Senior EcologistSalary: 30,000 - 40,000 DOELocation: UK-based (hybrid working available)Our client is an ambitious and well-regarded environmental consultancy delivering ecology, sustainability and environmental planning services to some of the UK''s most interesting development and infrastructure projects. With continued growth across their ecology team, they are now looking for a Senior Ecologist who wants more than just another consultancy role.This position offers the chance to step into a trusted technical and project-leading role, where your expertise will directly influence project outcomes and the direction of the ecology team.Why this role stands outYou won''t just be running surveys and writing reports. You''ll be working alongside planners, engineers and environmental specialists to shape developments in a way that genuinely benefits biodiversity. You''ll have the freedom to bring your ideas to the table, improve processes and help mentor the next generation of ecologists.What you''ll be doingTaking ownership of ecological projects from initial survey through to final deliveryLeading habitat and protected species surveys across a wide variety of sitesProducing and reviewing technical reports, including PEAs and EcIAsAdvising clients and project teams on ecological risk, constraints and opportunitiesSupporting and guiding junior staff in the field and in the officeWhat our client is looking forA degree in Ecology or a closely related subjectSolid experience in ecolo