Principal Ecological Consultant

This role will work together with our Associate Director to ensure high-quality service is delivered to our clients in the Midlands areas.

As a Principal Ecologist at ADAS you can expect to get involved with management and delivery of all elements of protected species/field surveys, assessment, tender and report writing and project management. If you want to work as part of a friendly, flexible and committed team and you can bring us your individual talent and a pro‑active, can‑do attitude then apply today and let's get started!

• Working together with our Associate Director and our ecologist to ensure high-quality service is delivered to our clients
• Strengthening the team of ecologists in the Midlands with training, development, support and advice.
• Advising and helping coordinate all aspects of ecology relating to the project.
• Managing projects from inception to finalisation
• Talking to our clients and providing solid technical advice.
• Write technical reports including but not limited to, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Mitigation Strategies and Biodiversity Management Plans, Habitat Regulations Assessments Screening reports and protected species reports.
• Technical review and approval of reports.
• Contributing to the wider ADAS Environment teams, particularly to support and develop best practice in consultancy.
• Developing your own knowledge, skills and competencies through training opportunities and conferences offered to ADAS Environment ecologists.
• Fostering client relationships through successful delivery of tenders and projects.

• Graduate or 1st Degree level discipline or vocation qualification.
• Associate Level CIEEM membership or above.
• In‑depth knowledge of ecology, legislation, and survey techniques, preferable with large projects.
• Excellent written communication skills and be able to produce accurate technical reports.
• A proactive attitude to managing your own time, finding solutions and ensuring that work is delivered on time and to the required standards.
• A full driving licence, access to your own vehicle and be commutable to our office.

• One protected species licence (Great Crested Newt, Hazel Dormouse or bats etc.).
• Experience of bat data analysis.
• A CSCS card
• Personal Track Safety (PTS) Qualified
• Knowledge and experience of District Licensing for Great Crested Newts or been a holder of or named ecologist on mitigation licences.

• Competitive salary, depending on skills, experience.
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Company Paid Life Assurance
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership.
• Regular training and career development.
• Access to mental health support and professional financial advice.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.