Senior Ecologist in Whitehall

Reference: 4637176Job ID: 5280628Posted: 2026-07-31Closing date: 2026-10-02Location: LondonSalary: 50k

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- 65k DOE (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Engineering / EnvironmentCompany: HaysConsultant: Jack BrewinHays office: Leicester — 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton SquarePhone: Email: new companyMy client is a leading provider of project management, design & construction supervision services within the sustainability industry, they have aligned their own strategy to support the switch to low-carbon energy, whilst also recognising transport and infrastructure systems to be a major factor in influencing the outcome of government policy.

Your new roleAs a Senior Ecologist, you will be helping the ecology team with project management, undertaking surveys, data analysis and drafting reports, as well as working with the team on larger projects.

If successful in the role, there is a next step to become Team Leader and line-manage part of the team.

Responsibilities: Scoping and Project Management of a range of small to large scale projects.Planning and managing ecological surveys using various survey methods.Negotiating with statutory agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders.Writing and authoring a wide range of technical reports, including Biodiversity Net Gain and Ecological Impact Assessment.Confident in reviewing ecological reports and providing feedback.Building and maintaining relationships with existing and new clients.Preparation of tenders, and support business development activities.Mentoring of junior members of the Ecology Team.Operate, at all times, in accordance with the CIEEM Professional Code of ConductWhat you'll need to succeedThe Senior Ecologist will be a self-organised person who is able to work independently as well as part of a team, has a full clean driving licence and is capable of working flexible hours.

The ideal candidate will have experience in habitat condition surveys (in line with UKHabs) and protected species assessments, report writing skills and experience.

CIEEM Associate Level working towards Full Membership / CEnv / CEco is a minimum to join at this level (or in application).A BSc or MSc in a relevant subject, with a minimum of 6 years’ consultancy experience.An associate or full member of CIEEM.

Holding protected species survey licences together with experience of the protected species licensing process would be advantageous.Strong field experience with ambitions to develop others in your technical skills.Fully conversant with the framework of legislation and guidance within the UK with strong skills in habitat surveys and/or ECoW.Robust project management skills with the ability to plan and deliver works in line with budgets and programme deadlines.Excellent report writing skills and attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to advise clients.Health and Safety awareness, especially safe working practices and risk assessment related to ecology fieldwork.Full current driving licence. xsabvtc What you'll get in returnCompetitive Salary
- 55k
- 65k DOEPension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell daysProfessional fees reimbursedFlexible workingEmployee referral schemeWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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