Principal Ecologist

An excellent opportunity for an experienced ecologist to step into a senior leadership role, delivering complex and varied projects across multiple sectors. You'll support and mentor a talented team of ecologists, while also building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, design teams, and regulators.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of ecological projects, including EcIAs, HRAs, BNG assessments, ES chapters and management plans.
• Provide expert technical advice to clients and project teams.
• Support and mentor junior and senior colleagues.
• Contribute to business development and client engagement activities.
• Maintain high professional standards while balancing commercial awareness.

What You'll Bring

• Relevant degree in ecology or related subject.
• Proven experience at Senior Ecologist level (or equivalent).
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Excellent technical report writing experience.
• Full membership of CIEEM (Chartered status desirable).
• Commercial acumen and ability to contribute to business growth.
• Full UK driving licence

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
• Healthcare
• Pension
• Annual profit share scheme.
• Flexible working between office, home, and site.
• Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development.
• Supportive, values-driven culture with a collaborative team environment.

Why Apply?

• Work on an exciting and varied portfolio of projects.
• Join a supportive and experienced ecology team.
• Benefit from flexible working and employee-ownership profit sharing.
• Contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes while advancing your career.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.