McCarthy Recruitment
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Ecologist
Job Title: Ecologist
Location: Birchwood, Warrington Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Help shape the future of land restoration, regeneration, and sustainable development. We’re seeking an experienced Ecologist to join a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy working across planning, quarry restoration, land regeneration, and development projects.
This job isn’t a traditional ecology consultancy role. You’ll be involved from the outset, identifying ecological constraints, influencing planning decisions, and crafting practical, commercially viable solutions that balance environmental objectives with successful project delivery.
Collaborating closely with planning, engineering, and operational teams, you’ll conduct preliminary assessments, assess ecological risks, and determine when specialist surveys are needed. You’ll also coordinate external consultants, ensuring their recommendations align with commercial viability and project goals.
Echoing in biodiversity strategy, you’ll support Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), providing technical expertise on habitat creation, enhancement, and long-term management plans for diverse projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), habitat surveys, and ecological site assessments
- Identify ecological constraints and opportunities in planning, restoration, and development projects
- Provide practical, compliant ecological advice to support project delivery
- Determine when specialist surveys or technical input is required
- Manage and coordinate external ecological consultants to ensure recommendations are proportionate and commercially sensible
- Review ecological reports and checks to meet project requirements
- Support planning applications through ecological consultancy
- Contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), including:
- Habitat creation/enhancement strategies
- Long-term monitoring and management planning
- Biodiversity Metric implementation
- Develop strong relationships across planners, engineers, project managers, regulators, and ecologists
- Conduct site visits at active quarry, restoration, and development projects
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Key Requirements
Essential:
- Proven experience in Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and habitat surveys
- Deep understanding of UK habitats, protected species legislation, and the planning system
- Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and Biodiversity Metric frameworks
- Relevant experience in planning and development projects
- Ability to coordinate external consultants and guide ecological surveys
- Strength in communication, reporting, and professional stakeholder engagement
- Full UK driving licence
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Desirable:
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams in a consultancy setting
- Experience with regulation processes (e.g., environmental permits)
- Familiarity with economic appraisals and their ecological implications
Why Apply?
This role offers a unique opportunity for an ecologist to:
- Work on bold, technically engaging projects
- Influence projects from inception to delivery
- Collaborate on environmental solutions that drive sustainable growth
- Operate in a growing consultancy with dynamic project portfolios
Additional Notes
We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment. Applications are welcomed from all candidates regardless of background.
For questions, please contact McCarthy Recruitment.
🔗 Apply here: mccarthyrecruitment.com/job/ ✉ For equality considerations or questions, please reach out via McCarthy Recruitment’s website.
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