Principal Ecologist | Remote

This is a remote position.As a Principal Ecologist at Envance you will be an integral part driving positive change within the clients and projects we support.Who are weWe are Envance an environmental and sustainability management consultancy driven by our values and core beliefs. We believe that a better future for people and the planet doesnt need to be at the expense of success in the present.Our purpose is to help our clients become more sustainable and realise the opportunities and benefits that this can bring to their business.Achieving positive outcomes and adding value is central to our beliefs and approach. We offer positive pragmatic and innovative advice embracing new and emerging methods where we can.We believe that we can achieve more together and that by working with our clients and supply chain partners to deliver projects and improve performance we can create a better world now and for the future.Our TeamWe believe that the success of our business lies in the strength of our team and we pride ourselves on being inclusive resulting in a talented and diverse team with a wide range of backgrounds and specialisms.Our existing ecology team comprises a mixture of experienced technical experts environmental data analysts and enthusiastic assistants that pride themselves on developing their skills and finding innovative solutions.As a small consultancy teamwork is central to our success. We work collaboratively within our team and with our associates and clients believing that the sum is more than the parts.Professional DevelopmentCreating an environment that supports the professional development of our team is hugely important to us. We want our people to thrive whilst working at Envance and support them in achieving their personal and professional aspirations. We will help you create an individualised training plan and support this with an unlimited training budget.FlexibilityWe believe that people achieve the most when they can work in a manner that works best for them and have a genuinely flexible approach to work in terms of both hours and location. We want our team to maintain their work/life balance to find an approach that works best for all.The RoleAs a Principal Ecologist you will be responsible for leading the delivery of a wide range of ecology projects and programmes of work from inception to completion as well as supporting and mentoring less experienced Ecologists to develop and apply their technical and professional skills as effectively as possible.This is a permanent role with options for remote hybrid and flexible working and we are open to full time or part time applicants. With projects throughout the country a head office in Stockport and regional workspaces in London Derbyshire and on the east-coast of England we are flexible on location.Your key responsibilities will be: Planning resourcing and delivering ecological surveys Producing fee proposals and tenders Production of written reports including PEA BNG EcIAs Engaging with clients and sub-contractors Quality assurance of others written work Mentoring and training of junior ecologists RequirementsIts really important to us that we find people that will thrive at Envance. We are looking for people that have the following attributes; Self-starter keen to develop professionally and use initiative to find solutions Takes pride in quality written work Experience in ecological impact assessment PEA BNG and managing survey programmes Protected species licences and/or a specific area of ecological expertise Experience of or desire to lead survey teams and/or mentor early career ecologists Experience in tendering and preparing fee proposals A relevant degree and applied professional experience Associate or full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or appetite to achieve this. GIS software skills in ARCGIS or QGIS Have a full UK driving licence. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary and a great place to work we offer full time staff: 33 days annual leave including bank holidays Additional leave after 2 years service Additional days birthday leave Purchase additional annual leave Unlimited training budget with your training plan 3 paid volunteer days Enhanced contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Healthcare scheme Monthly well-being allowance for you to spend as on a sport or activity of your choice Discretionary profit share scheme Free parking We are happy to work flexibly to meet your needs. If you are the right person for us we can make it work. Required Skills: Relevant degree (e.g. Environmental Science Ecology or related discipline) or equivalent experience. Understanding of ecological and environmental management practices particularly relating to protected species. Excellent communication and reporting skills. Full UK driving licence. 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