Principal Ecologist
CV-LibraryIpswich, SuffolkpermanentPosted: 22 April 2026
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£40,000 - £53,000
Ipswich
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£43,000 - £53,000 salary
Flexible working arrangements
Diverse project workload
Ongoing training and developmentA growing environmental consultancy near Ipswich is looking for a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological delivery across a wide range of development and conservation projects. The business provides integrated ecological and arboricultural services from survey through to mitigation and project completion.
As a Principal Ecologist, you will oversee project delivery, lead field surveys, review technical reports, and provide specialist advice to clients and stakeholders. The Principal Ecologist will also mentor junior staff and ensure all work is delivered to a high professional standard.
Requirements:
Strong UK consultancy ecology experience at Senior/Principal level
Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and reporting
Project management capability
Full UK driving licence
Full right to work in the UK
Based in or near HastingsThis Principal Ecologist position near Ipswich is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Ecologist ready to step into a senior leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
£40,000 - £53,000
Ipswich
Do you like the sound of …
£43,000 - £53,000 salary
Flexible working arrangements
Diverse project workload
Ongoing training and developmentA growing environmental consultancy near Ipswich is looking for a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological delivery across a wide range of development and conservation projects. The business provides integrated ecological and arboricultural services from survey through to mitigation and project completion.
As a Principal Ecologist, you will oversee project delivery, lead field surveys, review technical reports, and provide specialist advice to clients and stakeholders. The Principal Ecologist will also mentor junior staff and ensure all work is delivered to a high professional standard.
Requirements:
Strong UK consultancy ecology experience at Senior/Principal level
Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and reporting
Project management capability
Full UK driving licence
Full right to work in the UK
Based in or near HastingsThis Principal Ecologist position near Ipswich is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Ecologist ready to step into a senior leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position