Senior/Principal Ecological Consultant (Ornithology)
Company
Location
Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted At
8/11/2025
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Description
The Vacancy
Senior/Principal Ecological Consultant (Ornithology)
Location: Scotland, UK
The Vacancy
Are you an experienced Ecologist with a background in Ornithology, looking to take that next step in your career, or a new and exciting challenge?
Do you want to be a part of a collaborative organisation that provides outstanding consultancy and contracting support through its professional, timely and cost-efficient services?
Well then look no further...
Here at RSK Biocensus part of RSK Group we are recruiting for someone with a strong passion for Ornithology to join our growing UK ecology team as our new Senior or Principal Consultant.
You will have the opportunity to get involved with management and delivery of all elements of ornithological field surveys, assessment, tender and report writing and project management. You will also Co-ordinate and undertake a broad range of BBS, winter bird surveys, species specific surveys, offshore surveys and vantage point surveys.
Key Responsibilities
You will be technically competent and able to undertake the full range of bird surveys, whilst having the ability to work independently and part of a wider team.
Enthusiasm, energy and drive to develop skills and deliver projects to the highest standard, along with excellent report writing skills, including survey reports, EcIAs, HRAs and tenders would be key to being successful within n this role.
Qualifications & Experience:
Along with a competitive salary of between £33,500 and £56,000 depending on experience, you will enjoy a wide range of company benefits including:
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
#Ecology #Consultancy #Wildlife #Habitats #Surveys #Ornithology
RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
Biocensus offers leading consultancy and contracting services in the ecological sector. Our interdisciplinary teams have operated on and contributed to dozens of specialised and multimillion-pound projects across the UK. Our refined service offering oversees a complete range of ecological services, including advising on purchasing land, undertaking surveys and environmental impact assessments and post-consent licensing and monitoring.
As a market-leading ecological consultancy, we rely on our expert and multi-disciplinary teams of more than 150 in-house staff, supported by a nationwide network of more than 700 quality-assured consultant ecologists. We have the scale and capabilities to progress large-scale projects and the range of expert skills for the most complex or sensitive programmes. We work with our clients to make their developments suitable for first-hand users and the surrounding wildlife. RSK Biocensus teams identify environmental risks and seek opportunities to enhance developments. We will not identify and highlight a problem without offering a corresponding solution.
RSK Biocensus is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
Senior/Principal Ecological Consultant (Ornithology)
Location: Scotland, UK
The Vacancy
Are you an experienced Ecologist with a background in Ornithology, looking to take that next step in your career, or a new and exciting challenge?
Do you want to be a part of a collaborative organisation that provides outstanding consultancy and contracting support through its professional, timely and cost-efficient services?
Well then look no further...
Here at RSK Biocensus part of RSK Group we are recruiting for someone with a strong passion for Ornithology to join our growing UK ecology team as our new Senior or Principal Consultant.
You will have the opportunity to get involved with management and delivery of all elements of ornithological field surveys, assessment, tender and report writing and project management. You will also Co-ordinate and undertake a broad range of BBS, winter bird surveys, species specific surveys, offshore surveys and vantage point surveys.
Key Responsibilities
- Designing and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Financial management of projects.
- Producing a variety of tenders and reports.
- Project management, report writing and delivery of projects.
- Providing ornithological support on projects for the wider team.
- Managing and mentoring junior members of the team.
You will be technically competent and able to undertake the full range of bird surveys, whilst having the ability to work independently and part of a wider team.
Enthusiasm, energy and drive to develop skills and deliver projects to the highest standard, along with excellent report writing skills, including survey reports, EcIAs, HRAs and tenders would be key to being successful within n this role.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Has previous, relevant experience in a similar role, ideally working in commercial consultancy, although this is not a necessity.
- Appropriate membership of CIEEM (dependent on grade, or to have eligibility if not currently held).
- A full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle is required for this role.
Along with a competitive salary of between £33,500 and £56,000 depending on experience, you will enjoy a wide range of company benefits including:
- Company paid life assurance
- Contributed pension scheme
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Regular career training and development
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
#Ecology #Consultancy #Wildlife #Habitats #Surveys #Ornithology
RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
Biocensus offers leading consultancy and contracting services in the ecological sector. Our interdisciplinary teams have operated on and contributed to dozens of specialised and multimillion-pound projects across the UK. Our refined service offering oversees a complete range of ecological services, including advising on purchasing land, undertaking surveys and environmental impact assessments and post-consent licensing and monitoring.
As a market-leading ecological consultancy, we rely on our expert and multi-disciplinary teams of more than 150 in-house staff, supported by a nationwide network of more than 700 quality-assured consultant ecologists. We have the scale and capabilities to progress large-scale projects and the range of expert skills for the most complex or sensitive programmes. We work with our clients to make their developments suitable for first-hand users and the surrounding wildlife. RSK Biocensus teams identify environmental risks and seek opportunities to enhance developments. We will not identify and highlight a problem without offering a corresponding solution.
RSK Biocensus is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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