At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative ecology projects and drive commercial growth in the renewable sector.
- Company: People-focused consultancy with a strong track record in renewables and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible leadership structure, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and contribute to large-scale projects with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real environmental impact while shaping the future of ecology projects.
- Qualifications: Significant experience in ecology with a client-facing and commercial focus.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
Director of Ecology – UK South £60-70k Permanent, full time
Our key client is seeking a senior ecology leader to join their team in England. This role offers flexibility to appoint at either Technical Director or Associate Director level, depending on experience. You will inherit an established function with growth plans, support major projects, and play a key role in driving innovation and expanding commercial impact.
- Drive delivery of large-scale projects—especially onshore wind and grid infrastructure—from feasibility through construction.
- Expand the consultancy’s commercial reach by attracting new clients and workstreams (renewables and beyond).
- Enhance the business profile through thought leadership, technical innovation, and industry engagement.
- Manage budgets, support business development, and contribute to the senior leadership team.
Significant experience in ecology, ideally with a client-facing and commercial focus. Track record of delivering or leading large-scale projects. Leadership qualities: supportive, empowering, and able to grow others. Open to candidates from a range of technical and sector backgrounds - grow a business unit!
Flexible leadership structure; Opportunity to shape team strategy, technical standards, and commercial growth. Projects range from small to hundreds of thousands to occasional multi-million-pound contracts.
You’ll join a people-focused consultancy with a solid track record in major renewables and infrastructure, committed to quality, innovation, and real-world environmental impact.
Please reach out to Jim Merryfield at CleanTech Talent for a confidential call. CleanTech Talent are acting as the exclusive employment agency for this position.
Locations
Technical Director/Director - Water Environment in Cheshire, Chester employer: CleanTech Talent
Join a forward-thinking consultancy that prioritises innovation and environmental impact, offering a dynamic work culture where your leadership can truly shape the future of ecology in the UK. With a focus on professional growth and a flexible leadership structure, you'll have the opportunity to drive significant projects while expanding your expertise and influence in the renewable energy sector. Enjoy a supportive environment that values collaboration and empowers you to make a meaningful difference in the industry.
