Principal/Associate Ecologist
JOB_53548944741693Job type
PermanentLocation
CambridgeshireWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
EnvironmentIndustry
EngineeringPay
£45,000 - £60,000 DOE
Principal/Associate Ecologist - Permanent Job - Cambridgeshire (Hybrid) - £45,000 - £60,000 DOE
Your New Company
A well-established SME consultancy with a growing ecology team in Cambridgeshire, offering the agility and benefits of larger firms without the bureaucracy. The company fosters a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment and values meaningful collaboration with planners and landscape architects.
Your New Role
You’ll be joining as a Principal or Associate Ecologist, stepping into a leadership role within a local team of 2 and a wider team of 11 ecologists. You’ll lead exciting regional projects, manage clients, QA reports, and contribute to business development. Expect a 50/50 split between solar and residential schemes (with others in the mix), for e.g. a large solar project in Bedfordshire and residential developments across Beds, Herts, and Essex.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- 8+ years’ experience in ecology consultancy
- Strong project management and business development skills
- Ability to lead surveys, write quotes, QA reports, and manage clients
- Ideally FISC Level 3 to lead habitat surveys
- Personable, proactive, and collaborative approach
- BSc in Ecology or related field (2:1 or higher is desirable)
- Full CIEEM membership or working towards
- Full UK Driving licence
What You'll Get in Return
- Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 - depending on experience
- Pension plan with 5% employer contribution
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Flexible hours and hybrid working (2 office days p/week, 1–2 site days p/week in summer)
- Career development and CPD opportunities
- Vitality Health Care - Private Medical Scheme
- Professional Body Membership paid
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounts and perks – Amazon Prime, Odeon, Apple, Café Nero
- Employee Assistance Program – including Financial and Mental Health support from external experts on our private medical services.
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- BUPA Cash Plan
If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work on diverse projects, and be part of a supportive team, this could be the perfect opportunity.
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 on your career.
Principal/Associate EcologistJOB_535489447416932025-11-062026-02-04
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