Job type
PermanentLocation
Stirling - DunblaneWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
EnvironmentIndustry
ConstructionPay
£35,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
£35,000 - £45,000 (DOE), Senior Ecologist, Scotland, Stirling
Your new company
A well-established and highly regarded ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Ecologist to join its growing team. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality ecological advice across the public, private and voluntary sectors, the business has secured a robust pipeline of projects extending into 2026 and beyond.
The organisation operates across a diverse portfolio, including infrastructure, renewable energy, forestry, and residential developments, and offers a collaborative and supportive working environment.
Your new role
In this role, you will take on a key position within the team, combining technical expertise, project management, and leadership responsibilities. You will be responsible for delivering a variety of ecological services, while supporting junior staff and contributing to business development activities.
Key duties will include:
- Leading the delivery of ecological projects from inception to completion
- Producing and reviewing technical reports, including PEAs and EcIAs
- Designing and managing habitat and protected species surveys
- Managing client relationships, project budgets, and timelines
- Providing line management and mentoring support
- Assisting with tender submissions and preparation of RAMS
What you'll need to succeed
- A degree in Ecology or a related discipline
- Eligibility for membership of CIEEM
- Strong knowledge of UK (particularly Scottish) wildlife and legislation
- Proven experience in ecological consultancy, including report writing (PEA, EcIA, protected species)
- Demonstrable project management and people management experience
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable:
- Specialist expertise in ornithology or botany
- Strong field survey experience
What you'll get in return
- £35,000 – £45,000 salary depending on experience
- Generous employer pension contribution (increasing with service)
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Paid professional membership and ongoing CPD support
- Company vehicle access for site work
- Equipment allowance and PPE provision
- Enhanced annual leave entitlement, increasing with length of service
- Life assurance cover
What you need to do now
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