Senior Ecologist

We are seeking an ambitious individual, looking for further experience undertaking Project Management, client liaison and business operations. They must be able to produce high quality ecological reports to inform planning permission and have good knowledge of UK legislation, planning policy and Biodiversity Net Gain Policy. The individual must have a proven track record of working and liaising with the Local Planning Authority and must have high levels of working knowledge of the planning system.

Opportunities for further career development will include assistance in the expansion and development of the ecology team at CWE, as well as training and mentoring of junior staff members.

The role will suit an ecologist with over 3 years experience working within a consultancy environment, looking for a role with greater responsibility and opportunities to progress their career.

Job Roles:

- Undertake Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Protected Species Surveys on a range of sites throughout the UK.
- Undertake Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments and provide advice regarding the same for clients.
- Work closely with colleagues in our Landscape Architecture and Arboricultural team to provide high quality advice on projects.
- Manage your own projects under the supervision of the Ecology Director. Client liaison, fee proposals and billing are all key parts of project management.

Job Requirements:

- Must have Natural England Bat Level 1 Licence (or a single reference).
- Desirable Natural England Bat Level 2 Licence and ability to write Bat EPSL's
- Proven and demonstrable experience undertaking PEA's, EcIA's and Protected Species Surveys, and ability to write these reports independently.
- Desirable membership with a relevant professional body such as CIEEM, IES, IEMA (will be paid for by CWE annually).
- Experience working within an ecological consultancy.
- Own car and ability to drive long distances for work.
- Ability to stay away from home for short periods (1-2 nights) for work throughout the UK (hotel expenses all paid for).

Salary range £30,000 - £40,000 per anum. Higher salaries can be negotiated based on experience of the individual.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Private medical insurance

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

**Experience**:

- Ecological Consultancy: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Natural England Bat or GCN Licence (required)

Work Location: In person