Ecology Lead

Full Job Description

Are you ready to embark on a journey of innovation and impact? Look no further as we have the ideal role for you. 

Our client is a leading Environmental and Engineering consultancy looking for an an experienced individual to lead the ecology team, developing both team capability and service offering across expanding sectors and client base.

With an exceptional reputation gained over the past 25 years our clients experience ranges from industrial civil and structural projects. Having also recently being acquired into a larger portfolio of businesses the opportunity for growth and development is endless. 

Their dedicated ecology, environmental management, and contaminated land teams play a

crucial role in their commitment to comprehensive and integrated engineering and environmental

solutions. With their roots stemming from projects in Rail, Renewables, & Development.

Whilst in this role general responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Provide a leading role in the day-to-day operation and management of the Ecology team
Pursue and develop new ecology opportunities for IKM, in line with strategic objectives
Prepare fee proposals and manage budgets for Ecology team workload.
Liaise with other Discipline Principals and Associates as necessary to manage multi- disciplinary projects within IKM.
A proven track record in ecology, nature, conservation and biodiversity.
An in-depth knowledge of ecology, legislation, survey techniques, licensing, mitigation.
A proven record of bidding and managing projects.
A proven record of mentoring staff and developing competencies.
An enthusiasm for keeping up to date with best practice and new technologies.
Experience developing service offerings and expanding client base.
The ideal candidate will have; 

Twelve or more years’ experience, preferably in an environmental consultancy.
Coordinate the production of high-quality ecological reports
Manage the health and safety requirements of the Ecology team
Manage ecological subcontractors
Manage key clients.
Develop technical capability of Ecology team
Mentor, motivate and encourage the Ecology team.
Degree in Ecology or a related subject.
Protected Species licences.
A full UK driving licence.
Relevant membership of a professional institution e.g. CIEEM.
Please note for the right candidate location can be discussed in more detail however ideally you will be able to access the offices in Grangemouth or Runcorn. 

To discuss this opportunity in more detail confidentially please contact Lyndsey on (phone number removed)