Senior Ecologist

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Ecologist to play a central role in establishing and growing a new ecology team in Milton Keynes. This is a genuine opportunity to help build and shape a regional presence from the ground up.You will be embedded within a genuinely multidisciplinary environment, working closely with ecologists, landscape architects and arboriculturists to deliver integrated, sustainable solutions. Projects are thoughtful, forward-thinking and varied - offering the chance to influence outcomes from early concept through planning and delivery, ensuring tangible benefits for biodiversity, communities and place.Why this opportunity stands outA pivotal leadership role within a newly established and expanding Milton Keynes officeThe autonomy to shape and grow an ecology team your wayEarly involvement in projects, influencing design and strategy from inceptionA collaborative, design-focused culture where ecology is valued and embeddedClear progression opportunities as the office and wider business continue to growA supportive and ambitious leadership team invested in long-term developmentFlexible working and a strong emphasis on work-life balanceCompetitive salary and benefits package reflective of seniority and impactAbout youAn experienced ecologist ready to step into a highly influential positionStrong project management skills with confidence leading surveys, reporting and client liaisonComfortable mentoring junior colleagues and helping shape team growthCommercially aware, with the ability to support business developmentPassionate about delivering high-quality ecological work within an integrated design frameworkMotivated by leadership, responsibility and the excitement of building something newThis role is ideal for someone who wants more than business as usual - someone excited by responsibility, collaboration and the opportunity to shape something from the outset.If the idea of building a team, influencing meaningful projects and growing alongside an ambitious new office appeals to you, this is an opportunity not to miss. #J-18808-Ljbffr