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Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Senior Ecologist (Project Manager)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd, Southampton, Massachusetts, us, 01073


Senior Ecologist (Project Management Experience)Salary: £33,000 – £42,000Hampshire

We are currently seeking a

Senior Ecologist

to join a leading ecological consultancy based in the beautiful rural Hampshire area. You’ll be supported in advancing your career while taking on significant responsibility and shaping the future of diverse ecological projects.

As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead a team of skilled ecologists, providing expert advice, managing projects, and ensuring the successful implementation of survey and mitigation strategies across a wide variety of projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys mentoring junior staff, managing complex ecological projects, and is passionate about achieving conservation and development goals.

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Private GP appointments for employees and their family

Significant training and professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program for mental health and life support

Enhanced pay for evening bat surveys (time and a half)

Flexible working hours and home working options

Company-provided laptop and phone

Paid CIEEM membership and licence fees

Relaxed, rural office environment with free parking and gardens

Regular social events and charity days

Overtime pay/TOIL

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Additional leave for birthdays and long service milestones

Senior Ecologist Requirements:

Degree in Ecology or a related field

Extensive experience conducting protected species and habitat surveys

Proven leadership and project management experience, particularly in managing large and complex projects

Strong knowledge of UK and European ecological legislation

Excellent report writing skills, including PEA, EIA, and BNG reports

Protected Species Licence(s)

Proficiency with QGIS and other ecological software

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK

CIEEM Membership

Ready to take the next step in your ecological career? We’d love to hear from you! Send your CV to Joe at Joseph.Lane@penguinrecruitment.co.uk or call 01792 963076 to discuss further. Explore more ecology opportunities on our website. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this permanent role.

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