Job Description:

Senior Ecologist - Newcastle

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Ecologist to join a well-established and expanding environmental consultancy in Newcastle. This role is perfectly suited to a motivated ecologist looking to progress their career within a collaborative, supportive, and environmentally focused organisation.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in delivering a wide variety of ecological projects throughout the UK, supporting residential, commercial, infrastructure, and conservation developments. Working alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to guide projects from initial stages through to completion, while mentoring junior ecologists and contributing to the ongoing growth of the ecology team.

This consultancy is committed to creating a positive and flexible working environment where employees are genuinely valued. The company offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience

• Flexible and hybrid working options

• Generous annual leave allowance

• Paid professional memberships and training support

• Structured career progression opportunities

• Company pension scheme

• Paid volunteering days

• Employee wellbeing initiatives

• Regular social events and team away days

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Support towards protected species licences and chartership

As a Senior Ecologist, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing ecological surveys, assessments, and technical reporting

• Carrying out protected species surveys and habitat assessments

• Managing projects, budgets, and client relationships

• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the ecology team

• Assisting with business development and tender submissions

• Liaising with planners, developers, and key stakeholders

• Ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and to a high technical standard

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field

• Proven consultancy experience within the ecology sector

• Strong report writing and project management capabilities

• Protected species survey licences (desirable)

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Membership of CIEEM (preferred)

• A full UK driving licence
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity to join a passionate and forward-thinking consultancy dedicated to delivering high-quality ecological solutions and promoting biodiversity and sustainable development.

Candidates seeking a new opportunity within Ecology are encouraged to apply or contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment for further information.