Bennett and Game are currently looking for a Senior / Principal Ecologist on behalf of a leading Manchester based environmental consultancy delivering ecology, arboriculture, and green infrastructure services across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and education projects.

This role will suit an experienced consultant with strong technical knowledge, proven field expertise, and a confident approach to project and team leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full ecology workstream across a varied portfolio, from protected species surveys through to licence applications, client delivery, and mentoring junior staff.

With a supportive, multi-disciplinary structure and a focus on sustainable, deliverable solutions, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a leadership role while staying hands-on with ecology delivery.

Senior / Principal Ecologist Position Overview

Lead and manage multiple ecology projects from inception through to final delivery Conduct site-based habitat and protected species surveys, with particular emphasis on bats, GCN, and Phase 1/UKHab Take ownership of technical report writing, EcIA delivery, EPS licensing, and biodiversity net gain assessments Mentor and support junior ecologists, offering guidance, technical checks, and development planning Act as point of contact for clients, consultants, and planning authorities Oversee health and safety compli...