Senior Ecologist

WSP is a leading engineering professional services consulting firm dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. Our team of technical experts and strategic advisors, including engineers, scientists, and environmental specialists, design lasting solutions in various sectors. We are looking for a Senior Consultant Ecologist to support our growing workload in the south-west of England.

• Planning and undertaking ecology surveys, including UKHabs surveys, BNG assessments, and protected species surveys.
• Providing technical advice to clients on development projects.
• Client liaison and project management.
• Supporting the mentoring and training of the local ecology team.

As a Senior Consultant Ecologist, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive environment. WSP offers competitive salaries, pension contributions, 25 days annual leave, and a flexible working policy. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates.

• An appropriate academic qualification in a related discipline.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management.
• Demonstrable experience in undertaking UKHabs, BNG assessments, and protected species surveys.
• Experience authoring protected species reports, Ecological Impact Assessments, and Biodiversity Chapters.

We are a Disability Confident leader and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you require any workplace adjustments, please let us know.