Principal Ecologist

Principal Ecological Consultant – Scotland

£40,000–£47,000
Edinburgh | Hybrid

A leading UK environmental consultancy is looking for a Principal Ecological Consultant to join its growing Scottish team. You’ll lead ecological input on renewable energy and transmission projects, working within a collaborative, science-led environment.

The Role

• Lead and oversee ecological surveys and field programmes
• Manage complex projects and act as a key client contact
• Provide high-level technical review of reports and assessments
• Mentor junior and mid-level ecologists
• Prepare tenders, fee proposals and support business development
• Work closely with specialists across ecology, arboriculture, agri-environment, landscape, planning, heritage, GIS and visualisation

Working Arrangements

• Edinburgh or Glasgow office
• Hybrid: minimum two days per week in the office
• Full-time (37.5 hours) with flexible options

Benefits

• Employee-ownership profit share (up to £3.6k annually tax free)
• 4x salary life assurance
• 25 days’ holiday + public holidays (buy/sell available)
• Group Income Protection
• Paid volunteering day

Requirements

• Strong understanding of UK wildlife, survey methods and ecological principles
• Solid knowledge of UK conservation legislation and Scottish planning
• Experience delivering and reviewing PEA, protected species and EcIA reports
• Confident client engagement and project management
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel and occasionally work antisocial hours

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.