Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist – £35,000–£40,000

Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)

Are you an Ecologist with 5+ years of experience looking for a meaningful next step?

Do you want a varied role, a supportive team, and the chance to work on projects that genuinely contribute to a low-carbon future?

An established environmental consultancy is expanding its ecology team and is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join their Edinburgh office. The organisation has spent nearly two decades supporting sustainable development and is known for investing in its people, offering real career progression and a collaborative culture.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, we’re seeking a Senior Ecologist to support a wide range of renewable energy and infrastructure projects. You’ll work closely with colleagues across multiple environmental disciplines and play a key role in survey delivery, reporting, and client support.

Your role will be shaped around your strengths and career goals, but is likely to include:

• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Preparing tenders and supporting business development
• Scoping and managing small to large-scale projects
• Planning, managing and delivering terrestrial and freshwater ecological surveys
• Liaising with statutory bodies, NGOs and stakeholders
• Producing high-quality technical reports (PEA, EcIA, etc.)
• Supporting clients during construction, restoration and monitoring phases
• Mentoring junior team members
• Working in line with CIEEM’s Professional Code of Conduct

What We’re Looking For

• BSc/MSc in a relevant subject and minimum 5 years’ experience
• Associate or Full CIEEM membership (or working towards it)
• Strong field skills and a desire to continue developing technically
• Experience with protected species surveys and licensing (e.g., bats, GCN, otter, water vole, badger)
• Understanding of UK ecological legislation and guidance
• Strong project management and report-writing skills
• Ability to work confidently with contractors and clients on site
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable (not essential):

• ECoW / EnvCoW experience
• Ornithology survey and assessment skills
• Hydrological monitoring
• Biodiversity net gain advice
• Peatland assessment or restoration experience

What’s on Offer

• £35,000–£40,000 salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Flexible benefits package (EAP, cycle to work, enhanced family policies, private healthcare, life assurance)
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Mentoring, training and opportunities to lead on diverse, impactful projects