Job Description

Senior Environmental Consultant (ECoW Team) – £1,600 Placement Bonus
Location: Perth or Glasgow, Scotland – Hybrid Working Available
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE

£1,600 Placement Bonus – See details below.

Help shape the future of responsible development with a leading environmental consultancy.

About the Company

Our client is a specialist environmental consultancy delivering sustainable, practical solutions for development projects across the UK. Their mission is to go beyond ticking boxes - making a genuine positive impact on the environment while guiding clients through the challenges of responsible development.

With a new leadership team focused on fostering a supportive, values-driven culture, now is a great time to join and shape the way they work.

The Role

As a Senior Environmental Consultant within the ECoW (Ecological Clerk of Works) team, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting clients through the construction phases of their projects. You’ll apply technical expertise across a variety of sites, ensuring environmental compliance, species protection, and practical mitigation measures.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with people, and is ready to take the next step in their consultancy career.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and input into construction phase documentation.

• Oversee on-site compliance with Environmental Management Plans and method statements.

• Conduct site checks for protected and notable species.

• Investigate and report on ecological incidents.

• Monitor and advise on pollution prevention measures.

• Complete and review ECoW logs and reporting.

• Deliver toolbox talks to site teams and subcontractors.

• Liaise with stakeholders, statutory bodies, and other organisations as needed.

• Mentor and train junior team members.

• Support project scoping, tendering, and management.

• Ensure best practice in health & safety and biosecurity.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–5 years experience in ecological/environmental consultancy with site-based roles.

• Strong understanding of water environment regulations, guidance, and legislation.

• Skilled in ecological survey techniques and mitigation design for protected species.

• Practical knowledge of peat and surface water management on construction sites.

• Degree or equivalent in an environmental discipline.

• Full UK driving licence.

• CSCS card holder.

• Appropriate professional membership (or ability to obtain).

• IT proficiency, especially in Microsoft applications and project management software.

• Protected species licences are advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

• 20 days per annum CPD

• Paid Professional Membership

• 25 days annual leave + 9 Scottish bank holidays (increases with service)

• Paid Lunch

• Flexible TOIL / Balancing Hours Policy

• Private Healthcare Plan

• Company Pension Contribution

• Relocation package (within the UK) available for the right candidate

• Excellent career progression opportunities

How to Apply

Email your CV to: talent@talent-torch.co.uk
Apply online at: www.talent-torch.co.uk/vacancies

Take the next step in your environmental consultancy career - apply today.

How the Placement Bonus Works

Secure this role through Talent Torch and earn a £1,600 bonus:

• 50% paid within 14 days of employer payment

• 50% paid after completing 90 days in the role

• Direct applications or jobs secured via other means aren’t eligible

Full Terms & Conditions available on our website.

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