Principal Ecologist
Hunter Dunning Limited • York, North Yorkshire • Posted July 17, 2026
Position Overview
Principal Ecologist
Location
York, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham or Edinburgh
Salary
£55,000 - £70,000
Employment Type
Permanent, full-time or part-time
Job Overview
A permanent opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological commissions across energy infrastructure and residential development projects. Based from one of several regional offices with hybrid working and travel across northern England, the position suits an experienced ecological consultant with strong technical, project management and mentoring capabilities.
Role & Responsibilities
Lead ecological commissions from inception through completion
Manage EcIA, HRA and BNG projects
Review reports and maintain technical quality
Mentor ecologists and support consistent standards
Manage clients, budgets, resources and programmes
You will contribute to bids and tenders, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and represent the p...
Location
York, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham or Edinburgh
Salary
£55,000 - £70,000
Employment Type
Permanent, full-time or part-time
Job Overview
A permanent opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological commissions across energy infrastructure and residential development projects. Based from one of several regional offices with hybrid working and travel across northern England, the position suits an experienced ecological consultant with strong technical, project management and mentoring capabilities.
Role & Responsibilities
Lead ecological commissions from inception through completion
Manage EcIA, HRA and BNG projects
Review reports and maintain technical quality
Mentor ecologists and support consistent standards
Manage clients, budgets, resources and programmes
You will contribute to bids and tenders, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and represent the p...