Ecologist Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Ecologist Specialist to join our team in the East of England. As a key member of our Ecology team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality ecological services to our clients in the utilities and infrastructure sector.

• Conduct ecological surveys and assessments, including baseline habitat surveys and habitat condition assessments
• Author ecological reports, including PEAs, ECIAs, EIAs, HRAs, BNGs, LEMPs, and CEMPs
• Design and lead specialist ecological surveys throughout the East of England
• Implement site-based mitigation, including Ecological Clerk of Works and protected species translocations
• Assist in the procurement and management of ecological fieldwork and mitigation through our sub-consultant network
• Assist in the preparation of fee proposals, tenders, and management of project finances

• BSc and/or MSc degree in Ecology or closely related subject
• CIEEM membership
• Sound knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental legislation
• Competent in UK Habitat Classification and habitat condition assessments
• Protected species survey licence (great crested newts and bats highly desirable)

We champion new ideas and are fully committed to Corporate Social Responsibility, and our Diversity & Inclusion. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality ecological services that support our clients' goals while minimizing environmental impact.

• Annual performance bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthday
• Vitality Health Membership
• Flexible working through our 'Flexible Advantage' supporting working families & your work/life balance
• Pension Scheme via The Peoples Pension
• Life insurance (4x Base Salary)
• Free on-site parking in non-city centre offices
• Cycle to work scheme
• 26 Weeks paid Maternity Leave
• 2 Weeks paid Paternity Leave
• BHN Extras - provides discounted gift cards for hundreds of popular retailers
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles) effective at 1 years' service
• Sabbatical Policy effective at 3 years' service
• Professional development - paid study leave
• Military service paid leave (7.5 days per year)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) plus wider Mental Health & Wellbeing support
• 2 x Company-wide events every year, in addition to multiple office socials throughout the year