Your new company
An independent ecological consultancy based in Bristol is looking to appoint an Ecology Co-Ordinator to join its growing team. With involvement across a diverse range of projects, from residential developments and infrastructure schemes through to nationally significant projects within the energy, water and nuclear sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your consultancy career within a well-established and highly respected business.The team works on projects ranging from individual homeowner developments through to major infrastructure projects, including work associated with water pipelines, reservoirs and large-scale energy developments. Despite its strong reputation and varied project portfolio, the consultancy maintains a close-knit and supportive culture where every team member has the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
Your new role
As Ecology Co-Ordinator, you will play a central role in supporting the delivery of ecological projects and surveys across the business. Acting as a key point of coordination between ecologists, subcontractors and project teams, you will help ensure projects are planned, resourced and delivered efficiently. This role offers a unique alternative to a traditional consultancy pathway, allowing you to remain closely involved in ecology while taking on a more desk based, operational position.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Scheduling surveys and coordinating fieldwork programmes
- Managing ecologist and subcontractor availability
- Supporting project planning and resource allocation
- Coordinating equipment, licences and survey logistics
- Maintaining ecological datasets, records and project information
- Assisting with project administration and reporting processes
- Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery
- Providing operational support to senior ecologists and project managers
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
- Previous experience within an ecology consultancy or environmental consultancy environment
- Good understanding of ecological survey work and consultancy processes
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong attention to detail and administrative capability
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and project management systems
- Experience coordinating projects, resources or field teams would be highly advantageous
What you'll get in return
- Salary of £30,000 - £40,000 (Depending on level of experience)
- Desk based role with possibility for fully remote working
- Opportunity to move into a key operational role within a respected ecological consultancy
- Work closely alongside experienced ecologists and technical specialists
- Varied and engaging workload with responsibility and autonomy
- Exposure to a wide range of ecological and infrastructure projects
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Excellent opportunities for long-term career development
- Competitive salary tailored to experience and capability
- Bristol office-based role within a growing and successful consultancy
- Join a consultancy that actively contributes to ecological and bat research, helping to shape industry best practice
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