Principal Consultant-Ecology

About the role

As a Principal Consultant – Ecology, you will lead technical delivery, team growth, and innovation in ecological services, leveraging advanced digital tools and global best practices. Demonstrate expert knowledge and application of UK and European environmental legislation, policy, and best practice guidance.

What you'll do

• Oversee the quality assurance and technical accuracy of project deliverables, ensuring compliance with UK and European standards
• Manage and mentor a team of 8-10 ecology professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture and supporting individual career development
• Take responsibility for securing work, including identifying new opportunities, building relationship and contributing to business growth
• Design, supervise, and review ecological and species surveys, and habitat assessments relevant to UK and European contexts
• Champion digital transformation and innovation within the ecology team

What you need

• 15–20 yrs of experience
• Stakeholder management
• Talent management
• PhD

Good to have

• Biology