Senior Field Ecologist

Join to apply for the Senior Field Ecologist role at SLR Consulting3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Field Ecologist role at SLR ConsultingGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Due to continued business growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Ecologist to join our South West ecology team in a Senior Field role.Based from our Bristol, Exeter or Bradford on Avon offices, you will play a lead role in undertaking and delivering a range of projects across our business sectors, particularly including Renewables and Built Environment.This role presents an exciting opportunity to be responsible for the delivery of ecology inputs to a number of large and complex projects.We will close the role when we have received a sufficient number of applications, so please do not delay in applying for the position.The roleThe role will involve work on field surveys and mitigation projects relating to ornithology, protected/notable mammals and habitats. You may also have the opportunity to be involved in herpetofauna, fish habitat and invertebrate surveys.Subject to your skills, this may include some of the following:Managing / overseeing ecological aspects of projects, advising clients and their contractors on schemes in the power, built environment and infrastructure sectorsPreparation of fee proposals and scope of works, report writing and technical review of peer and sub-contractor reportsSupervision and mentoring of ecology staff. Depending on skills and experience, the role may also include staff management and leading site work on particular ecological specialismsScheduling, managing and ensuring delivery of ecological survey work packages on time and budgetLiaising with other SLR technical teams on a variety of subjects including planning, landscape, hydrology, noise and air quality whilst working closely with senior members of the ecology team in other SLR officesIt is important to understand that the job is likely to involve a significant amount of travel and time away from home, as well as survey work in all weathers and occasionally in remote locations. It is therefore important that you will enjoy this aspect of the role. Long days may occasionally be required for field work. SLR offers paid overtime or Time off in Lieu/flexible working in accordance with its policies.About UsSLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with acompany pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.About YouYou will have demonstrable experience in a range of different areas of ecological consultancy practice, and would be able to lead and mentor others within the team. You should be able to demonstrate competence in ecological surveying (whether terrestrial ecology, botany, ornithology or another specialism) and have an understanding of the relevant ecological legislation and policy within Scotland and throughout the UK.BSc Ecology, Biological Science or equivalent (MSc desirable) and eligible for Qualifying or Associate level CIEEM membershipGood theoretical grounding in ecology and environmental assessment and be able to demonstrate experience in a range of ecological survey techniquesBotanical skills and experience of habitat surveys would be an advantage, along with specialist fauna surveys (bats, reptiles, amphibians, water voles, otters, birds or invertebrates)Experience in project management duties including planning and scheduling surveys, budget management and client liaison.Protected /notable species survey experience of relevance to ScotlandOrnithological, botanical, terrestrial or freshwater fauna surveysIf you are interested, and hold a full UK driving licence, we would love to hear from you.Culture & Inclusion at SLRWe are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. 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