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Opportunity:
A fantastic new opportunity has presented itself to any experienced ecologists looking for that next step in their conservation careers! Our client, a recognised multidisciplinary firm, is looking to expand their Midlands ecology team by bringing in a new Senior Ecologist for their Birmingham office. Alongside working in a top-quality team of like-minded individuals, you'll also be working a 4-day week on 5-day pay! This client prioritises their employee's mental health and wellbeing by making every weekend a 3-day weekend, allowing you to spend time with friends & family, pursue personal hobbies or professional development or just take a moment to decompress. You'll be working alongside landscape architects and arboricultural specialists in a multidiscipline team with the aim of protecting and improving biodiversity.
Responsibility:
As the new senior ecologist, your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with project management, handling budgets and timelines.
- Leading on a range of protected species surveys and assessments e.g. PEAs, EcIAs, HRAs and BNG.
- Assist with protected species licenses and mitigation strategy.
- Support and mentor junior members of staff.
- Liaising with key clients & stakeholders, helping to develop and maintain new and existing relationships.
Requirements:
To be considered for this senior ecologist position, you should aim to meet as much of the following as possible:
- Be a member of CIEEM, preferably working towards Chartered status.
- Strong understanding of UK planning policy and framework surrounding Ecology.
- Survey skills including UKHabs and protected species.
- Hold at least one protected species license.
- Comfortable with leading and mentoring junior members of the team.
- Experienced liaising with clients & stakeholders.
- Hold a full UK driver's license.
- Possess strong report writing and project management skills.
If this role looks like the ideal fit for you, click 'Apply' to submit your CV for review. If you have any questions regarding this or other roles, contact Euan McLeod on (phone number removed). If you have any friends/colleagues that are looking for work or could be a good fit, we offer 250 for successful referrals so put them in touch!
