Consultant Ecologist
JOB_53638544751758Job type
PermanentLocation
SheffieldWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
EnvironmentIndustry
ConstructionPay
£28,000 - £32,000 (DOE)
Ecologist, £28,000 - £32,000 (DOE), Sheffield
Your new company
A leading UK-based environmental and design consultancy with decades of experience delivering award-winning projects in sensitive locations. The practice offers multidisciplinary expertise in masterplanning, environmental assessment, urban design, landscape, ecology, architecture, arboriculture, and green infrastructure.
Your new role
- Leading and conducting ecological surveys (protected species, habitat assessments, biodiversity audits).
- Preparing ecological reports and contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments.
- Designing and implementing mitigation measures to protect habitats and enhance biodiversity.
- Providing expert ecological advice to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in ecological consultancy, including surveys, assessments, reporting, and small project management.
- Strong knowledge of UK ecological legislation, guidelines, and best practice.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience advising on Biodiversity Net Gain and using the DEFRA Statutory Biodiversity Metric.
- Protected species licence or ecological specialism (desirable).
- Membership or eligibility for a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM).
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
What you'll get in return
- 25 days annual leave.
- Company pension scheme.
- Hybrid working (typically 3 days office-based).
- Flexible working arrangements.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Talk to Ethan Taylor, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Leicester, 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton SquareTelephone 0116 253 8097