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Ecologist Lead

United Kingdom, Milton Keynes 44000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted February 19, 2026
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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
  • Access to a fleet of brand-new company cars
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