Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist – Bristol. Ref; 23295 Our client’s work is driven by the diversity, expertise, and passion of their people. Their award-winning ecology team (100+ specialists, including leadership within CIEEM) is at the forefront of delivering innovative, nature-positive solutions. From major infrastructure to habitat creation and policy influence, ecology is embedded from the very start to create meaningful impact. The Opportunity As a Senior Ecologist, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality ecological solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects.

• Leading and delivering ecological assessments and habitat design
• Developing practical, innovative mitigation and compensation strategies
• Acting as Ecology Lead on projects
• Managing projects from bid stage through to completion
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Producing and reviewing high-quality technical reports
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members

About You We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a passion for making a difference. * Good knowledge of UK ecology, habitats, and wildlife legislation * Experience with:

• UKHab surveys
• Preliminary Ecological Assessments (PEA)
• Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA)
• Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA)
• Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Experience with protected species surveys, mitigation, and licensing
• Project management and client engagement experience
• Membership of CIEEM (or equivalent), with Chartership (or working towards)
• Full UK driving licence

Our client values experience and potential over traditional career paths—if you don’t have a degree but have strong field experience, they would still love to hear from you. Why Join? Our client puts people first. That means:

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• A genuinely inclusive and supportive culture
• Excellent career prospects
• Tailored benefits to support wellbeing, finances, and lifestyle
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to work on meaningful projects that make a real environmental impact

Ready to Make a Difference? Be part of a team shaping the future of the natural environment—while supporting your own growth and work-life balance. Apply now to learn more about this opportunity.