An established and growing environmental consultancy are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join their team in Mancheste. You will help deliver on a wide range projects within residential, green infrastructure and comemrcial sectors. Known for its forward-thinking approach to ecology and green infrastructure, the organisation offers a supportive environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged. The successful candidate will take a lead role in project delivery, survey coordination, and reporting, while also mentoring junior ecologists and contributing to the strategic development of the team. Company Benefits; Flexible hybrid working to support work-life balance 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays and winter closure Enhanced parental leave, health and wellbeing support, and professional membership fees covered Access to CPD events, mentoring schemes, and structured career development Work alongside a passionate, multi-disciplinary team on projects that shape sustainable, resilient cities Key Responsibilities: Lead ecological inputs across diverse planning and design projects Plan, manage, and deliver habitat and protected species surveys Produce high-quality ecological assessments and mitigation strategies Advise clients and project teams on biodiversity net gain (BNG) and nature-based solutions Contribute to proposals, tenders, and client relationships Support junior team members through mentoring and line management About You: Strong consultancy experience with a solid understanding of UK planning and environmental legislation Ideally Associate or full membership (or working towards) of CIEEM Excellent ecological report writing and communication skills At least one protected species licence (e.g. bat, GCN) is advantageous Confident in liaising with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies Full UK driving licence This role offers a genuine opportunity to shape the future of urban ecology in a company that values innovation, inclusivity, and impact. To apply, please apply to this advert or for more information, please call Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment.
Dec 07, 2025
Full time
An established and growing environmental consultancy are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join their team in Mancheste. You will help deliver on a wide range projects within residential, green infrastructure and comemrcial sectors. Known for its forward-thinking approach to ecology and green infrastructure, the organisation offers a supportive environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged. The successful candidate will take a lead role in project delivery, survey coordination, and reporting, while also mentoring junior ecologists and contributing to the strategic development of the team. Company Benefits; Flexible hybrid working to support work-life balance 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays and winter closure Enhanced parental leave, health and wellbeing support, and professional membership fees covered Access to CPD events, mentoring schemes, and structured career development Work alongside a passionate, multi-disciplinary team on projects that shape sustainable, resilient cities Key Responsibilities: Lead ecological inputs across diverse planning and design projects Plan, manage, and deliver habitat and protected species surveys Produce high-quality ecological assessments and mitigation strategies Advise clients and project teams on biodiversity net gain (BNG) and nature-based solutions Contribute to proposals, tenders, and client relationships Support junior team members through mentoring and line management About You: Strong consultancy experience with a solid understanding of UK planning and environmental legislation Ideally Associate or full membership (or working towards) of CIEEM Excellent ecological report writing and communication skills At least one protected species licence (e.g. bat, GCN) is advantageous Confident in liaising with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies Full UK driving licence This role offers a genuine opportunity to shape the future of urban ecology in a company that values innovation, inclusivity, and impact. To apply, please apply to this advert or for more information, please call Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment.
Are you interested in playing an active role in restoring Wales' peatlands? We are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our newly formed Survey and Monitoring Team, which sits within the Wales National Peatland Action Programme. In this pivotal role you will be the lead for ecological survey and monitoring elements of NPAP, developing, planning and implementing surveys and assessments acro click apply for full job details
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Are you interested in playing an active role in restoring Wales' peatlands? We are looking for an experienced ecologist to join our newly formed Survey and Monitoring Team, which sits within the Wales National Peatland Action Programme. In this pivotal role you will be the lead for ecological survey and monitoring elements of NPAP, developing, planning and implementing surveys and assessments acro click apply for full job details
Landscape Architect - Winchester A well-established, award-winning environmental conmpany based in Winchester is seeking a talented and motivated Landscape Architect to join their collaborative and multidisciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative individual who is passionate about landscape architecture and sustainable design, and who is looking to develop their career within a respected and forward-thinking practice. Benefits include: Competitive salary, based on experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Generous annual leave allowance plus additional leave for long service Pension scheme Payment of professional membership fees Regular CPD sessions and mentoring support (including for the Pathway to Chartership) Cycle to work scheme A friendly, inclusive office culture with regular team socials and wellbeing initiatives About the Role The successful candidate will work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK and internationally, ranging from masterplanning and green infrastructure strategies to detailed landscape design for public spaces, residential developments, and infrastructure schemes. The role offers exposure to all project stages, with opportunities to contribute creatively and technically from concept through to construction. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of design proposals, reports, visualisations, and planning submissions Contribute to LVIA and landscape planning work Collaborate closely with architects, ecologists, planners, and engineers Participate in client meetings and site visits Support senior team members with project delivery and coordination You will ideally have; A degree in Landscape Architecture (and ideally on the Pathway to Chartership or recently Chartered) Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp; knowledge of Revit and GIS is an advantage Excellent design, graphic, and communication skills A proactive, organised, and team-oriented mindset If you're a passionate Landscape Architect looking to make a real impact within a dynamic and respected practice, this please contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment or apply to this advert.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Landscape Architect - Winchester A well-established, award-winning environmental conmpany based in Winchester is seeking a talented and motivated Landscape Architect to join their collaborative and multidisciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative individual who is passionate about landscape architecture and sustainable design, and who is looking to develop their career within a respected and forward-thinking practice. Benefits include: Competitive salary, based on experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Generous annual leave allowance plus additional leave for long service Pension scheme Payment of professional membership fees Regular CPD sessions and mentoring support (including for the Pathway to Chartership) Cycle to work scheme A friendly, inclusive office culture with regular team socials and wellbeing initiatives About the Role The successful candidate will work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK and internationally, ranging from masterplanning and green infrastructure strategies to detailed landscape design for public spaces, residential developments, and infrastructure schemes. The role offers exposure to all project stages, with opportunities to contribute creatively and technically from concept through to construction. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of design proposals, reports, visualisations, and planning submissions Contribute to LVIA and landscape planning work Collaborate closely with architects, ecologists, planners, and engineers Participate in client meetings and site visits Support senior team members with project delivery and coordination You will ideally have; A degree in Landscape Architecture (and ideally on the Pathway to Chartership or recently Chartered) Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp; knowledge of Revit and GIS is an advantage Excellent design, graphic, and communication skills A proactive, organised, and team-oriented mindset If you're a passionate Landscape Architect looking to make a real impact within a dynamic and respected practice, this please contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment or apply to this advert.
Ecologist - Cheltenham An established environmental consultancy based in Cheltenham is seeking a dedicated Ecologist to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a variety of engaging projects across the South East and beyond, working alongside experienced professionals in ecology, planning, and environmental assessment. The successful candidate will join a supportive, collaborative team committed to high-quality work and continued professional development. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their ecological career within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy. What's on offer: Competitive salary based on experience Flexible working arrangements Paid professional memberships Cycle-to-work scheme Friendly, inclusive work culture with regular team events Excellent opportunities for training and career progression Key Responsibilities: Carrying out a wide range of field surveys, including protected species and habitat assessments Preparing clear and concise ecological reports, including PEAs, PRAs, EcIAs, and input to EIAs Supporting the delivery of ecological inputs on multi-disciplinary projects Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and planning authorities Assisting with the preparation of fee proposals and tenders The ideal candidate will have: A relevant degree in Ecology or a related subject At least one season of ecological field survey experience Strong report writing and communication skills A good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy A full UK driving licence Interested in this Ecologist vacancy? To discuss this vacancy please do not hesitate to contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Ecologist - Cheltenham An established environmental consultancy based in Cheltenham is seeking a dedicated Ecologist to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a variety of engaging projects across the South East and beyond, working alongside experienced professionals in ecology, planning, and environmental assessment. The successful candidate will join a supportive, collaborative team committed to high-quality work and continued professional development. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their ecological career within a dynamic and forward-thinking consultancy. What's on offer: Competitive salary based on experience Flexible working arrangements Paid professional memberships Cycle-to-work scheme Friendly, inclusive work culture with regular team events Excellent opportunities for training and career progression Key Responsibilities: Carrying out a wide range of field surveys, including protected species and habitat assessments Preparing clear and concise ecological reports, including PEAs, PRAs, EcIAs, and input to EIAs Supporting the delivery of ecological inputs on multi-disciplinary projects Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and planning authorities Assisting with the preparation of fee proposals and tenders The ideal candidate will have: A relevant degree in Ecology or a related subject At least one season of ecological field survey experience Strong report writing and communication skills A good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy A full UK driving licence Interested in this Ecologist vacancy? To discuss this vacancy please do not hesitate to contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment.
Consultant Ecologist Location: Harlow, Essex Salary: 27,000 - 45,000 Pebble Recruitment are currently representing a well-established Environmental Consultancy, who are actively seeking an ambitious Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to join their ever-growing team based in their Harlow, Essex office. Our client is growing rapidly and is an exciting time to join. Their spike in recruitment stems from their glowing reputation within the industry, which has resulted in them having a healthy pipeline of both repeat and new business. An exciting time to join! Our client pride themselves on the quality of the services they offer, whilst prioritising both of their client's and employee's needs, well-being, and aspirations throughout the whole process. Their ethos also revolves around the sustainability of a project, putting this at the forefront of every project. The successful Ecologist will work closely alongside the ecology team in Harlow, Essex, assisting with protected species surveys. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Ecologist to join an employee-focused company, joining early in the company's growth. The company offers extensive career progression opportunities and exposure to a variety of projects. Ecologist Position Overview Undertaking protected species surveys Helping to build tenders and helping to create fee quotations Producing technical reports (PEA reports, BNG reports, protected species reports, etc) Managing small-medium-sized projects and some large-sized projects with assistance if needed Ecologist Position Requirements 3-8 years of industry experience Degree in Ecology, Environmental Management, or a related field 1 protected species license (preferred) Hold a full UK driving license Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and the understanding of how to apply them correctly Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management is preferred Ecologist Position Remuneration Competitive salary, ranging between 27,000 - 45,000 depending on experience 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more Generous pension scheme Hybrid working, or fully remote TOIL Progression and training opportunities - generous CPD budget Other benefits to be discussed at the interview stage If you are eager to seize this opportunity or wish to explore other roles, click "Apply Now" or get in touch with Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment. I nterested? Please APPLY NOW or call us on the phone number shown for a confidential chat .
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Consultant Ecologist Location: Harlow, Essex Salary: 27,000 - 45,000 Pebble Recruitment are currently representing a well-established Environmental Consultancy, who are actively seeking an ambitious Ecologist or Senior Ecologist to join their ever-growing team based in their Harlow, Essex office. Our client is growing rapidly and is an exciting time to join. Their spike in recruitment stems from their glowing reputation within the industry, which has resulted in them having a healthy pipeline of both repeat and new business. An exciting time to join! Our client pride themselves on the quality of the services they offer, whilst prioritising both of their client's and employee's needs, well-being, and aspirations throughout the whole process. Their ethos also revolves around the sustainability of a project, putting this at the forefront of every project. The successful Ecologist will work closely alongside the ecology team in Harlow, Essex, assisting with protected species surveys. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Ecologist to join an employee-focused company, joining early in the company's growth. The company offers extensive career progression opportunities and exposure to a variety of projects. Ecologist Position Overview Undertaking protected species surveys Helping to build tenders and helping to create fee quotations Producing technical reports (PEA reports, BNG reports, protected species reports, etc) Managing small-medium-sized projects and some large-sized projects with assistance if needed Ecologist Position Requirements 3-8 years of industry experience Degree in Ecology, Environmental Management, or a related field 1 protected species license (preferred) Hold a full UK driving license Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and the understanding of how to apply them correctly Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management is preferred Ecologist Position Remuneration Competitive salary, ranging between 27,000 - 45,000 depending on experience 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more Generous pension scheme Hybrid working, or fully remote TOIL Progression and training opportunities - generous CPD budget Other benefits to be discussed at the interview stage If you are eager to seize this opportunity or wish to explore other roles, click "Apply Now" or get in touch with Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment. I nterested? Please APPLY NOW or call us on the phone number shown for a confidential chat .
Job Title: Senior Ecologist Location: Inverness, Scotland Salary: 30,000- 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) Employment Type: Full-time About Our Client: Our client is a dynamic ecological consultancy based in the Scottish Highlands, delivering high-quality ecological surveys, assessments, and environmental advice to a wide range of clients. Their team prides itself on scientific excellence, practical solutions, and collaborative project delivery. Role Overview: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Ecologist to join our client's team. The successful candidate will lead ecological surveys, manage projects, provide ecological advice to clients, and contribute to high-quality reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse projects across the Highlands while developing your career in ecological consultancy. Key Responsibilities: Lead and conduct ecological surveys and assessments across a range of habitats and species. Prepare high-quality ecological reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments and planning submissions. Advise clients on ecological requirements, mitigation strategies, and compliance with legislation. Manage and mentor junior ecologists and survey staff. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ecological legislation, best practice, and emerging survey techniques. Requirements: Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in ecological consultancy or similar roles. Strong field survey skills across multiple species and habitats. Experience preparing reports for planning and regulatory submissions. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team. Full driving licence (for travel across Highlands). Benefits: Competitive salary ( 30,000- 40,000 DOE). Flexible working arrangements and supportive work environment. Opportunities for professional development and training. Travel allowance for fieldwork in the Highlands. How to Apply: How to Apply Contact:James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Senior Ecologist Location: Inverness, Scotland Salary: 30,000- 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) Employment Type: Full-time About Our Client: Our client is a dynamic ecological consultancy based in the Scottish Highlands, delivering high-quality ecological surveys, assessments, and environmental advice to a wide range of clients. Their team prides itself on scientific excellence, practical solutions, and collaborative project delivery. Role Overview: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Ecologist to join our client's team. The successful candidate will lead ecological surveys, manage projects, provide ecological advice to clients, and contribute to high-quality reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse projects across the Highlands while developing your career in ecological consultancy. Key Responsibilities: Lead and conduct ecological surveys and assessments across a range of habitats and species. Prepare high-quality ecological reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments and planning submissions. Advise clients on ecological requirements, mitigation strategies, and compliance with legislation. Manage and mentor junior ecologists and survey staff. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ecological legislation, best practice, and emerging survey techniques. Requirements: Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in ecological consultancy or similar roles. Strong field survey skills across multiple species and habitats. Experience preparing reports for planning and regulatory submissions. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team. Full driving licence (for travel across Highlands). Benefits: Competitive salary ( 30,000- 40,000 DOE). Flexible working arrangements and supportive work environment. Opportunities for professional development and training. Travel allowance for fieldwork in the Highlands. How to Apply: How to Apply Contact:James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
Penguin Recruitment
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Assistant Ecologist - 25,000- 30,000 DOE Location: Flexible / Hybrid Contract: Full-time, Permanent Our client , a respected ecological consultancy, is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Ecologist to support their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in ecological surveys, reporting, and conservation projects across the UK. Role Overview You will assist with a variety of ecological tasks, working closely with senior ecologists to deliver high-quality surveys and reports. The role combines practical fieldwork with technical support and provides strong development opportunities for a career in ecology. Key Responsibilities Assist in ecological surveys and habitat assessments, including Phase 1 surveys and protected species monitoring. Support the preparation of ecological reports, data collation, and mapping. Help implement mitigation measures and biodiversity enhancements under guidance. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to team projects. About You Degree or relevant qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline. Some experience or demonstrable interest in ecological fieldwork is desirable. Basic knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and protected species is advantageous. Willingness to learn, a proactive attitude, and strong organisational skills. Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to field sites. What's On Offer 25,000- 30,000 DOE , with clear progression opportunities. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements. Training and support for professional development, including protected species surveys. Experience working on diverse and meaningful ecological projects. Please contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment for more info.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Assistant Ecologist - 25,000- 30,000 DOE Location: Flexible / Hybrid Contract: Full-time, Permanent Our client , a respected ecological consultancy, is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Ecologist to support their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in ecological surveys, reporting, and conservation projects across the UK. Role Overview You will assist with a variety of ecological tasks, working closely with senior ecologists to deliver high-quality surveys and reports. The role combines practical fieldwork with technical support and provides strong development opportunities for a career in ecology. Key Responsibilities Assist in ecological surveys and habitat assessments, including Phase 1 surveys and protected species monitoring. Support the preparation of ecological reports, data collation, and mapping. Help implement mitigation measures and biodiversity enhancements under guidance. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to team projects. About You Degree or relevant qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline. Some experience or demonstrable interest in ecological fieldwork is desirable. Basic knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and protected species is advantageous. Willingness to learn, a proactive attitude, and strong organisational skills. Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to field sites. What's On Offer 25,000- 30,000 DOE , with clear progression opportunities. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements. Training and support for professional development, including protected species surveys. Experience working on diverse and meaningful ecological projects. Please contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment for more info.
Are you experienced ecologist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in delivering a positive leadership role whilst staying hands on with technical work? Can you contribute to our established group of regional leaders who aim to continue developing and evolving our exciting team? Tetra Tech is looking for aCumbria Team Leaderto manage, inspire and significantly grow our talente click apply for full job details
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Are you experienced ecologist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in delivering a positive leadership role whilst staying hands on with technical work? Can you contribute to our established group of regional leaders who aim to continue developing and evolving our exciting team? Tetra Tech is looking for aCumbria Team Leaderto manage, inspire and significantly grow our talente click apply for full job details
LOCATION - LEEDS OR NEWCASTLE Are you experienced ecologist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in delivering a positive leadership role whilst staying hands on with technical work? Can you contribute to our established group of regional leaders who aim to continue developing and evolving our exciting team? Tetra Tech is looking for aNorth East Team Leaderto manage, inspire an click apply for full job details
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
LOCATION - LEEDS OR NEWCASTLE Are you experienced ecologist ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in delivering a positive leadership role whilst staying hands on with technical work? Can you contribute to our established group of regional leaders who aim to continue developing and evolving our exciting team? Tetra Tech is looking for aNorth East Team Leaderto manage, inspire an click apply for full job details
Thomson Environmental Consultants
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title: Senior Ecological Consultant Salary: from £34,000 per annum, dependent on skillset. Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom Company Description Our core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together. Our brand mission is to be chosen by clients as their preferred specialists and regarded by people in our industry as the company to work for. We aim to be the most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy in the UK. With offices across the UK, our experts are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes to our clients across a range of environmental services and ecological contracting. Our services include but are not limited to: terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine laboratory, arboricultural services, geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping, environmental impact assessments. Position We have an exciting Senior Ecological Consultant position based in our Cardiff office. As a Senior Ecological Consultant, you will play a key role in driving your team s financial success by preparing compelling tenders, efficiently managing projects, and fostering strong relationships with clients. Your contributions will also support the company s vision and values by delivering high-quality technical work within specified timelines and consistently upholding the company s standards of excellence. Some of the duties include: Senior Ecological Consultants (SECs) often serve as line managers, overseeing and guiding a small team of Ecological Consultants and Assistant Ecologists. Some SECs may also take on roles as technical leads. Lead and manage large, complex projects, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish. Handle technically challenging tasks, including EPSL applications, EcIA chapters, and habitat regulation assessments. Deliver high-quality reports and outputs for clients, consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines and budget constraints. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring continued trust and satisfaction. Document relevant professional experience and leverage it to advance toward obtaining protected species licenses. Take ownership for the quality of survey work by providing leadership and direction to the field team. Ensure clear and effective communication by keeping project managers and team leads informed of all critical project developments. Maintain active membership with CIEEM. Salary: from £34,000 per annum, dependent on skillset. Requirements To be considered you will be an experienced Ecologist with an ecological or related subject degree. You will be technically competent, with an in-depth knowledge of ecology, legislation and survey techniques with advanced field skills in one or more specialist areas as well as holding protected species licences. You will also hold a clean, valid UK driving licence and have your own car / access to a car which will be insured for business use. We would be especially interested in hearing from applicants with ornithological skills, botany skills or a bat mitigation licence. However, none of these are essential. All applicants must be based in the UK with the Right to Work in the UK. Other information Working at Thomson At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our colleagues. We believe in One Thomson; we draw on and value every individual s unique skills and experience to come together and support each other in delivering an exceptional service. Our people are our greatest asset. We want Thomson to be a great place to work, where everyone feels supported to be the best they can be. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, nothing is too much trouble culture. We live and breathe our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Excellence) values. Your opinions matter to us; we are constantly evolving. We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure we have an engaged, productive and happy team. We are flexible and committed and welcome new challenges. We recognise the importance in training and developing our team as well as offering a competitive pay and reward package. Involving ourselves in our local communities is important to us and we are proud of our continued achievements in fund raising for charity. We work hard but have fun too. We are passionate about career development so we make sure we nurture talent. Our people benefit from access to a diverse range of industry-accredited external training, as well as in-house training opportunities led by our specialists. The variety of projects we deliver across the breadth of environmental services encourages cross-team working and collaboration. We can offer you the opportunity to contribute to and lead on high-profile, once in a life-time projects. You ll enjoy all the benefits we have to offer which include: 25 days annual leave, healthcare cash plan, enhanced stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, discounted gym membership, paid professional memberships, clothing allowance, outstanding performance rewards, long service awards, free parking and regular local and company social events. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson. 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Dec 05, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title: Senior Ecological Consultant Salary: from £34,000 per annum, dependent on skillset. Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom Company Description Our core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together. Our brand mission is to be chosen by clients as their preferred specialists and regarded by people in our industry as the company to work for. We aim to be the most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy in the UK. With offices across the UK, our experts are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes to our clients across a range of environmental services and ecological contracting. Our services include but are not limited to: terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine laboratory, arboricultural services, geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping, environmental impact assessments. Position We have an exciting Senior Ecological Consultant position based in our Cardiff office. As a Senior Ecological Consultant, you will play a key role in driving your team s financial success by preparing compelling tenders, efficiently managing projects, and fostering strong relationships with clients. Your contributions will also support the company s vision and values by delivering high-quality technical work within specified timelines and consistently upholding the company s standards of excellence. Some of the duties include: Senior Ecological Consultants (SECs) often serve as line managers, overseeing and guiding a small team of Ecological Consultants and Assistant Ecologists. Some SECs may also take on roles as technical leads. Lead and manage large, complex projects, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish. Handle technically challenging tasks, including EPSL applications, EcIA chapters, and habitat regulation assessments. Deliver high-quality reports and outputs for clients, consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines and budget constraints. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring continued trust and satisfaction. Document relevant professional experience and leverage it to advance toward obtaining protected species licenses. Take ownership for the quality of survey work by providing leadership and direction to the field team. Ensure clear and effective communication by keeping project managers and team leads informed of all critical project developments. Maintain active membership with CIEEM. Salary: from £34,000 per annum, dependent on skillset. Requirements To be considered you will be an experienced Ecologist with an ecological or related subject degree. You will be technically competent, with an in-depth knowledge of ecology, legislation and survey techniques with advanced field skills in one or more specialist areas as well as holding protected species licences. You will also hold a clean, valid UK driving licence and have your own car / access to a car which will be insured for business use. We would be especially interested in hearing from applicants with ornithological skills, botany skills or a bat mitigation licence. However, none of these are essential. All applicants must be based in the UK with the Right to Work in the UK. Other information Working at Thomson At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our colleagues. We believe in One Thomson; we draw on and value every individual s unique skills and experience to come together and support each other in delivering an exceptional service. Our people are our greatest asset. We want Thomson to be a great place to work, where everyone feels supported to be the best they can be. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, nothing is too much trouble culture. We live and breathe our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Excellence) values. Your opinions matter to us; we are constantly evolving. We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure we have an engaged, productive and happy team. We are flexible and committed and welcome new challenges. We recognise the importance in training and developing our team as well as offering a competitive pay and reward package. Involving ourselves in our local communities is important to us and we are proud of our continued achievements in fund raising for charity. We work hard but have fun too. We are passionate about career development so we make sure we nurture talent. Our people benefit from access to a diverse range of industry-accredited external training, as well as in-house training opportunities led by our specialists. The variety of projects we deliver across the breadth of environmental services encourages cross-team working and collaboration. We can offer you the opportunity to contribute to and lead on high-profile, once in a life-time projects. You ll enjoy all the benefits we have to offer which include: 25 days annual leave, healthcare cash plan, enhanced stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, discounted gym membership, paid professional memberships, clothing allowance, outstanding performance rewards, long service awards, free parking and regular local and company social events. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson. 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Principal Ecologist A Principal Ecologist is required to join a leading consultancy. This is an exciting opportunity to join an environment to lead on projects where your efforts will be rewarded and recognised. You will work on a diverse workload delivering projects for the public and private sectors across the UK including exciting infrastructure and renewables projects. You will be responsible for growing, managing and mentoring an ecological team, plus have strong technical ability and able to lead and mentor and develop business. You will have previous experience working with Bats and be confident in planning and undertaking habitat surveys. To Be considered for this role you must have: Right To Live & Work in the UK Protected species license (ideally bats) Good report writing skills Full UK driving license. In return, you will join a forward-thinking consultancy and receive a competitive package, paid overtime arrangement. You'll join a business that supports and looks after it's staff with excellent progression opportunities available. Coastal Engineer / Scientist We are seeking an experienced Coastal Engineer / Scientist to play a key technical and leadership role within the Coastal & Marine Environment team. You will lead on a range of coastal projects, providing expertise in hydrodynamics, geomorphology, flooding, and environmental asse Salary: Competitive Sector: Civil & Structural Engineering, Geotechnical, Ecology and Environmental Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Bristol Structural Engineer We are seeking a Structural Engineer with approximately five years of experience to join their growing team. In this role, you will be involved in the design and delivery of a wide range of structural projects, preparing calculations, technical drawings, and reports while collabo Salary: Competitive Sector: Civil & Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: London/Leeds/Glasgow Geotechnical Engineer (First) We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with around five years of experience to join their growing team. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of high quality geotechnical design and analysis across a range of civil engineering projects. You'll be responsible for prepa Salary: Competitive Sector: Geotechnical Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: London/Leads Geotechnical Engineer (Second) In this role, you will support the geotechnical and design teams by contributing to geoenvironmental assessments, ground investigation projects, and interpretative reporting. You will be responsible for the preparation of technical reports, data analysis, and contributing to the Salary: Competitive Sector: Geotechnical Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Newcastle Contracts Department Lead This position will focus on overseeing the reporting and quality output from the Contracts Department. As this is a UK wide role, the successful candidate can be based in any of the client's four regional offices-Durham, Glasgow, Manchester, or Hungerford. The role will involve m Salary: Competitive Sector: Geotechnical Contract Type: Full time Town/City: England/Scotland
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Principal Ecologist A Principal Ecologist is required to join a leading consultancy. This is an exciting opportunity to join an environment to lead on projects where your efforts will be rewarded and recognised. You will work on a diverse workload delivering projects for the public and private sectors across the UK including exciting infrastructure and renewables projects. You will be responsible for growing, managing and mentoring an ecological team, plus have strong technical ability and able to lead and mentor and develop business. You will have previous experience working with Bats and be confident in planning and undertaking habitat surveys. To Be considered for this role you must have: Right To Live & Work in the UK Protected species license (ideally bats) Good report writing skills Full UK driving license. In return, you will join a forward-thinking consultancy and receive a competitive package, paid overtime arrangement. You'll join a business that supports and looks after it's staff with excellent progression opportunities available. Coastal Engineer / Scientist We are seeking an experienced Coastal Engineer / Scientist to play a key technical and leadership role within the Coastal & Marine Environment team. You will lead on a range of coastal projects, providing expertise in hydrodynamics, geomorphology, flooding, and environmental asse Salary: Competitive Sector: Civil & Structural Engineering, Geotechnical, Ecology and Environmental Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Bristol Structural Engineer We are seeking a Structural Engineer with approximately five years of experience to join their growing team. In this role, you will be involved in the design and delivery of a wide range of structural projects, preparing calculations, technical drawings, and reports while collabo Salary: Competitive Sector: Civil & Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: London/Leeds/Glasgow Geotechnical Engineer (First) We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer with around five years of experience to join their growing team. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of high quality geotechnical design and analysis across a range of civil engineering projects. You'll be responsible for prepa Salary: Competitive Sector: Geotechnical Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: London/Leads Geotechnical Engineer (Second) In this role, you will support the geotechnical and design teams by contributing to geoenvironmental assessments, ground investigation projects, and interpretative reporting. You will be responsible for the preparation of technical reports, data analysis, and contributing to the Salary: Competitive Sector: Geotechnical Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Newcastle Contracts Department Lead This position will focus on overseeing the reporting and quality output from the Contracts Department. As this is a UK wide role, the successful candidate can be based in any of the client's four regional offices-Durham, Glasgow, Manchester, or Hungerford. The role will involve m Salary: Competitive Sector: Geotechnical Contract Type: Full time Town/City: England/Scotland
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title: Ecological Consultant Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Location: Leeds and / or Kenilworth Our core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together. Our brand mission is to be chosen by clients as their preferred specialists and regarded by people in our industry as the company to work for. We aim to be the most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy in the UK. With offices across the UK, our experts are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes to our clients across a range of environmental services and ecological contracting. Our services include but are not limited to: terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine laboratory, arboricultural services, geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping and environmental impact assessments. Position We have an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist to join our dynamic and busy terrestrial ecology team to work with our Leeds and / or Kenilworth teams. Please note that most site work will likely be based between Leeds and Kenilworth. At Thomson, we offer a role full of variety and excitement. As an Ecological Consultant, you ll be on the move and in the field, with travel and overnight stays being an essential part of the job, especially during peak survey season. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, ever-changing environment and love the idea of exploring different locations, this is the perfect role for you! We re looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. In return, you ll have the opportunity to develop your expertise, work on meaningful environmental projects, and grow within a supportive and passionate team. If you re ready to take your ecology career to the next level with a company who enable nature and business to thrive together, we d love to hear from you! Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Requirements Successful candidates will have: proven previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a commercial consultancy a degree or postgraduate degree in ecology or a closely related subject field skills in one or more specialist areas prior experience of project management/coordination and/or coordinating surveys working knowledge of ecology, legislation and survey best practice excellent communication skills with the ability to write clear, concise reports a full, clean, UK driving licence, use of a car, and be willing and able to travel and stay away from home regularly a positive outlook a strong desire to succeed membership to the Chartered Institute of Ecological and Environmental Management (CIEEM) It would be advantageous if you also had the following: one or more protected species licences e.g. GCN, bat or dormouse ornithological skills botany skills All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Other information Working at Thomson At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our colleagues. We believe in One Thomson; we draw on and value every individual s unique skills and experience to come together and support each other in delivering an exceptional service. Our people are our greatest asset. We want Thomson to be a great place to work, where everyone feels supported to be the best they can be. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, nothing is too much trouble culture. We live and breathe our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Excellence) values. Your opinions matter to us; we are constantly evolving. We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure we have an engaged, productive and happy team. We are flexible and committed and welcome new challenges. We recognise the importance in training and developing our team as well as offering a competitive pay and reward package. Involving ourselves in our local communities is important to us and we are proud of our continued achievements in fund raising for charity. We work hard but have fun too. We are passionate about career development so we make sure we nurture talent. Our people benefit from access to a diverse range of industry-accredited external training, as well as in-house training opportunities led by our specialists. The variety of projects we deliver across the breadth of environmental services encourages cross-team working and collaboration. We can offer you the opportunity to contribute to and lead on high-profile, once in a life-time projects. You ll enjoy all the benefits we have to offer which include: 25 days annual leave, healthcare cash plan, enhanced stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, discounted gym membership, paid professional memberships, clothing allowance, outstanding performance rewards, long service awards, free parking and regular local and company social events. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title: Ecological Consultant Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Location: Leeds and / or Kenilworth Our core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together. Our brand mission is to be chosen by clients as their preferred specialists and regarded by people in our industry as the company to work for. We aim to be the most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy in the UK. With offices across the UK, our experts are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes to our clients across a range of environmental services and ecological contracting. Our services include but are not limited to: terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine laboratory, arboricultural services, geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping and environmental impact assessments. Position We have an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist to join our dynamic and busy terrestrial ecology team to work with our Leeds and / or Kenilworth teams. Please note that most site work will likely be based between Leeds and Kenilworth. At Thomson, we offer a role full of variety and excitement. As an Ecological Consultant, you ll be on the move and in the field, with travel and overnight stays being an essential part of the job, especially during peak survey season. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, ever-changing environment and love the idea of exploring different locations, this is the perfect role for you! We re looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. In return, you ll have the opportunity to develop your expertise, work on meaningful environmental projects, and grow within a supportive and passionate team. If you re ready to take your ecology career to the next level with a company who enable nature and business to thrive together, we d love to hear from you! Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Requirements Successful candidates will have: proven previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a commercial consultancy a degree or postgraduate degree in ecology or a closely related subject field skills in one or more specialist areas prior experience of project management/coordination and/or coordinating surveys working knowledge of ecology, legislation and survey best practice excellent communication skills with the ability to write clear, concise reports a full, clean, UK driving licence, use of a car, and be willing and able to travel and stay away from home regularly a positive outlook a strong desire to succeed membership to the Chartered Institute of Ecological and Environmental Management (CIEEM) It would be advantageous if you also had the following: one or more protected species licences e.g. GCN, bat or dormouse ornithological skills botany skills All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Other information Working at Thomson At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our colleagues. We believe in One Thomson; we draw on and value every individual s unique skills and experience to come together and support each other in delivering an exceptional service. Our people are our greatest asset. We want Thomson to be a great place to work, where everyone feels supported to be the best they can be. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, nothing is too much trouble culture. We live and breathe our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Excellence) values. Your opinions matter to us; we are constantly evolving. We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure we have an engaged, productive and happy team. We are flexible and committed and welcome new challenges. We recognise the importance in training and developing our team as well as offering a competitive pay and reward package. Involving ourselves in our local communities is important to us and we are proud of our continued achievements in fund raising for charity. We work hard but have fun too. We are passionate about career development so we make sure we nurture talent. Our people benefit from access to a diverse range of industry-accredited external training, as well as in-house training opportunities led by our specialists. The variety of projects we deliver across the breadth of environmental services encourages cross-team working and collaboration. We can offer you the opportunity to contribute to and lead on high-profile, once in a life-time projects. You ll enjoy all the benefits we have to offer which include: 25 days annual leave, healthcare cash plan, enhanced stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, discounted gym membership, paid professional memberships, clothing allowance, outstanding performance rewards, long service awards, free parking and regular local and company social events. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Senior/Principal Consultants Ecology Location: Warrington (Hybrid working minimum 40% in office; site visits required) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (flexible working available) Salary: £33,000 - £49,000 pa depending on experience Benefits: Click here to see some of our employee benefits About the Role Are you an experienced ecologist looking for progression in your career? If so, we re sure you ll find a happy home within the TEP Ecology team in our Warrington office who are seeking enthusiastic Senior and Principal ecologists to join our team. This opportunity will appeal to ecologists with at least 4 to 5 years experience and we are particularly interested in candidates who have technical skills in at least one of the following: botany/habitat surveying; biodiversity net gain; bat ecology (Level 2 bat licence holder). You will work with a broad range of clients across the UK within the residential, urban regeneration, utilities infrastructure, commercial and leisure sectors as well as projects associated with BNG off-site delivery, green infrastructure, conservation and restoration schemes and strategic level projects. What you ll be doing You will lead on and contribute to a diverse range of exciting and rewarding projects, making use of your strong field survey, assessment and reporting skills and your knowledge of current best practice and the planning system. This may involve supervising field staff and coordinating project work with other professionals as well as attending meetings with clients and design teams. You will be proactive in your approach to help our clients navigate the planning and licensing processes. You will be responsible for monitoring the financial performance of your designated projects. You will also lead on and contribute to the production of fee proposals for our work Why join us? We are a close-knit team and as a member of our 40+ in-house ecology staff you will be supported by your co-workers and our network of trusted sub consultants and will benefit from our strong ethos of knowledge sharing and professional development. TEP is a CIEEM Registered Practice demonstrating our commitment to high professional standards and delivery of the best outcomes for biodiversity. We have a strong focus on CPD providing informal and structured training and will support you in your career ambitions whether that be achieving a protected species licence or Chartered status. We encourage progression and support our team in developing leadership and management skills. If you re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we d love to hear from you! TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Senior/Principal Consultants Ecology Location: Warrington (Hybrid working minimum 40% in office; site visits required) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (flexible working available) Salary: £33,000 - £49,000 pa depending on experience Benefits: Click here to see some of our employee benefits About the Role Are you an experienced ecologist looking for progression in your career? If so, we re sure you ll find a happy home within the TEP Ecology team in our Warrington office who are seeking enthusiastic Senior and Principal ecologists to join our team. This opportunity will appeal to ecologists with at least 4 to 5 years experience and we are particularly interested in candidates who have technical skills in at least one of the following: botany/habitat surveying; biodiversity net gain; bat ecology (Level 2 bat licence holder). You will work with a broad range of clients across the UK within the residential, urban regeneration, utilities infrastructure, commercial and leisure sectors as well as projects associated with BNG off-site delivery, green infrastructure, conservation and restoration schemes and strategic level projects. What you ll be doing You will lead on and contribute to a diverse range of exciting and rewarding projects, making use of your strong field survey, assessment and reporting skills and your knowledge of current best practice and the planning system. This may involve supervising field staff and coordinating project work with other professionals as well as attending meetings with clients and design teams. You will be proactive in your approach to help our clients navigate the planning and licensing processes. You will be responsible for monitoring the financial performance of your designated projects. You will also lead on and contribute to the production of fee proposals for our work Why join us? We are a close-knit team and as a member of our 40+ in-house ecology staff you will be supported by your co-workers and our network of trusted sub consultants and will benefit from our strong ethos of knowledge sharing and professional development. TEP is a CIEEM Registered Practice demonstrating our commitment to high professional standards and delivery of the best outcomes for biodiversity. We have a strong focus on CPD providing informal and structured training and will support you in your career ambitions whether that be achieving a protected species licence or Chartered status. We encourage progression and support our team in developing leadership and management skills. If you re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we d love to hear from you! TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Associate or Principal Ecologist page is loaded Associate or Principal Ecologistlocations: Shrewsbury, UK: Birmingham, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100995SLR has an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecological professional to join our European team at SLR's Associate or Principal level (grades run from Project - Senior - Associate - Principal - Technical Director) ideally based near our Shrewsbury or Birmingham office. You will play a key role in undertaking and delivering a range of projects across our business sectors, particularly including Renewables/Power, Energy Infrastructure and Built Environment. This role presents an exciting opportunity to be responsible for the delivery of ecology inputs to a wide range of projects, including renewables and residential development and corporate biodiversity policy and strategy. With over 200 experienced Ecology professionals undertaking a wide range of projects throughout the UK and Ireland, SLR Consulting leads the way in providing exemplar advice and services. We have a real passion for what we do and due to continued commercial success we have fantastic opportunities for experienced professionals to become part of the SLR team. The successful candidate would be able to demonstrate skills in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice, able to manage and mentor others in their chosen specialism and would ideally have an ecological specialism, whether it is habitat survey, protected species, ornithology or another skill. The candidate would also be able to demonstrate experience of business development, client and project management, preferably gained in a commercial consultancy environment. As a forward-thinking consultancy with ambitious growth plans, SLR is a global consultancy and offers significant potential for career development and enhancement depending on performance. Our One Team culture, and straightforward approach to project and budget management gives everyone the opportunity to progress and to work on interesting projects with valued clients. The Role This key position you will manage and oversee ecological aspects of projects, in addition to providing support and mentorship for the growing team. You would likely lead on: Management of ecological aspects of development and land management projects, advising clients on schemes in the renewable energy, built environment, infrastructure and mining and minerals sectors. Design and delivery of post-consent habitat management and monitoring strategies. Preparation of fee proposals and scope of works, report writing and technical review of peer and sub-contractor reports. Supervision and mentoring of ecology staff. Based on skills and experience, the role may also include staff management and leading work on particular ecological specialisms. Scheduling, managing and ensuring delivery of complex ecological survey work packages on time and budget, using in-house and occasionally sub-contractor staff. Liaising with other SLR technical teams on a variety of subjects including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise and air quality whilst working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other SLR offices in the UK and other regions. Seeking opportunities through coordinated business development to expand ecology and other services and capabilities in the region.SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression.Alongside 25 day's annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life. About you With a passion for ecology, drive to deliver high quality work and for assisting the career development of other ecological professionals, you'll use your ecological specialism, whether it is habitat survey, protected species, ornithology or another skill, also able to demonstrate knowledge in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice. With an ability to lead and mentor others in your chosen specialism, you'll also have experience of business development, client and project management, preferably gained in a commercial consultancy environment. In addition you will bring: Demonstrable field survey skills, including surveying UK habitats, and survey and mitigation design for protected species. Demonstrable skills in project management, planning work in line with health and safety procedures, budget management and technical report preparation. Experience in the production and management of ecology chapters of Environmental Impact Assessments / Ecological Impact Assessments and Habitat Regulations Assessment. Experience in producing ecological enhancement plans and designing appropriate measures into schemes from an early project stage. A track record in project winning, delivery and management. Work experience within a range of sectors including renewables/power, infrastructure, built environmental and mining and minerals. Relevant degree level qualification plus appropriate level of membership of CIEEM or equivalent. Full driving licence valid in the UK. Culture & Inclusion at SLR We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR. SLR Commitment - All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Associate or Principal Ecologist page is loaded Associate or Principal Ecologistlocations: Shrewsbury, UK: Birmingham, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100995SLR has an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecological professional to join our European team at SLR's Associate or Principal level (grades run from Project - Senior - Associate - Principal - Technical Director) ideally based near our Shrewsbury or Birmingham office. You will play a key role in undertaking and delivering a range of projects across our business sectors, particularly including Renewables/Power, Energy Infrastructure and Built Environment. This role presents an exciting opportunity to be responsible for the delivery of ecology inputs to a wide range of projects, including renewables and residential development and corporate biodiversity policy and strategy. With over 200 experienced Ecology professionals undertaking a wide range of projects throughout the UK and Ireland, SLR Consulting leads the way in providing exemplar advice and services. We have a real passion for what we do and due to continued commercial success we have fantastic opportunities for experienced professionals to become part of the SLR team. The successful candidate would be able to demonstrate skills in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice, able to manage and mentor others in their chosen specialism and would ideally have an ecological specialism, whether it is habitat survey, protected species, ornithology or another skill. The candidate would also be able to demonstrate experience of business development, client and project management, preferably gained in a commercial consultancy environment. As a forward-thinking consultancy with ambitious growth plans, SLR is a global consultancy and offers significant potential for career development and enhancement depending on performance. Our One Team culture, and straightforward approach to project and budget management gives everyone the opportunity to progress and to work on interesting projects with valued clients. The Role This key position you will manage and oversee ecological aspects of projects, in addition to providing support and mentorship for the growing team. You would likely lead on: Management of ecological aspects of development and land management projects, advising clients on schemes in the renewable energy, built environment, infrastructure and mining and minerals sectors. Design and delivery of post-consent habitat management and monitoring strategies. Preparation of fee proposals and scope of works, report writing and technical review of peer and sub-contractor reports. Supervision and mentoring of ecology staff. Based on skills and experience, the role may also include staff management and leading work on particular ecological specialisms. Scheduling, managing and ensuring delivery of complex ecological survey work packages on time and budget, using in-house and occasionally sub-contractor staff. Liaising with other SLR technical teams on a variety of subjects including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise and air quality whilst working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other SLR offices in the UK and other regions. Seeking opportunities through coordinated business development to expand ecology and other services and capabilities in the region.SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression.Alongside 25 day's annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life. About you With a passion for ecology, drive to deliver high quality work and for assisting the career development of other ecological professionals, you'll use your ecological specialism, whether it is habitat survey, protected species, ornithology or another skill, also able to demonstrate knowledge in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice. With an ability to lead and mentor others in your chosen specialism, you'll also have experience of business development, client and project management, preferably gained in a commercial consultancy environment. In addition you will bring: Demonstrable field survey skills, including surveying UK habitats, and survey and mitigation design for protected species. Demonstrable skills in project management, planning work in line with health and safety procedures, budget management and technical report preparation. Experience in the production and management of ecology chapters of Environmental Impact Assessments / Ecological Impact Assessments and Habitat Regulations Assessment. Experience in producing ecological enhancement plans and designing appropriate measures into schemes from an early project stage. A track record in project winning, delivery and management. Work experience within a range of sectors including renewables/power, infrastructure, built environmental and mining and minerals. Relevant degree level qualification plus appropriate level of membership of CIEEM or equivalent. Full driving licence valid in the UK. Culture & Inclusion at SLR We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR. SLR Commitment - All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title: Ecological Consultant Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Location: Leeds and / or Kenilworth Our core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together. Our brand mission is to be chosen by clients as their preferred specialists and regarded by people in our industry as the company to work for. We aim to be the most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy in the UK. With offices across the UK, our experts are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes to our clients across a range of environmental services and ecological contracting. Our services include but are not limited to: terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine laboratory, arboricultural services, geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping and environmental impact assessments. Position We have an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist to join our dynamic and busy terrestrial ecology team to work with our Leeds and / or Kenilworth teams. Please note that most site work will likely be based between Leeds and Kenilworth. At Thomson, we offer a role full of variety and excitement. As an Ecological Consultant, you ll be on the move and in the field, with travel and overnight stays being an essential part of the job, especially during peak survey season. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, ever-changing environment and love the idea of exploring different locations, this is the perfect role for you! We re looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. In return, you ll have the opportunity to develop your expertise, work on meaningful environmental projects, and grow within a supportive and passionate team. If you re ready to take your ecology career to the next level with a company who enable nature and business to thrive together, we d love to hear from you! Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Requirements Successful candidates will have: proven previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a commercial consultancy a degree or postgraduate degree in ecology or a closely related subject field skills in one or more specialist areas prior experience of project management/coordination and/or coordinating surveys working knowledge of ecology, legislation and survey best practice excellent communication skills with the ability to write clear, concise reports a full, clean, UK driving licence, use of a car, and be willing and able to travel and stay away from home regularly a positive outlook a strong desire to succeed membership to the Chartered Institute of Ecological and Environmental Management (CIEEM) It would be advantageous if you also had the following: one or more protected species licences e.g. GCN, bat or dormouse ornithological skills botany skills All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Other information Working at Thomson At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our colleagues. We believe in One Thomson; we draw on and value every individual s unique skills and experience to come together and support each other in delivering an exceptional service. Our people are our greatest asset. We want Thomson to be a great place to work, where everyone feels supported to be the best they can be. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, nothing is too much trouble culture. We live and breathe our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Excellence) values. Your opinions matter to us; we are constantly evolving. We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure we have an engaged, productive and happy team. We are flexible and committed and welcome new challenges. We recognise the importance in training and developing our team as well as offering a competitive pay and reward package. Involving ourselves in our local communities is important to us and we are proud of our continued achievements in fund raising for charity. We work hard but have fun too. We are passionate about career development so we make sure we nurture talent. Our people benefit from access to a diverse range of industry-accredited external training, as well as in-house training opportunities led by our specialists. The variety of projects we deliver across the breadth of environmental services encourages cross-team working and collaboration. We can offer you the opportunity to contribute to and lead on high-profile, once in a life-time projects. You ll enjoy all the benefits we have to offer which include: 25 days annual leave, healthcare cash plan, enhanced stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, discounted gym membership, paid professional memberships, clothing allowance, outstanding performance rewards, long service awards, free parking and regular local and company social events. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title: Ecological Consultant Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Location: Leeds and / or Kenilworth Our core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together. Our brand mission is to be chosen by clients as their preferred specialists and regarded by people in our industry as the company to work for. We aim to be the most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy in the UK. With offices across the UK, our experts are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes to our clients across a range of environmental services and ecological contracting. Our services include but are not limited to: terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine laboratory, arboricultural services, geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping and environmental impact assessments. Position We have an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist to join our dynamic and busy terrestrial ecology team to work with our Leeds and / or Kenilworth teams. Please note that most site work will likely be based between Leeds and Kenilworth. At Thomson, we offer a role full of variety and excitement. As an Ecological Consultant, you ll be on the move and in the field, with travel and overnight stays being an essential part of the job, especially during peak survey season. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, ever-changing environment and love the idea of exploring different locations, this is the perfect role for you! We re looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. In return, you ll have the opportunity to develop your expertise, work on meaningful environmental projects, and grow within a supportive and passionate team. If you re ready to take your ecology career to the next level with a company who enable nature and business to thrive together, we d love to hear from you! Salary: from £28,000 dependent on skillset Requirements Successful candidates will have: proven previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a commercial consultancy a degree or postgraduate degree in ecology or a closely related subject field skills in one or more specialist areas prior experience of project management/coordination and/or coordinating surveys working knowledge of ecology, legislation and survey best practice excellent communication skills with the ability to write clear, concise reports a full, clean, UK driving licence, use of a car, and be willing and able to travel and stay away from home regularly a positive outlook a strong desire to succeed membership to the Chartered Institute of Ecological and Environmental Management (CIEEM) It would be advantageous if you also had the following: one or more protected species licences e.g. GCN, bat or dormouse ornithological skills botany skills All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Other information Working at Thomson At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our colleagues. We believe in One Thomson; we draw on and value every individual s unique skills and experience to come together and support each other in delivering an exceptional service. Our people are our greatest asset. We want Thomson to be a great place to work, where everyone feels supported to be the best they can be. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, nothing is too much trouble culture. We live and breathe our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Excellence) values. Your opinions matter to us; we are constantly evolving. We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure we have an engaged, productive and happy team. We are flexible and committed and welcome new challenges. We recognise the importance in training and developing our team as well as offering a competitive pay and reward package. Involving ourselves in our local communities is important to us and we are proud of our continued achievements in fund raising for charity. We work hard but have fun too. We are passionate about career development so we make sure we nurture talent. Our people benefit from access to a diverse range of industry-accredited external training, as well as in-house training opportunities led by our specialists. The variety of projects we deliver across the breadth of environmental services encourages cross-team working and collaboration. We can offer you the opportunity to contribute to and lead on high-profile, once in a life-time projects. You ll enjoy all the benefits we have to offer which include: 25 days annual leave, healthcare cash plan, enhanced stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, discounted gym membership, paid professional memberships, clothing allowance, outstanding performance rewards, long service awards, free parking and regular local and company social events. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Consultant / Senior Ecohydrology Consultant Location: Warrington/London/Market Harborough (Hybrid working minimum 40% in office; site visits required) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (flexible working available) Salary: Up to £41,500 pa Benefits: Click here to see some of our employee benefits About the Role TEP s Ecohydrology team is expanding, and we re looking for an ecologist with a passion for water environments. You ll help deliver projects such as SuDS, water reuse, peatland restoration, river rehabilitation and landscape recovery. This role offers flexibility on location, with opportunities to grow your expertise in a supportive, specialist team. What you ll be doing Provide ecological input and fieldwork support on ecohydrology projects. Design and implement habitat creation and restoration schemes. Conduct hydrological investigations and ecological surveys. Prepare reports, river morphology assessments and BNG metrics. Work with stakeholders including landowners, local authorities, and conservation groups. Use GIS, hydrology software and modelling to assess habitats. What we are looking for Applied experience in habitat restoration and freshwater/wetland ecology. Knowledge of hydrology, aquatic species conservation and survey techniques. Strong report writing and communication skills. Understanding of environmental legislation and policy Desirable: aquatic species monitoring, water quality assessments, BNG experience. Why join us? Work on nationally significant water and land restoration projects. Flexible working arrangements, including remote options. Career development and mentoring in a growing specialist field. Supportive, multidisciplinary team culture. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Consultant / Senior Ecohydrology Consultant Location: Warrington/London/Market Harborough (Hybrid working minimum 40% in office; site visits required) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (flexible working available) Salary: Up to £41,500 pa Benefits: Click here to see some of our employee benefits About the Role TEP s Ecohydrology team is expanding, and we re looking for an ecologist with a passion for water environments. You ll help deliver projects such as SuDS, water reuse, peatland restoration, river rehabilitation and landscape recovery. This role offers flexibility on location, with opportunities to grow your expertise in a supportive, specialist team. What you ll be doing Provide ecological input and fieldwork support on ecohydrology projects. Design and implement habitat creation and restoration schemes. Conduct hydrological investigations and ecological surveys. Prepare reports, river morphology assessments and BNG metrics. Work with stakeholders including landowners, local authorities, and conservation groups. Use GIS, hydrology software and modelling to assess habitats. What we are looking for Applied experience in habitat restoration and freshwater/wetland ecology. Knowledge of hydrology, aquatic species conservation and survey techniques. Strong report writing and communication skills. Understanding of environmental legislation and policy Desirable: aquatic species monitoring, water quality assessments, BNG experience. Why join us? Work on nationally significant water and land restoration projects. Flexible working arrangements, including remote options. Career development and mentoring in a growing specialist field. Supportive, multidisciplinary team culture. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Building Biodiversity Better Step out of the ordinary and shape the future of ecology. At Ecology by Design, we're redefining what it means to be an ecological consultant - blending scientific rigour with creativity, innovation, and a genuine commitment to restoring nature. Here, your expertise isn't boxed in by bureaucracy or lost in endless process. It drives real-world change. If you're a Principa
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Building Biodiversity Better Step out of the ordinary and shape the future of ecology. At Ecology by Design, we're redefining what it means to be an ecological consultant - blending scientific rigour with creativity, innovation, and a genuine commitment to restoring nature. Here, your expertise isn't boxed in by bureaucracy or lost in endless process. It drives real-world change. If you're a Principa
Overview A Principal Ecologist is required to join a leading multinational, multidisciplinary consultancy in the East of England. This is an exciting opportunity to join an environment to lead on projects where your efforts will be rewarded and recognised. You will work on a diverse workload delivering projects for the public and private sectors across the UK including infrastructure and renewables projects. You will be responsible for growing, managing and mentoring an ecological team, plus have strong technical ability and able to lead and mentor and develop business. You will have previous experience working with bats and be confident in planning and undertaking habitat surveys. Responsibilities Lead on ecological projects across the public and private sectors, including infrastructure and renewables, within the UK. Grow, manage and mentor an ecological team; provide technical leadership and support business development. Plan and undertake habitat surveys and lead bat-related activities as required. Qualifications Full membership of CIEEM (or working towards). Previous experience leading a team. UK driving licence. Experience working with bats and conducting habitat surveys. Benefits In return you will receive a competitive salary, car allowance and an excellent benefits package including a share incentive scheme, option to buy holiday, life assurance and more.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Overview A Principal Ecologist is required to join a leading multinational, multidisciplinary consultancy in the East of England. This is an exciting opportunity to join an environment to lead on projects where your efforts will be rewarded and recognised. You will work on a diverse workload delivering projects for the public and private sectors across the UK including infrastructure and renewables projects. You will be responsible for growing, managing and mentoring an ecological team, plus have strong technical ability and able to lead and mentor and develop business. You will have previous experience working with bats and be confident in planning and undertaking habitat surveys. Responsibilities Lead on ecological projects across the public and private sectors, including infrastructure and renewables, within the UK. Grow, manage and mentor an ecological team; provide technical leadership and support business development. Plan and undertake habitat surveys and lead bat-related activities as required. Qualifications Full membership of CIEEM (or working towards). Previous experience leading a team. UK driving licence. Experience working with bats and conducting habitat surveys. Benefits In return you will receive a competitive salary, car allowance and an excellent benefits package including a share incentive scheme, option to buy holiday, life assurance and more.
Consultant EcologistHome based, with occasional UK travelPermanent - Full TimeSalary Competitive DOE + Car/Car allowance & Flexible Benefits About the Role :Freedom is seeking a driven and dynamic Ecologist to be a key part of the strong delivery team, working closely with the Principal Ecological Consultant, providing technical oversight and delivery of land management activities across multiple work streams. Across multiple frameworks Freedom delivers advice on Environmental Land Management Strategy and Planning, Habitat Creation, Restoration and Management, Ecological Surveys and Impact Assessment, Biodiversity Net Gain and Monitoring, Ecological Compensation Strategies, Forestry and Woodland Management, Agricultural Land Management and Scheme Advice, Landscape Assessments, Land Restoration and Soils Advice, Drainage, Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance, Appointment and Management of Contractors, Stakeholder Liaison, Reporting and a wide range of other land management related activities. Freedom manages delivery from scoping, all the way through to completion, including all aspects of health and safety Key Responsibilities: Contributing to, producing, overseeing, and reviewing high quality ecological reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) and Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA). Undertaking, overseeing, and reviewing Ecological Surveys, including Extended Phase 1, UKHab and Protected Species Surveys. Contribution to, producing and overseeing BNG assessments. Contribution to, producing and overseeing habitat management plans. Planning of field survey logistics, and preparation and implementation of survey methods. Compilation of project specific desk studies and literature reviews. Presentation, and interpretation, of data to contribute towards survey, monitoring and management reports. Overseeing, or acting as, Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to deliver onsite ecological supervision/auditing/support. Data gathering and mapping using GIS, including QGIS Understanding, writing and reviewing risk assessment and method statements for safe site work. Managing projects and supporting office management and administrative tasks. Contributing towards bids, tenders and budget and project finance management. What We're Looking For: Requirements & Skills To hold an in-depth knowledge of ecology and survey techniques. At least 4 years of demonstrable consultancy experience (or equivalent within the industry) reflecting the elements listed above. Confident in Phase 1 habitats/UKHab surveys and good botanical skills. Confident in field survey covering a range of British wildlife (typically including bats, badger, birds otter, water vole, GCN, etc.). Species specialisms are welcomed, however an awareness of protected and priority species and habitat's role in wider ecosystems is also essential. Associate or Full member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). A good understanding of current wildlife and environmental legislation, policy trends, standards and established ecological guidance. A degree in Ecology, Biodiversity, Conservation Management, Environmental Science, or a relevant subject. Protected species class licence holder (bats as a preference) - Desirable. Having been a Named Ecologist or an Accredited Agent on EPSL's and badger mitigation licences - Desirable. Full UK driving licence. A positive, ambitious, determined and pragmatic outlook. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people.? Some of what you can expect includes:? Car Allowance / CarSalary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a?leading provider and?up to?8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Consultant EcologistHome based, with occasional UK travelPermanent - Full TimeSalary Competitive DOE + Car/Car allowance & Flexible Benefits About the Role :Freedom is seeking a driven and dynamic Ecologist to be a key part of the strong delivery team, working closely with the Principal Ecological Consultant, providing technical oversight and delivery of land management activities across multiple work streams. Across multiple frameworks Freedom delivers advice on Environmental Land Management Strategy and Planning, Habitat Creation, Restoration and Management, Ecological Surveys and Impact Assessment, Biodiversity Net Gain and Monitoring, Ecological Compensation Strategies, Forestry and Woodland Management, Agricultural Land Management and Scheme Advice, Landscape Assessments, Land Restoration and Soils Advice, Drainage, Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance, Appointment and Management of Contractors, Stakeholder Liaison, Reporting and a wide range of other land management related activities. Freedom manages delivery from scoping, all the way through to completion, including all aspects of health and safety Key Responsibilities: Contributing to, producing, overseeing, and reviewing high quality ecological reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) and Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA). Undertaking, overseeing, and reviewing Ecological Surveys, including Extended Phase 1, UKHab and Protected Species Surveys. Contribution to, producing and overseeing BNG assessments. Contribution to, producing and overseeing habitat management plans. Planning of field survey logistics, and preparation and implementation of survey methods. Compilation of project specific desk studies and literature reviews. Presentation, and interpretation, of data to contribute towards survey, monitoring and management reports. Overseeing, or acting as, Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to deliver onsite ecological supervision/auditing/support. Data gathering and mapping using GIS, including QGIS Understanding, writing and reviewing risk assessment and method statements for safe site work. Managing projects and supporting office management and administrative tasks. Contributing towards bids, tenders and budget and project finance management. What We're Looking For: Requirements & Skills To hold an in-depth knowledge of ecology and survey techniques. At least 4 years of demonstrable consultancy experience (or equivalent within the industry) reflecting the elements listed above. Confident in Phase 1 habitats/UKHab surveys and good botanical skills. Confident in field survey covering a range of British wildlife (typically including bats, badger, birds otter, water vole, GCN, etc.). Species specialisms are welcomed, however an awareness of protected and priority species and habitat's role in wider ecosystems is also essential. Associate or Full member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). A good understanding of current wildlife and environmental legislation, policy trends, standards and established ecological guidance. A degree in Ecology, Biodiversity, Conservation Management, Environmental Science, or a relevant subject. Protected species class licence holder (bats as a preference) - Desirable. Having been a Named Ecologist or an Accredited Agent on EPSL's and badger mitigation licences - Desirable. Full UK driving licence. A positive, ambitious, determined and pragmatic outlook. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people.? Some of what you can expect includes:? Car Allowance / CarSalary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a?leading provider and?up to?8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Consultant / Senior Ecohydrology Consultant Location: Warrington/London/Market Harborough (Hybrid working minimum 40% in office; site visits required) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (flexible working available) Salary: Up to £41,500 pa Benefits: Click here to see some of our employee benefits About the Role TEP s Ecohydrology team is expanding, and we re looking for an ecologist with a passion for water environments. You ll help deliver projects such as SuDS, water reuse, peatland restoration, river rehabilitation and landscape recovery. This role offers flexibility on location, with opportunities to grow your expertise in a supportive, specialist team. What you ll be doing Provide ecological input and fieldwork support on ecohydrology projects. Design and implement habitat creation and restoration schemes. Conduct hydrological investigations and ecological surveys. Prepare reports, river morphology assessments and BNG metrics. Work with stakeholders including landowners, local authorities, and conservation groups. Use GIS, hydrology software and modelling to assess habitats. What we are looking for Applied experience in habitat restoration and freshwater/wetland ecology. Knowledge of hydrology, aquatic species conservation and survey techniques. Strong report writing and communication skills. Understanding of environmental legislation and policy Desirable: aquatic species monitoring, water quality assessments, BNG experience. Why join us? Work on nationally significant water and land restoration projects. Flexible working arrangements, including remote options. Career development and mentoring in a growing specialist field. Supportive, multidisciplinary team culture. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Consultant / Senior Ecohydrology Consultant Location: Warrington/London/Market Harborough (Hybrid working minimum 40% in office; site visits required) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (flexible working available) Salary: Up to £41,500 pa Benefits: Click here to see some of our employee benefits About the Role TEP s Ecohydrology team is expanding, and we re looking for an ecologist with a passion for water environments. You ll help deliver projects such as SuDS, water reuse, peatland restoration, river rehabilitation and landscape recovery. This role offers flexibility on location, with opportunities to grow your expertise in a supportive, specialist team. What you ll be doing Provide ecological input and fieldwork support on ecohydrology projects. Design and implement habitat creation and restoration schemes. Conduct hydrological investigations and ecological surveys. Prepare reports, river morphology assessments and BNG metrics. Work with stakeholders including landowners, local authorities, and conservation groups. Use GIS, hydrology software and modelling to assess habitats. What we are looking for Applied experience in habitat restoration and freshwater/wetland ecology. Knowledge of hydrology, aquatic species conservation and survey techniques. Strong report writing and communication skills. Understanding of environmental legislation and policy Desirable: aquatic species monitoring, water quality assessments, BNG experience. Why join us? Work on nationally significant water and land restoration projects. Flexible working arrangements, including remote options. Career development and mentoring in a growing specialist field. Supportive, multidisciplinary team culture. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
