Principal / Associate Ecologist

Reference: 4764631Job ID: 5370061Posted: 2026-07-29Closing date: 2026-10-26Location: BristolSalary: 45,000 - 60,000 (DoE) (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / EnvironmentCompany: HaysConsultant: Joshua BollardHays office: Leicester — 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton SquarePhone: 0116 253 8097Email: josh.bollard@hays.comYour new companyThis company is a leading environmental consultancy firm that provides a wide range of services to support sustainable development. They specialise in offering environmental advice and strategy, embedded design and environmental masterplanning, as well as survey and assessment services.They operate across several sectors, including air quality, noise, ecology, environmental policy, and economics. They work with both public and private sector clients, delivering high-quality environmental and design consultancy services. Their team of over 100 environmental experts ensures that environmental objectives are integrated into the heart of project designs, promoting sustainable and resilient development. They are doing some excellent work on a range of renewables projects across the UK currently!I have been to meet them in person at their London and Bristol offices so I can personally say that their culture and work atmosphere is incredible, definitely a fantastic consultancy to work for. Your new roleWork as part of an established and successful Ecology team. You will have the opportunity to lead on projects and be involved across the whole lifestyle from conception through to completion. You will be working in Bristol on office days however, you will have the chance to work from home and perform site visits across the UK.Main duties could include...Leading surveys and guiding teams that will perform a range of ecological surveysManage ecological projectsTechnical report writing and support on EcIAsHelp to prepare fee proposalsMentor junior members of staffBusiness development and client liaisingWhat you'll need to succeedProven experience in an ecological consultancy (in a UK setting)Experience with ecological project delivery including field workExcellent written and verbal communication skillsUnderstanding of relevant UK environmental legislationUnderstanding of BNGExperience in mentoring staffUK driving licenseBotanical skills (preferred)Protected species licenses (preferred)What you'll get in return45,000 - 60,000 (more depending on experience)The chance to work on some unique and rewarding projects, including renewablesAnnual pay reviewsMedical coverExcellent training and developmentExcellent team cultureEnhanced pension schemeDeath in service coverWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4764631 - Joshua Bollard