Associate Director Ecologist
N/Yorkshire

A market-leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who specialise in environment-led planning and Design.

Working on projects at all scales within town, semi-rural and rural contexts, across a variety of sectors that includes residential, historic sites and estates, renewable energy, infrastructure and mixed-use commercial developments.

About

A fast growing, unique and rewarding environment. Through its agile team and comprehensive service, it has allowed growth nationwide.

The multidisciplinary service spans across multiple disciplines. Offerings now include  Planning, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Ecology, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Landscape Architecture, Architecture & Design, Arboriculture, Visualisation, Historic Environment, Acoustics, Air Quality, Civil Engineering, Geo-environmental, MEP Building Services, Structures, Sustainability, Transport & Highways, Utilities, Water & Flood Risk.

Seeking an Associate Director to provide leadership within a growing Ecology team. This role combines technical excellence with people management, client relationship management and business development responsibilities.

This role is ideal for a leader looking to shape and grow a Northern ecology team, influence project outcomes, and contribute to the continued success of a multidisciplinary consultancy.

If successful, you will:

• Lead a team of ecologists, supporting performance, development and wellbeing.
• Manage key client accounts and develop new business opportunities.
• Oversee delivery of complex ecological projects and frameworks.
• Provide technical review and strategic advice on major projects.
• Support recruitment, succession planning and team growth.
• Lead bid preparation and contribute to framework submissions.
• Collaborate with Directors across the business to support multidisciplinary growth.
• Represent the company at industry events, strengthening brand and market presence

Essential Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Extensive consultancy experience including team leadership

Strong technical expertise in:

• Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA)
• Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA)
• Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
• Proven experience managing clients and project portfolios.
• Experience managing team performance and utilisation.
• Strong commercial awareness and business development experience.
• Full membership of CIEEM.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Requirements

• Protected species licences.
• NSIP experience.
• Experience acting as Expert Witness.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary projects.

For further information on this or any other related positions do not hesitate to contact Peter on 07881788772 or peter@huphuphup.com Our industry knowledge ensures a unique, valued and specialist service. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community and offer every assurance that your application will be handled with the highest levels of professionalism. For Further Information on Hup Consulting visit www.huphuphup.com