Senior Ecologist
Penguin Recruitment • Brighton, East Sussex • Posted June 27, 2026
Position Overview
A well-established environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join its friendly and growing ecology team. With a reputation for technical excellence, pragmatic advice, and a people-focused culture, the company delivers innovative environmental solutions to clients across development, infrastructure, and regeneration sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading ecological surveys and assessments, managing a range of exciting projects, and supporting junior team members - all while contributing to biodiversity enhancement and sustainable development across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, manage and deliver a variety of ecological field surveys, assessments, and mitigation strategies.
Prepare high-quality technical reports, EcIA chapters, and biodiversity net gain assessments.
Provide expert ecological advice to clients, project managers, and planning teams.
Mentor and support junior ecologists and field staff.
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Key Responsibilities
Plan, manage and deliver a variety of ecological field surveys, assessments, and mitigation strategies.
Prepare high-quality technical reports, EcIA chapters, and biodiversity net gain assessments.
Provide expert ecological advice to clients, project managers, and planning teams.
Mentor and support junior ecologists and field staff.
...