Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist
Our client, a well-established and forward-thinking ecological consultancy, is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their expanding team based at their head office near Tetbury, in the heart of the beautiful Gloucestershire Cotswolds. Just a short distance from Stroud – recently voted the best place to live in the UK – this is an excellent opportunity to work in an inspiring environment surrounded by nature.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a range of small to medium-scale ecological projects
Produce and review high-quality technical reports
Support client liaison, prepare quotations, and manage project budgets
Plan and allocate resources effectively across multiple projects
Lead complex ecological surveys, supervising both internal and external teams
Contribute to the Ecology Team’s wider vision and objectives
Collaborate closely with the in-house Habitats Team to design and deliver bespoke mitigation and enhancement schemes that provide genuine, lasting benefits for wildlife Essential Skills & Experience
Proven project management experience within ecological consultancy
Strong technical report writing skills
Ability to identify and manage risks and opportunities effectively
Experience in leading, mentoring, and coordinating survey teams
Excellent knowledge of UK and European wildlife legislation and the planning system
Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain effective client and team relationships under pressure
Experience preparing fee proposals and managing project budgets Desirable Skills
A specialist area of ecological expertise (e.g. aquatic ecology, botany, ornithology, invertebrates, or bats)
Holder of one or more protected species survey and/or development licences
Experience using the Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) metric
Proven ability to design and implement effective, innovative mitigation strategies for protected species
Experience writing higher-level technical documents such as Environmental Statement ecology chapters About Our Client Our client has been delivering ecological consultancy services for over 20 years, maintaining steady growth, commercial stability, and an outstanding reputation for excellence. They work across all industry sectors and project scales – from the UK’s largest infrastructure schemes to bespoke conservation-driven projects.
They are rapidly expanding their Biodiversity Net Gain services, building on a strong track record in habitat creation, restoration, and mitigation. A key differentiator is their in-house Habitats contracting team, which works closely with the ecology team to ensure practical, effective, and successful implementation of mitigation and habitat creation schemes on the ground.
The company has a professional yet close-knit team culture, with a focus on collaboration, development, and enjoyment at work. Regular quarterly staff appreciation events and team days help maintain a supportive, positive working environment.
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Hybrid working options
Company vehicles for meetings and site visits
Quarterly staff appreciation events
Community and volunteering initiatives
Continued career development with an annual CPD and training budget
Company pension and sick pay
Private medical insurance
Access to qualified Mental Health First Aiders
Beautiful Cotswolds office location with free on-site parking