Senior Ecologist – Scotland

Bowland Ecology is a well-established and thriving ecological consultancy. Due to continued growth, we are seeking to appoint a Senior Ecologist to our friendly and supportive team. The role will be based at our modern offices in central Glasgow with the option to also work from home. The successful candidate must have the flexibility to travel throughout Scotland as required. We pride ourselves on offering solutions and robust ecological advice based upon best practice and continual learning and development while ensuring that staff wellbeing underpins all that we do. You can expect: Competitive salary (£30,000 plus) The chance to work on a wide variety of interesting and challenging projects including large scale infrastructure, brownfield sites, minerals projects and work commissioned by Government Agencies including projects that have won industry awards Payment of CIEEM membership fees Ongoing support via a bespoke training programme Flexible working and work from home options Additional Annual Leave added for every year worked up to 30 days. Scope of role: Manage own projects (including tenders/fee proposals and client liaison) Plan, coordinate and undertake habitat and protected species surveys Production of ecology reports, desk studies and plans, and data input, management and analysis Design and implementation of simple ecological mitigation schemes Pre-works inspections and site supervision of ecological/environmental mitigation (ECoW/EnvCoW) Supervision of junior staff Contribution to development of the business Successful Candidates will have: Membership of CIEEM or equivalent Technical expertise in ecology including habitat surveying A good working knowledge of the Scottish regulatory framework for wildlife/protected species issues Excellent communication, team working project and time management skills ‘Hands on’ approach, initiative and self-motivation Ability to work without direct supervision Ability to write clear and concise reports Current and full driving licence Enthusiasm, confidence and a passion for Ecology Experience of working within an Ecological Consultancy We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those under-represented within Ecology, including people from Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic Backgrounds and people with disabilities. SENIOR ECOLOGIST JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Managing Ecological Projects Undertaking full range of ecological surveys/project work Line management of Ecologists, Assistant Ecologists or Graduate Ecologists Preparing Fee Quotes and Tenders Contributing to development of business Undertaking ECoW Producing RAMS Proof reading reports for colleagues Preparing plans Liaising with clients and other professionals Working within Bowland Ecology’s Quality and Environmental Management Systems KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE A strong undergraduate degree in Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Biology, Environmental Science (with an Ecology focus) or similar/equivalent (E) At least 3 years post graduate experience of working in a professional ecological consultancy including management of projects(E) Membership of CIEEM or working towards (E) Good working knowledge of MS Office and QGIS (E) Ability to produce high quality technical reports with an eye for detail. Experience in drafting and critically reviewing ecological reports including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact assessments, Mitigation Enhancement plans and Method Statements (E) Up to date with legislative, technological and other industry developments (E) Experience of delivering Biodiversity Net Gain (D) Experience of working closely with regulatory authorities and various stakeholders (D) Experience of producing quotes and contributing to tender applications (D) SKILLS In addition to the knowledge and experience above, we require you to demonstrate a range of soft skills as listed below: Proactive approach and ability to work without direct supervision Analytical and creative thinking to find solutions Collaborative approach to problem solving and strong team working ethic Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to respond flexibly to last minute client requests/project changes Ability to mentor and manage junior staff Excellent interpersonal skills and positive approach with colleagues and clients Proactive approach to continuing professional development and to Bowland Ecology’s culture of continuous improvement

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