Are you an experienced ecologist passionate about driving positive environmental change? Join a dynamic and growing consultancy, who specialise in delivering innovative solutions for renewable energy projects across the UK.
Vivid Resourcing are pleased to be working with a forward-thinking multidisciplinary consultancy at the forefront of the renewable energy sector. With a mission is to balance development with environmental sustainability, offering services across ecology, planning, environmental assessment, and more.
What You Will Be Doing
* Leading ecological services on key infrastructure and renewable energy projects, including managing project schedules, budgets, and resources.
* Driving business development and expanding the ecology department, including team recruitment and development.
* Overseeing work inquiries, preparing bids, and cultivating client relationships.
* Collaborating closely with multi-disciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders.
* Planning, coordinating, and conducting field surveys, analyzing results, and applying methodologies like biodiversity net gain or natural capital assessments.
* Designing and coordinating ecological mitigation strategies.
* Writing and reviewing a range of ecological reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Appropriate Assessments & Natura Impact Statements, Biodiversity Management Plans, Net Gain Reports, Species Survey Reports, and Management Plans.
About You
Ideally, you would possess the following qualifications and memberships:
* Membership with the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
* A minimum of 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
* A degree in ecology or a related field.
* Proven expertise and in-depth knowledge of ecology.
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to generate new business opportunities.
* Experience conducting a wide variety of species surveys and preparing comprehensive ecological reports.
* A valid, clean UK/Ireland driving license.
Personal Qualities
* Dynamic and adaptable with a proactive mindset.
* Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with the confidence to engage with clients, colleagues, and senior management.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively.
* High level of personal integrity, aligned with the company’s values.
* Flexible, able to multi-task, prioritize effectively, and manage changing demands.
* Positive attitude, approachable demeanor, and strong team player with the drive to achieve both individual and organizational goals.
The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in an interview or upon application.
This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application.
To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Joe Senior on 0161 470 5506 or email joe.senior@vividresourcing.com.