Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist / Principal Ecologist / Ecologist
Norwich East Anglia Hybrid Working
An established and highly regarded multi-disciplinary environmental and rural consultancy is looking to appoint an Ecologist, Senior Ecologist or Principal Ecologist to join its growing in-house Ecology & Environmental team in East Anglia.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy delivering a broad portfolio of ecology, biodiversity and land recovery projects across the region. The team is continuing to expand in response to growing demand around Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), habitat banking, landscape recovery and environmental planning.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of projects including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), protected species surveys, Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW), habitat management planning, BNG assessments and wider ecological consultancy services.

The business is flexible on level and welcomes applications from experienced Ecologists through to Senior and Principal level candidates.

Key Responsibilities
Undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), UKHab surveys and protected species surveys
Delivering Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and supporting habitat banking and landscape recovery projects
Producing high-quality technical reports and ecological documentation
Managing projects and coordinating survey programmes
Liaising with clients, landowners, planners, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
Supporting ecological mitigation, habitat enhancement and restoration initiatives
Undertaking Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) duties where required
Supporting and mentoring junior team members (Senior/Principal level)
Using GIS/QGIS to support habitat mapping and ecological assessments
Ensuring projects are delivered in line with current wildlife legislation, planning policy and best practice guidance

Candidate Requirements
Degree (or higher) in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline

Experience with in ecological consultancy
Strong report writing and communication skills

Experience with PEAs, habitat surveys and protected species work
Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
Membership of CIEEM or eligibility to apply
Full UK driving licence

Desirable Experience
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments
UKHab surveys and habitat condition assessments
GIS/QGIS experience
Protected species licences
FISC accreditation
Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) experience
River restoration, freshwater ecology or habitat banking experience

Why Apply?
Excellent opportunity to join a growing ecology function with genuine progression opportunities
Diverse project portfolio across ecology, biodiversity and natural capital
Flexible level of appointment depending on experience
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Hybrid working model
Flexible basic salary available for the right candidate

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please get in touch directly.