Principal Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom • Posted June 20, 2026

Location Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Job Type Full-time
Category management
Posted June 20, 2026
Principal Ecologist

£40,000 - £55,000

Cambridge

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Ecologist to join a respected, award-winning environmental consultancy based in Cambridge. This multidisciplinary practice has a long-standing reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across ecology, environmental planning, landscape architecture and natural resource management throughout the UK.

As a Principal Ecologist, you will play a key role in leading ecological projects from initial surveys through to assessment, mitigation design and planning support. The Principal Ecologist will work closely with clients, planning authorities and multidisciplinary teams on a diverse range of development, infrastructure, conservation and renewable energy projects. This Principal Ecologist position offers excellent opportunities to mentor junior staff, contribute to business growth and help shape the future of the ecology team. The succ...

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