Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist - Cardiff

An established and expanding environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join its team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecologist looking to take a leading role in project delivery while contributing to the continued growth of a respected consultancy.

The successful candidate will lead and manage ecological projects across a wide range of sectors, including infrastructure, development, and conservation. They will be responsible for delivering high-quality ecological surveys, assessments, and reports, while providing technical guidance to colleagues and building strong relationships with clients and project partners. This role offers the chance to work on diverse and challenging projects, combining fieldwork, technical reporting, project management, and client engagement.

Benefits;

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare and employee wellbeing support

Paid professional memberships and full support toward chartership

Structured training and clear career progression pathways

Company vehicle or car allowance (role dependent)

Field equipment, survey expenses, and travel costs covered

Opportunities to work on high-profile and large-scale projects across the UK

Key responsibilities include;

Leading and undertaking habitat and protected species surveys

Managing ecological projects from initial survey design through to reporting and delivery

Producing high-quality reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, and method statements

Providing technical oversight and mentoring junior ecologists

Liaising with clients, planners, and multidisciplinary project teams

Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships

The ideal candidate will have;

Significant experience within ecological consultancy

Strong knowledge of UK habitats, protected species, and wildlife legislation

Excellent report writing and project management skills

Experience managing survey programmes and ecological teams

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (or eligibility for membership)

A full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork as required

This role offers an opportunity for a motivated senior ecologist to play a key role within a collaborative and forward-thinking team, helping deliver high-quality ecological outcomes across a wide range of projects.

Please contact Ashleigh Garner from Penguin Recruitment for more information