Senior/Principal Ecologist

Confidential

Stoke Bishop, Bristol, City of Hybrid permanent

Posted: April 1, 2026

Job Description

Senior / Principal Ecologist, GE Consulting - Bristol

Position: Full time, Permanent

GE Consulting is an Origin Enterprises business, forming part of the Environmental division.
At Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental
teams support a diverse range of clients and projects—from land management and development to
restoration and conservation.

Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose driven community where this collective
expertise enables us to deliver high quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful
environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland.

GE Consulting are looking for experienced ecologists to join our vibrant team in Bristol.
This role will vary depending on your level of experience but we require another experienced
ecologist capable of conducting surveys, writing reports and managing a wide variety of
interesting projects to join our team.

We are seeking a bright and enthusiastic individual who will bring positivity and passion to
our team.

We will pay a £2000 joining bonus for any direct appointments.

Essential skills and experience
• At least four years consultancy experience (not just ECoW but writing reports and
project management)
• Excellent communication skills including report writing and client liaison
• Thorough knowledge of wildlife legislation and the planning system leading to
confidence in providing technical advice to clients.
• Full range of survey skills including habitat surveys and protected species surveys
• BNG experience
• Be a member of CIEEM
• Attention to detail and the ability to deliver contracts on time and to budget
• A client-focused approach where the commercial element of each project can be
understood and appreciated
• Full driving license

Desirable skills and experience
• A specialism in birds or bats
• A full membership with CIEEM
• Experience of writing ES chapters and HRA’s
• Experience of writing EPSL applications, preferably held in your name
• QGIS skills

What’s in it for you?
• A supportive, experienced and friendly team
• Socials & volunteering days
• Enhanced Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• Company laptop and mobile phone

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