Ecologists, Manchester, Leeds and Glasgow

Waterman Energy, Environment & Design, a leading multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy is looking for senior level ecologists to join their Manchester/Leeds and Glasgow teams.

Candidates will be degree qualified ecologists with at least 5+ years relevant consultancy experience in the UK. Candidates will possess and be able to demonstrate:

• a detailed knowledge of conservation legislation in the UK

• full membership of CIEEM

• experience of coordinating and undertaking ‘Extended’ Phase 1 Habitat Surveys

• experience of coordinating and undertaking protected species and habitat surveys (the ability to undertake summer and winter bird surveys will be an advantage)

• hold at least one class survey licence for a European protected species (a bat licence will be an advantage) and have held development licences for protected species within the last 3 years

• Excellent report writing skills for Ecological Appraisals, Protected Species Reporting, CfSH and BREEAM Assessments

• a good understanding of the EIA process and have experience in undertaking ES chapters

• the ability to engage in the scheme design process detailing ecological mitigation and enhancement measures

• the ability to work autonomously but also as part of a team, with excellent all round oral and written communication skills,

• Experience in preparing fee proposals and taking part in fee negotiations 

• Experience and track record of working in the commercial arena

• Identifying and maximising opportunities for future work through exemplary reputation, active business development, networking and the nurturing of existing professional relationships.

• The ability to develop strong relationships with clients and key influencers in order to encourage repeat and new business.

• Experience in managing ecology survey teams

• Experience in mentoring and training junior team members

• Excellent financial and project management skills.

• hold a full UK driving licence.

The roles offer excellent career progression opportunities, with intentions to develop and grow regional ecology teams in the north of England and Scotland. You will be working within a multi-disciplinary team which excels in the quality of service it delivers to its clients.  Projects range from large scale urban extensions, regeneration sites, waste and energy portfolios through to smaller residential and commercial projects.

Waterman provide a competitive salary, flexible benefits scheme and a friendly and professional working environment with a strong team spirit.

Waterman is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity.

To apply please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to Hannah Buck at hannah.buck@watermangroup.com and for any initial discussions please call either John Hughes in Manchester on 0161 839 8392 or Ben Steele in Glasgow on 0141 418 1900

Closing date: 20 January 2014