Principal Ecologist
50,000 - 65,000 + Company Car + benefits
Home-based with weekly travel to offices and sites across the South East and South West
Are you ready to help shape an in-house ecology team that protects habitats and supports vital infrastructure delivery?
We are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join a leading UK principal contractor, turning over in excess of 2bn. This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading infrastructure businesses and play a key role in delivering ecological support across major infrastructure projects. The team is expanding significantly, offering excellent long term career progression and exposure to a diverse range of projects, habitats and protected species work.
This is a hybrid role, with offices based across Oxfordshire, Beaconsfield, Bristol, Exeter, Cambridge, Suffolk, Ipswich, Luton or Winchester.
Key responsibilities of the Principal Ecologist:
- Lead and support habitat and species surveys, ensuring ecological requirements are met
- Manage ECoW requirements, impact assessments, licensing and mitigation activities
- Contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) delivery, including BNG condition assessment
- Engage confidently with project teams to coordinate priorities and expectations
The successful Principal Ecologist will have:
- Experience in field surveys and reporting, including UK Habitat Classification assessment, BNG condition assessment and protected species surveys
- Sound knowledge of ecological principles, legislation, policy and guidance
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities effectively
- Valid UK driving licence, with willingness to travel and stay away from home for short periods when required
If you're looking to join a supportive, values-driven team and make a tangible difference to biodiversity outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Reference - AL 4754
Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
Principal Ecologist in England employer: ISEP
Join a leading organisation in the UK infrastructure sector as a Principal Environmental Consultant, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable projects that make a real difference. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will benefit from a collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth. Located in the picturesque Home Counties, enjoy a competitive salary, company car, and a range of benefits while working on impactful environmental initiatives alongside a dedicated team of professionals.
