Senior Ecologist

Role – Senior Ecologist

Salary – £DOE

Location – Sheffield

A growing environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist to support an expanding pipeline of projects across the UK. The role sits within a multidisciplinary team working across ecology, landscape, heritage and planning, supporting a broad client base including developers, land promoters and public sector bodies. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering ecological input across a range of developments including residential schemes, infrastructure projects, renewable energy and strategic land promotion.

The Senior Ecologist role will involve leading and delivering ecological work across all project stages, from early feasibility through to planning and post-consent support.

• Leading ecological surveys, assessments and reporting
• Managing EcIA and biodiversity-focused deliverables
• Advising clients on mitigation strategies and biodiversity enhancements
• Supporting project teams to navigate planning and environmental constraints
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to team development
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders and planning authorities
• Contributing to project management, including budgets and timelines
• The role requires a balance between technical ecological expertise and commercial awareness, ensuring practical and deliverable outcomes for clients

• A degree in Ecology or closely related subject
• Membership of CIEEM
• Protected species licence(s)
• Experience working within a consultancy environment
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and ecological legislation
• Proven experience delivering EcIA and associated reports
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage projects and support junior staff

This is an opportunity to join a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic, commercially aware environmental advice. The team operates in a collaborative environment, working closely across disciplines to deliver high-quality outcomes for people, places and nature.

• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
• Additional leave linked to length of service
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Ongoing training and career development
• Paid time for volunteering or conservation work
• Bonus scheme linked to performance
• Access to a wide variety of projects across the UK
• Clear progression pathway within a growing team
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Regular team socials and events