Origin Environmental
Ecologists
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Consultant Ecologists
Locations
- Daresbury
- Clitheroe
- Southeast England
About Us
At Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental teams support a diverse range of clients and projects—from land management and development to restoration and conservation. Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose-driven community where this collective expertise enables us to deliver high-quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland.
About Bowland
Established in 2005, Bowland Ecology is a UK-wide professional ecological practice, employing a large team of highly qualified professional ecologists with a range of specialisms. The company has a wealth of experience of major projects across a wide range of sectors. We have long-standing relationships with a range of clients and are retained on several private and public sector frameworks. We have a proven track record of successfully resolving complex ecological issues on a wide range of projects.
We deliver high-quality work and focus on developing our staff and expertise through training, collaboration, research, and innovation. We are proud of our CIEEM Registered Practice Status and our ecologists are bound by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management’s (CIEEM) code of professional conduct.
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The Role
Due to continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate, skilled consultant ecologists to help shape the future of our work.
- Managing own projects (including fee proposals and client liaison) and assist with the management of other projects as required
- Planning, coordinating, and undertaking habitat and protected species surveys
- Producing technical reports
- Designing ecological mitigation schemes
- Supervising junior staff
- Contributing business development
- Developing your skills and career
Key Requirements
- A relevant degree
- CIEEM membership (or equivalent)
- Have a minimum of 3 years in practice experience
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills
- A proactive, hands-on approach
- Ability to work independently
- Clear, concise report writing
- Full UK driving license
- Genuine enthusiasm for wildlife
Also Welcomed
- Level 3 FISC or above
- Experience preparing quotes, bids, and project management documentation
Why Work for Us?
- A genuinely supportive team: Work with friendly, collaborative, experienced ecologists across aquatic, terrestrial, botanical, and zoological disciplines.
- Projects that matter: We strive to work in areas that drive nature recovery, support sustainable development, and strengthen environmental resilience.
- A consultancy with a reputation: We’re award-winning, respected, and known for delivering high-quality ecological work.
- We offer a competitive and supportive rewards package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. This includes Life Assurance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and paid professional memberships such as CIEEM. We’re committed to continuous development, offering a blend of internal and external training opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
- As part of our inclusive culture, you’ll have the opportunity to join our monthly Neurodiversity Café, take part in community action days, and benefit from our family-friendly policies, including enhanced family leave options. While we value time spent together in our offices to collaborate and stay connected, most roles offer hybrid working and open conversations around flexibility.
- You’ll also enjoy 25 days’ holiday, regular performance and development reviews, and the chance to collaborate across the wider Origin Group, especially within our growing family of Environmental businesses.
- We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can grow, contribute, and feel valued.
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