Ecologist

Bowland Ecology Ltd is an Origin Enterprises business, forming part of the Environmental division. At Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental teams support a diverse range of clients and projects—from land management and development to restoration and conservation. Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose driven community where this collective expertise enables us to deliver high quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland.

About Bowland Ecology: Bowland Ecology is a well-established and thriving ecological consultancy that won CIEEM's 2025 medium sized practice of the year award. Due to our continued growth, we are seeking to appoint an Ecologist with either peatland project experience and/or BNG project experience. The role will be based at our modern offices in central Glasgow with the option to also work from home. The successful candidate must have the flexibility to travel throughout Scotland as required. We pride ourselves on offering solutions and robust ecological advice based upon best practice and continual learning and development while ensuring that staff wellbeing underpins all that we do.

You can expect:

• The chance to work on a wide variety of interesting and challenging projects including large scale infrastructure, brownfield sites, minerals projects and work commissioned by Government Agencies including projects that have won industry awards.
• Payment of CIEEM membership fees.
• Ongoing support via a bespoke training programme.
• Flexible working and work from home options.
• Additional Annual Leave added for every year worked up to 30 days.
• Life assurance.

Scope of role:

• Project management (including input to tenders/fee proposals and client liaison).
• Plan, coordinate and undertake BNG, habitat and/or peat and peat related projects including the production of ecology reports, desk studies and plans, and data input, management and analysis.
• Design and implementation of mitigation schemes.
• Supervision of junior staff.
• Contribution to development of the business.

Successful Candidates will have:

• Membership of CIEEM or equivalent.
• Technical expertise in ecology including habitat surveying, ideally a minimum Level 4 FISC.
• A good working knowledge of the Scottish regulatory framework for wildlife.
• Excellent communication, team working project and time management skills.
• 'Hands on’ approach, initiative and self-motivation.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Current and full driving licence.
• Enthusiasm, confidence and a passion for Ecology.

Why work for us? We offer a competitive and supportive rewards package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. This includes Life Assurance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and paid professional memberships such as CIEEM. We’re committed to continuous development, offering a blend of internal and external training opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career. As part of our inclusive culture, you’ll have the opportunity to join our monthly Neurodiversity Café, take part in community action days, and benefit from our family friendly policies, including enhanced family leave options. While we value time spent together in our offices to collaborate and stay connected, most roles offer hybrid working and open conversations around flexibility. You’ll also enjoy 25 days’ holiday, regular performance and development reviews, and the chance to collaborate across the wider Origin Group, especially within our growing family of Environmental businesses. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can grow, contribute and feel valued. Visit our website to learn more — and grow with us.