Join to apply for the Senior / Principal Ecologist role at ESI Limited, now part of StantecHigh Wycombe, GBRAre you passionate about biodiversity, nature-based solutions and sustainable development? Are you looking for opportunities to work on interesting projects? Do you want to take your career to the next level in ecological consultancy?We seek experienced and enthusiastic Senior / Principal Ecologists to join our growing, award-winning Ecology team, delivering positive biodiversity outcomes and Biodiversity Net Gain for various interesting projects across the UK. Ideal locations are Reading or Bristol, with opportunities for the right candidates in Warrington and Edinburgh. We can, however, be flexible in one of Stantec’s other offices across the UK for the right candidate.Our projects range in scale across strategic and regeneration residential schemes, energy and resources projects, transport and nationally significant infrastructure projects. These roles present a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in ecological consultancy, working at the heart of our multidisciplinary project teams. You will provide valued ecological consultancy advice to our clients, helping to shape outcomes and maximise biodiversity opportunities on development projects. You’ll also consult with external stakeholders, work within the licensing processes and play a key part in large-scale habitat restoration projects. You’ll also influence the conservation and enhancement of habitats and species through preparing well-thought-out management plans.The role is to deliver and oversee ecological mitigation and benefits for various developments, undertake skilled technical reporting, and provide trusted, evidence-based ecological advice to colleagues and clients. Additionally, you’ll manage the delivery of ecological fieldwork surveys by our network of ecologists.We’re a collaborative, supportive, forward-thinking team that values integrity, curiosity, and shared success. You’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to grow, contribute meaningfully, and shape your role to align with your strengths and interests.About YouRelevant degree in Ecology, Conservation, Earth Sciences or a related environmental disciplineFull membership of CIEEM or working towards full membershipStrong working knowledge of UK ecology, legislation and the UK planning systemProven experience within a professional ecological consultancy, with a track record of working on complex ecological projects through planning or deliveryAbility to think creatively and strategically in solving ecological challengesExcellent communication skillsExperience in compiling fee proposals and managing project budgetsFamiliarity of UKHab classification and the BNG Defra Metric and associated reporting requirementsDemonstrable skills and experience in assessments, including PEA, EcIA, HRA and Biodiversity chapters of Environmental StatementsDesirableBroad understanding of terrestrial ecological issuesWorking towards Chartership (CEnv or CEcol)Experience in developing off-site BNG solutions and sourcing Biodiversity UnitsUnderstanding of natural capital and ecosystem servicesOne or more protected species licencesExperience in protected species licencesStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr