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Principal Ecologist

Jackson Hogg Ltd

Posted 8 days ago, valid for 11 days

Durham, Durham DH14EQ, England

£55,000 - £66,000 per annum

Full Time

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The Principal Ecologist position is available in Durham or Kent with a growing multi-disciplinary firm offering UK-wide projects and flexible remote/hybrid working options.
Candidates should have significant experience in ecological assessments and hold a UK/EPSM licence as a named ecologist, with a preference for Class 2 Bat and Great Crested Newt licences.
Key responsibilities include conducting Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, managing client relationships, leading a team, and overseeing ecological surveys and report reviews.
The role emphasizes strong leadership, project management, and communication skills, along with CIEEM membership and proficiency in ArcGIS.
The company offers a competitive salary, opportunities for career progression, and a positive work culture focused on employee well-being, with a requirement of at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Principal Ecologist (Durham or Kent)

An interesting opportunity to join agrowing multi-disciplinary firm with UK-wide projects, offering flexible remote/hybrid working options.This position will suit an experienced Principal looking for a new challenge keen to work onsmall developments to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPS).

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments
Manage client relationships, projects, and ecological surveys
Lead a team
Ensure high-quality report reviews (PEAs, EIAs, Method Statements)
Oversee mitigation plans for protected species (e.g., bats, great crested newts)

Requirements:

Experience with ecological assessments (Habitat Regulations Assessment, ES Chapters, Ecological Impact Assessments and Preliminary Ecological Appraisals)
UK/EPSM licence as named ecologist (Class 2 Bat andGreat Crested Newt licence desirable)
Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills
CIEEM membership and proficiency in ArcGIS

A few things that set this opportunity apart:

Flexibility:Enjoy the balance of home-working and fieldwork.
Variety of Projects:Work on diverse and interesting ecological projects.
Career Progression:The company supports your professional growth with clear progression pathways.
Positive Work Culture:A friendly, collaborative environment with a focus on employee well-being.

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