Principal Ecologist

Social network you want to login/join with:Do you have what it takes to transform society?We are looking for a Principal Ecologist who is enthusiastic, curious and looking for that next challenge. This role can be worked flexibly with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office/on site and the option of adjusted start and finish times.We have an amazing opportunity to be a key part of driving our strategies with regards to Nature Recovery, BNG and Natural Capital. This is an exciting time to join Sweco and if you want to be part of a company who is small in all the best ways but large enough to provide a diverse and exciting workload, this job is for you.What does the role involve?As a Principal Ecologist you’ll manage all ecological aspects of projects ensuring best practice is embedded throughout our processes and we’re delivering to a high standard. You’ll prepare competitive bids and tenders, manage site surveys and approve ecology proposals and reports for both technical robustness and branding.Role responsibilities may include:Managing large/complex projectsLiaising with project managers and clients on the delivery of ecological requirements within multi-disciplinary tenders and projectsUndertaking desk studies and site based preliminary ecological appraisals, including detailed habitat surveys to accurately describe and map habitats and assess their potential to support notable/protected speciesAnalysis, evaluation, interpretation and presentation of ecological dataTechnical report writing including production of preliminary ecological appraisal reports, ecological impact assessments, and protected species licence applicationsPerforming the role of an Ecological Clerk of Works on construction projectsIn return you’ll get to work on key projects, and we’ll provide the support and development you need as you work towards gaining licences to work with different protected species.To be successful in this role you’ll have:Experience in managing large/complex projects in the ecology sector within a professional consultancyA passion for inspiring and mentoring less experienced team membersA thorough understanding of UK survey methodology following relevant legislation, guidelines and best practice.Experience conducting preliminary ecological appraisals (PEA), protected species surveys and/or habitat surveysReport writing experience including PEA reports, Ecological Impact Assessments, HRA’s and protected species licencesA degree in Ecology, Environmental or Earth Sciences or a related disciplineCIEEM membershipEligible for CEnv/CEcolProtected species survey licence (desirable)Current and full driving licence and willingness to travel to sitesIf you believe you have the skill set required, are keen to join a business with genuine opportunities for career progression, then we’d love to hear from you.Let’s transform society together at ..... full job details .....