Your new company

Our client is seeking enthusiastic and skilled individuals to join a growing ecological consultancy that provides services across a diverse range of projects.

Their work ranges across Scotland to a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from government bodies and nationwide construction companies, to small-scale projects for private homeowners. Helping to deliver high-quality ecological surveys, assessments, and consultancy.

Your new role

The main responsibilities of this role include:

• Conduct ecological surveys and assessments, ensuring timely and compliant project delivery
• Lead fieldwork activities including habitat assessments, species surveys, and ecological monitoring
• Provide expert ecological advice to clients and project teams, ensuring adherence to legislation and best practices
• Prepare clear and accurate reports, management plans, and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA)
• Liaise professionally with clients, regulators, and stakeholders
• Mentor junior staff, offering training and supervision
• Contribute to business development through proposals, meetings, and networking
• Integrate emerging ecological trends and technologies into project work
• Maintain accurate records and documentation per company standards
• Demonstrate flexibility during peak survey seasons, including travel and overnight stays
• Assist in fee proposal preparation and project quality assurance
• Manage projects to meet deliverables and deadlines

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in ecological consultancy
• Strong knowledge of UK ecological legislation and best practice
• Skilled in data analysis, GIS, and technical report writing
• Associate or full membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Relevant degree (e.g., zoology, ecology, environmental management) or equivalent experience
• Willingness to obtain protected species licences
• Physical fitness for outdoor fieldwork in varied conditions

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary: £34,000 – £45,000 (DOE)
• Enhanced pay for unsociable hours
• Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service
• Private healthcare scheme
• Pension scheme
• Career development opportunities

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.

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