Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist - Bristol.

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Our client's work is driven by the diversity, expertise, and passion of their people. Their award-winning ecology team (100+ specialists, including leadership within CIEEM) is at the forefront of delivering innovative, nature-positive solutions. From major infrastructure to habitat creation and policy influence, ecology is embedded from the very start to create meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Ecologist, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality ecological solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects.

• Leading and delivering ecological assessments and habitat design
• Developing practical, innovative mitigation and compensation strategies
• Acting as Ecology Lead on projects
• Managing projects from bid stage through to completion
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Producing and reviewing high-quality technical reports
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members

About You

We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a passion for making a difference.

• Good knowledge of UK ecology, habitats, and wildlife legislation
• Experience with:
  • UKHab surveys
  • Preliminary Ecological Assessments (PEA)
  • Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA)
  • Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA)
  • Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Experience with protected species surveys, mitigation, and licensing
• Project management and client engagement experience
• Membership of CIEEM (or equivalent), with Chartership (or working towards)
• Full UK driving licence

Our client values experience and potential over traditional career paths-if you don't have a degree but have strong field experience, they would still love to hear from you.

Why Join?

Our client puts people first. That means:

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• A genuinely inclusive and supportive culture
• Excellent career prospects
• Tailored benefits to support wellbeing, finances, and lifestyle
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to work on meaningful projects that make a real environmental impact

Ready to Make a Difference?

Be part of a team shaping the future of the natural environment-while supporting your own growth and work-life balance.

Apply now to learn more about this opportunity.