Principal Ecologist

This role leads and coordinates ecology, biodiversity, and statutory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) services across projects, acting as the technical authority to ensure compliance with planning, legal, and client requirements. The position involves overseeing ecology data, providing technical assurance for outputs, and driving digital innovation to integrate nature-based metrics into design and sustainability outcomes. It also includes managing and mentoring ecology team members, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of biodiversity measures on site.