Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist - Manchester

What if your next ecology role gave you more than surveys and reports? This is an opportunity to join a growing environmental consultancy that's helping redefine how nature fits into modern urban life. From large residential schemes to ambitious green infrastructure and commercial developments, you'll play a key role in projects designed to make cities more sustainable, resilient, and biodiversity-led.

They're looking for a Senior Ecologist who wants real influence - someone ready to lead projects, mentor others, and help shape the future direction of an ambitious ecology team.

Why people join - and stay:

Flexible hybrid working that genuinely supports work-life balance 25+ days annual leave + bank holidays + winter shutdown Paid professional memberships and strong CPD support Enhanced parental leave and wellbeing initiatives Clear career progression with mentoring and development pathways Collaborative culture where ecology is valued from day one of a project

You'll take the lead on a broad mix of ecology projects across the residential, commercial, and green infrastructure sectors - managing surveys, delivering technical reports, advising clients, and helping integrate biodiversity into design from the outset.

You'll also support and mentor junior ecologists while building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and p...