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Job Description

Our Manchester based client requires two new people to join their team; both an experienced Ecologist and Biodiversity Consultant

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, managing and delivering ecology projects across a range of challenging and exciting schemes to the highest quality, drawing upon field experience and knowledge of the planning system. A technical focus is required, with excellent delivery experience and strong project management and communication skills. An inspiring approach and the ability to lead and manage staff is required. You will be a key contributor in developing and supporting the growth of the team to achieve business plan targets.

Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to):

Leading a portfolio of interesting and complex ecological projects from initial client liaison through to completion Managing and organising sub consultants and seasonal workforce as required Undertaking field work including surveying habitats and protected species Ecological Clerk of Works activities Writing, overseeing and completing qualty checks of technical reports Mentoring and managing enthusiastic Ecologists by adopting a creative and an inspiring approach Contributing to business development activities including client relationships Maintaining quality and Health and Safety standards Demonstrating efficient and profitable delivery A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a consultant Ecologist A relevant degree Full member of CIEEM or plans to gain *

Excellent knowledge of UK and EC wildlife legislation and policy including experience of practical application of mitigation requirements for protected species

1-2 years’ experience undertaking Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, with a solid understanding of the Biodiversity Metric and all relevant policy A degree-level qualification in ecology or relevant environmental subject

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