Senior Ecologist

Overview

Embankment Group is recruiting on behalf of a growing environmental consultancy for a Senior Ecologist to join an established Edinburgh-based ecology team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to renewable energy and infrastructure projects across Scotland.

If you are an experienced ecologist seeking to work on a diverse range of ecological surveys, impact assessments, and project management within a supportive and collaborative consultancy environment, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Ecologist, you will play a key role in delivering a variety of ecological projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and delivering ecological surveys.
• Preparing Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), and technical reports.
• Supporting habitat and protected species assessments.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and regulators to ensure project success.
• Providing ecological advice during the construction phase of projects.
• Managing projects, budgets, and timelines effectively.
• Assisting with tender preparation and contributing to business development.
• Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists within the team.

This role offers a diverse workload across renewable energy, infrastructure, and restoration projects throughout Scotland.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven consultancy experience within the field of ecology.
• Strong field survey and reporting skills.
• A solid understanding of UK ecological legislation and planning processes.
• Experience managing projects and maintaining client relationships.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.
• Membership of CIEEM (Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management) or an equivalent professional body.
• A full UK driving licence.

Additional experience in protected species licensing, Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW), ornithology, or biodiversity net gain would be advantageous.

Day-to-Day

Your day-to-day activities will involve:

• Conducting ecological field surveys and assessments.
• Preparing detailed reports and impact assessments for clients.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver environmentally significant projects.
• Engaging with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Benefits

This role offers a range of benefits, including:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• The opportunity to work on large-scale, impactful environmental projects.
• A supportive team culture with a focus on collaboration and mentorship.
• Clear pathways for career progression and professional development.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about ecology and want to make a meaningful impact on renewable energy and infrastructure projects across Scotland, we want to hear from you.