Senior Ecologist | Birmingham | Salary: Circa £35,000

My client is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their Birmingham office, where you will be an integral part of a vibrant, multidisciplinary team. This role offers the chance to work on a wide array of UK-based projects, including high-profile residential developments, major infrastructure, and mixed-use sights.

Senior Ecologist | Role Overview

As a Senior Ecologist, you will play a key role in leading and executing ecological projects from start to finish. Your work will encompass everything from early-stage due diligence and feasibility assessments to post-planning implementation, including habitat restoration and biodiversity conservation. You will also take a lead in ensuring projects meet Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) standards, helping to leave the natural environment in a better state than when projects began.

Senior Ecologist | Responsibilities:

• Lead and conduct ecological surveys, assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Manage projects from feasibility through post-planning, including habitat restoration and biodiversity conservation.
• Prepare and review technical reports (PEAs, EcIAs, BNG assessments).
• Provide ecological advice to clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).

Senior Ecologist | Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in ecological consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UK ecological legislation and planning policies.
• Proficiency in report writing and project management.
• Experience with protected species licensing and EIA processes.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Membership or working towards CIEEM/Chartered Ecologist status preferred.

Senior Ecologist | Benefits

• A competitive salary that reflects your experience and skills.
• A flexible benefits package tailored to your lifestyle.
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects, from large-scale infrastructure to smaller, standalone ecological surveys.

Interested in this role or other opportunities within Ecology? Please send your CV to Joe at (url removed) or contact him at (phone number removed). More vacancies are listed on our website. This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.