Ecologist Permanent Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch Salary: Negotiable depending on experience A fantastic opportunity has arisen with one of the fastest-growing multi-disciplinary surveying practices in the UK. They provide specialist surveying services to architects, planning consultants, utility companies, government agencies, engineers, ecologists, and various other construction-related professionals. Their work spans across architecture planning, retail, commercial and facilities management, infrastructure and highways, and construction and civil engineering sectors. Our client is now seeking a highly motivated experienced Ecologist to establish and lead their new Ecology Department and expand for the future. This pivotal role offers the autonomy to design processes, manage workloads, and develop a team to provide expert ecological services. Initially, the focus will be on delivering Preliminary Ecological Assessments (PEA) and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and reports for a diverse range of projects as a Ecologist. Key Responsibilities Establish and manage the Ecology Department, ensuring alignment with the company''s comprehensive surveying solutions. Deliver high-quality PEA and BNG assessments and reports as a Ecologist Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor as a Ecologist Develop and implement workflows, standards, and processes for ecological services as a Ecologist Oversee and manage projects, ensuring deadlines and client ..... full job details .....