.

• Lead a portfolio of complex ecological projects from client liaison to completion
• Deliver ecological surveys, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA)
• Act as technical authority on protected species and habitats legislation
• Design and oversee mitigation, compensation, and enhancement strategies
• Hold or work toward relevant protected species licences (e.g., bats, GCN, otters, badgers)
• Provide Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) support on complex projects
• Serve as lead point of contact for clients, planners, and statutory bodies
• Resolve technical and regulatory challenges efficiently
• Review reports for quality, accuracy, and compliance with guidance
• Mentor and manage Assistant Ecologists with a creative and pragmatic approach
• Maintain quality and health & safety standards
• Demonstrate efficient and profitable delivery

• Minimum of 2 years professional ecological consultancy experience
• Degree or higher in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• Member of CIEEM
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
• Proven experience delivering complex ecological projects
• Holder of one or more protected species licences
• Full UK driving licence

As part of the wider Celnor Group, you’ll benefit from group‑wide investment, shared expertise and career development opportunities as the organisation grows. Professionalism, integrity and teamwork are highly valued.