Senior Ecologist

Job Title – Senior Ecologist Location – Birmingham Salary - £32,000 - £36,000 Full time, permanent role 4+ years' experience The Role I am looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Ecologist to join an expanding ecology team in Birmingham. Working within a multi-disciplinary consultancy, you will collaborate closely with planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists on a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Ecologist seeking greater responsibility, project ownership and career progression within a supportive and technically focused environment. Responsibilities * Lead and manage ecological projects from inception to completion * Undertake and supervise a range of protected species and habitat surveys including protected species, UK Hab, and PEAs. * Prepare high-quality technical reports * Provide ecological advice * Manage budgets and client communications * Mentoring junior staff members Requirements * Relevant degree e.g. Ecology, Zoology etc * 4+ years consultancy experienced * Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation * Excellent report writing and technical review skills * Protected species license – GCN, Bat. * Good organisational and communication skills * Full UK driving license This role comes with * Flexible & hybrid working options * Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 * Enhanced pension scheme * Tailored career development plan * Company paid healthcare scheme * Paid professional memberships * Ecologist designed toil scheme