Overview

Prime Environment, an independent ecology consultancy with bases in Derby and North Hertfordshire, are recruiting a Principal Ecologist to lead the delivery of our services in the South East.

Working with the directors and the existing senior ecologist, you will develop and grow our team in the region. You will be responsible for the technical output of the office. You will undertake surveys, manage projects and client relationships, support your staff and report KPIs to the directors. You will be expected to contribute creative ideas and innovation to improve the quality of our technical output, the efficiency of our work and the wellbeing of our staff.

You will have extensive experience in consultancy, good technical skills (surveying, concise technical writing, tendering, communication) and a wealth of experience in EIA, planning applications, licencing and mitigation.  You will also have experience of managing a team and developing and mentoring staff.  You will be a highly motivated individual, able to inspire colleagues in a hard-working and supportive environment where collaboration is encouraged and where having happy staff is seen as a sign of success.

To find out more about this position, please contact our retained consultant Paul Gosling from Porter Gosling Ltd on 01202 880 987 or email your CV to paul@portergosling.com

About Prime Environment

Prime Environment provides ecological and arboricultural surveys to inform planning, design and management of urban and rural spaces.

We are at the forefront of ecological consulting and have a reputation for being proactive in seeking ecological solutions and for the provision of professional, clear and concise advice.

We work in line with the aims of our clients and help them achieve their ambitions.