Principal Consultant – Ecology

With the recent integration of EnviroCentre into Cura Terrae, our Land & Nature business builds on more than 30 years of ecological and environmental consultancy expertise. Together, we offer the reassurance of established technical excellence alongside the wider resources and multidisciplinary capabilities of the Cura Terrae group.

We’re looking for an experienced Principal Ecological Consultant to join our Ecology team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong ecologist who enjoys leading projects, mentoring colleagues, and building lasting client relationships whilst contributing to the growth of a thriving environmental consultancy.

The role

• Lead and manage ecological projects from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery to programme, budget and quality standards.
• Provide technical leadership and expert ecological advice across a range of projects and sectors.
• Oversee ecological surveys, assessments, mitigation strategies and monitoring programmes.
• Prepare, review and sign off high-quality technical reports and client deliverables.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, providing technical guidance and support.
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development activities, proposals and tender submissions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated environmental solutions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, guidance, industry standards and company procedures.
• Support innovation and continuous improvement across ecological service delivery.

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biological Sciences or a related discipline.
• Full membership of CIEEM and ideally be working towards Chartered status.
• Significant experience delivering and managing ecological consultancy projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of ecological legislation, policy and best practice.
• Experience preparing and reviewing PEAs, EcIAs, Species Protection Plans and Habitats Regulations Assessments.
• Understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements and delivery.
• Experience using QGIS and/or ArcGIS Pro.
• Excellent communication, report-writing and client-facing skills.
• Experience mentoring or managing ecological professionals.
• A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working
• Career development, mentoring and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.
• Access to a wide range of projects across multiple sectors.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, nature-positive projects.

Cura Terrae is a Great Place to Work® certified organisation. We value teamwork, professionalism, and inclusivity, and we’re committed to supporting our people’s development, health, and wellbeing.

We actively support the development of our people and provide opportunities to grow across a diverse range of environmental disciplines.

Apply Today

If you think you’d be a good match, even if you don’t meet every requirement — we’d love to hear from you.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have any questions, reach out to the Recruitment Team at [email protected]

Strictly no agencies

We do not accept CVs from third parties/agencies, and any applications received will be treated as the property of Cura Terrae. We will not be liable for any fees related to unsolicited CVs received.