Senior​/Principal - Field Ecology Lead

Location: Exeter, Edinburgh, London, Newcastle, Peterborough, Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds

Haskoning is an independent, employee‑owned international consultancy combining engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

With over 140 years of expertise and more than 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work on diverse international projects across renewable energy, water infrastructure, catchment management, industry, built environment, coastal and marine development.

Our ecology team provides ecological survey and assessment services, compliance and advisory services, licensing, biodiversity net gain, ecological clerk of works, and habitat restoration design for exciting and nationally important projects. The team supports EIA and HRA assessments across a wide variety of consent applications.

We invest in our people through structured training, conferences, innovation programmes and team‑building sessions.

Senior / Principal Ecologist – You will lead and grow a team of specialists and manage ecological survey work from project inception through to the completion of reports such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Protected Species Survey Reports, Ecological Impact Assessments, Protected Species & Habitat Mitigation Strategies, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species licence applications, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and method statements.

You will act as a technical expert throughout the project lifecycle, advising on survey design and ecological assessment, and preparing or overseeing Ecological Impact Assessments, Protected Species & Habitat Mitigation Strategies, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species licence applications, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and method statements.

• Lead and manage ecological survey projects from inception to reporting.
• Provide technical advice on survey design, ecological assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and oversee Ecological Impact Assessments, Protected Species licence applications and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.

• 8+ years of demonstrable professional experience in ecological surveys, data analysis and report drafting.
• Extensive experience in delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Protected Species and Habitat Mitigation Strategies, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species Licence applications and Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments.
• Experience with Natural England protected species survey licences, especially for bats.
• Full CIEEM membership.
• Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) experience and/or managing contractors.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organisational, analytical and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.

• Dependable, proactive and self‑motivated.
• Flexible, adaptive, innovative and ready to develop your career.

Dynamic work environment with development opportunities and support on your career path. Flexible working models, including part‑time options.

A competitive salary of £40,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience) and a comprehensive benefits package.

Haskoning is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered. We embrace diversity of background, identity and perspective and provide opportunities for all to grow and contribute.