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Brindle & Green are seeking a suitably experienced Senior/Principal Ecologist to lead the operation and development of our new office in Milton Keynes. This is an exciting foundation and leadership role in this new location for the company. Supported by an administration function at the MK office, wider support remains centralised in Derby – although advanced systems enable the coordination of those Finance, HR and H&S functions to be just as accessible in MK. This is the perfect blend of autonomy with support and will appeal to forward thinking leadership professionals.
Job Responsibility:
Assist Head of Department with strategic functioning of the Ecology Department, including attendance at Senior Ecology meetings
Attend Middle Management Meetings with input into the wider Company direction with the Company’s MD
Lead and develop a small team of consultants within the wider Ecology Department – this includes workflow management, timesheet management, and monitoring of deadlines
Provide higher technical support to the Department
Lead and deliver complex ecological reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments
Manage strategic ecological input on a range of projects, including multi-disciplinary schemes alongside our inhouse team of Landscape Architects, Arboricultural, Drainage and Heritage consultants
Conduct independent quoting of work, assist with tendering, and establish and maintain client relationships
Maintain strong working knowledge of UK and European wildlife legislation and planning policy
Liaise with clients, statutory bodies, and stakeholders to ensure high standards of service and compliance
Requirements:
Proven ability in technical report writing, including BNG, HMMPs, condition discharge and mitigation licensing
Demonstrate experience in team management
Demonstrated project management experience, with a focus on client liaison
Associate or Full membership of CIEEM – or working towards this
Strong knowledge of UK ecology, legislation, and planning policy
Nice to have:
At least 5 years professional experience in an ecological consultancy or in a similar field
Staff management experience
Proficiency in GIS or other mapping software
Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to travel for fieldwork as required – with access to a fleet of brand-new company cars provided
What we offer:
A supportive and flexible working environment, including TOIL, extended holiday and Company bank holidays
Unlimited training and CPD opportunities with a strong existing management structure to support career development
A chance to contribute meaningfully to diverse, high-profile projects
Reward package including private healthcare, additional leave, personalised gifts and enhanced pension contributions
A welcoming office in a stunning rural location in the Buckinghamshire countryside