Ecological Consultant

2 days ago


Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom FPCR ENVIRONMENT AND DESIGN Full time

About us

FPCR Environment and Design Ltd. is a leading integrated design practice working extensively throughout the UK.

Our people and culture are vital to the service we provide, and we feel this is the best way forward for the future of the practice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

Job Description

As a Senior or Principal Ecologist, you will be responsible for providing technical advice to a diverse range of clients across various aspects of ecological consulting.

You will work closely with our ecology team to develop complex projects, responding to new challenges in ecological practice.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Project management experience with excellent client liaison skills;
  • Good knowledge of best practice survey techniques, relevant wildlife legislation, and protected species licensing;
  • An advanced knowledge of ecology and wildlife protection in the context of the UK planning system;
  • Experience of advising clients on Biodiversity Net Gain, including production of Biodiversity Impact Assessments (BIA) and use of the DEFRA metric;
  • Demonstrable experience in complex report writing, inclusive of Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) reports, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) documents, Species and Habitat Management Plans;
  • A level of competency in Microsoft Office software and preferably some knowledge of GIS packages;
  • A full, clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

  • Degree level or equivalent academic qualification in Ecology or related field;
  • Full Membership of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or other similar;
  • Level 2 Bat Licence;
  • A minimum of 3 years project management experience with excellent client liaison skills.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary (£60,000 - £80,000 per annum) dependent on experience and skills, with the opportunity for annual bonuses, enrolment on our pension scheme, and 25 days holiday plus a holiday purchase system.

Everyone is enrolled in a BUPA health and wellbeing cashback scheme.

FPCR offers many workplace benefits, including activity and social events.



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