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Principal Ecologist

My client a global Environmental Consultancy are looking for Senior and Principal Ecologists to join their team based in the Greater Manchester Area.

The Role:

Provide technical guidance, organising, and carrying out ecological surveys, such as protected species surveys and extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys.
Preparing bids for various projects, as well as surveys of protected species, flora, and environment.
Contribute to various ecological deliverables such as: EIAs (Ecological Impact Assessments), EMPs (Preliminary Ecological Appraisals), EMPs (Ecological Management Plans), Reports on Protected Species, European Protected Species licence applications, and HRAs (Habitats Regulations Assessments).
Project management and client relations.
Supplying guidance and instruction to the larger environmental team.

The successful applicant will have:

A membership in the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management and an acceptable academic degree in a related field (full membership can be attained through mentorship).
License(s) for protected species or other specialised knowledge relevant to ecological consulting.
Experience conducting protected species surveys, extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys, and fee quotations and tender creation.
Knowledge of entering data into technical ecological reports Authoring chapters on biodiversity and ecological impact assessments to be included in environmental statements.
It is preferred if you have experience managing medium- to large-scale initiatives and projects.
The capacity to collaborate with ecologists and other environmental experts in a team.
Understanding of pertinent laws pertaining to wildlife and ecological survey techniques.
A desire to enhance your fundamental expertise in project management, ecology, and consulting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the leading Environmental Consultancies, please get in touch for more information!