Consultant Ecologist

About the Role

Pepsi Group is a leading development consultancy that provides planning, design, environmental, economics, and heritage services to a wide range of clients across the UK. We are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative, and high‑quality solutions that add value to our clients’ projects. Our new in‑house Nature and Biodiversity team will play a critical role in achieving that vision.

Location: Edinburgh
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

• Support on a range of ecological projects, and manage aspects of projects across sectors such as infrastructure, residential, commercial, and renewable energy.
• Plan and support ecological surveys, and contribute to reports and assessments (e.g., PEA, UKHab, protected species, EcIA, BNG Metrics, HMMPs, LEMPs).
• Provide ecological input into Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and planning applications.
• Support the production of BNG assessments using the Statutory Defra metric.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of bespoke BNG strategies across development projects, including onsite green infrastructure and off‑site BNG solutions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Support client relationship development and secure repeat and referral work.
• Contribute to fee proposals and multidisciplinary tenders.
• Input into project planning, risk assessments, and method statements (RAMS).

• A relevant degree in ecology or a related environmental discipline.
• At least 2+ years of professional experience in the ecological sector.
• Qualifying membership of CIEEM (or eligibility) and working towards Associate membership.
• Knowledge of UK ecology, legislation, and the planning system.
• Experience in Biodiversity Net Gain and using the Statutory Biodiversity Metric.
• Proven track record of supporting or delivering ecological projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working towards protected species licences (e.g., Bats, Great Crested Newt, Hazel Dormouse).

We offer an excellent remuneration and overall benefits package. For more information, visit

We are committed to helping you reach your full potential, with a range of training and development initiatives throughout your career, including our stepping‑stones programme.

We are a dynamic development consultancy that thrives on innovation. Our passion lies in crafting stunning spaces that enrich both the built and natural environment, ultimately impacting people's lives for the better. With expertise spanning various sectors such as residential, health, education, retail, energy, leisure, and employment, we specialise in delivering forward‑thinking and sustainable solutions tailored to the demands of the 21st century.

Since 2003, Pegasus Group has consistently grown, earning a reputation for excellence and delivery in the market. We prioritise valuing and empowering our team, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, and encouraging each individual to bring their authentic, best self to work every day.

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