Principal Ecologist

SLR Consulting

. Design, manage and deliver ecological and habitat restoration surveys .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeGlasgow • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ecological and habitat restoration surveys, with a strong focus on project management, technical report preparation, and compliance with environmental regulations. Proven ability to mentor and manage teams while developing client relationships and delivering high-quality ecological assessments.

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Habitat Survey ExperienceEcological Impact AssessmentsNational Vegetation Classification (NVC)Project ManagementPeople Management

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Hard Skills

Ecological AssessmentsHabitats Regulations AssessmentsBiodiversity Net Gain (BNG)UKHab SurveyTechnical Report PreparationEnvironmental Planning SystemSurvey AnalysisMentoringProject CoordinationTender Submission

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTeam LeadershipCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Higher Degree in Ecology

Industry Keywords

European Birds DirectiveEuropean Habitats DirectiveUpland Habitat TypesEcologyBiodiversity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, manage and deliver ecological and habitat restoration surveys
Undertake and oversee specialist habitat survey, analysis and reporting, including National Vegetation Classification (NVC) and UKHab
Support Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) work and develop this service area
Project manage and coordinate ecology and peat projects
Ensure work is delivered to a high technical standard, on time and within agreed budgets
Prepare and review Ecological Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and other technical reports
Prepare and coordinate tender and proposal submissions
Develop relationships with clients, regulators and statutory advisers
Provide line management, technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues
Support development of ecology capability in Scotland and the wider Ecology & Biodiversity team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience of undertaking habitat surveys across a variety of upland habitat types
Experience and understanding of the environmental planning system, including the preparation and delivery of ecological impact assessments
Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the European Birds and Habitats Directives and assessment methods relating to European designated sites
Experience in NVC and/or UKHab survey and assessment
Proven people management and mentoring skills
Comprehensive project management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities across a diverse workload
Ability to prepare and review high-quality technical reports and deliver work to clients on time and to budget
A higher degree in ecology or a related subject, or an equivalent level of relevant professional experience
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, regulators and statutory advisers
Experienced ecologist

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Life, income, and travel insurance
Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle-to-work schemes
Flexible, hybrid and agile working
25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
Buy or sell leave options
Core working hours
Cross-border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay
Workplace Nursery benefit
Volunteering and Community Giving
Employee Assistance Programme
Specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause
Structured career framework
Regular performance reviews
Support towards chartership, professional qualifications and licences
Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks
Adjustments during the recruitment process