Senior Ecologist

We are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our expanding Nature and Biodiversity team. In this role, you will be able to be part of a small team that has a key influence on the outcomes of a wide variety of diverse and interesting projects across the UK - from urban renewal and regeneration schemes to helping local authorities integrate nature-based solutions for climate adaptation and resilience into their planning frameworks.Based from any of our UK offices with hybrid working arrangements you will not normally be required to undertake surveys outside of normal office hours or work on large-scale infrastructure projects. Instead, you will be a key member of a multidisciplinary project team, able to have a genuine influence over the integration of biodiversity into urban regeneration projects and wider sustainability and climate resilience strategies.This is an opportunity to work with a dedicated and passionate team, in a bespoke organisation that values innovation, and real outcomes that make a difference. The Nature and Biodiversity team forms an integral part of the business and helps to shape entire projects by being involved at the outset and putting strategies in place to protect the environment, determine biodiversity priorities and weave best practice and net gain into their fabric. Our focus on strategic level projects, results in a highly varied and interesting workload.Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.Your next role: Be part of an exceptional team that embraces technically demanding projects and challenges. Be at the forefront of changes in the industry such as reducing embodied carbon and modern methods of infrastructure design.Key Duties:Carrying out site walkovers to identify ecological constraints and opportunities on projectsPreparing, and/or managing others to prepare ecological reports and biodiversity net gain assessmentsProject management, including resource planning, and managing budgets effectively.Managing and mentoring more junior team membersAdvising on biodiversity restoration/enhancement and integration of green infrastructure and other nature-based solutions to secure biodiversity gain and strengthen climate change resilience measuresAttending workshops/meetings and sharing ideas with design teamsDeveloping and costing proposals and providing input into marketing materials.Your Skills & ExperienceWe’re looking for someone that has experience of working in UK ecological consultancy and a good general knowledge of legislation and policy with regards to UK ecology and protected species. In addition, you will be able to think laterally to advise on biodiversity solutions that provide wider climate and social benefits and discuss these in design team workshops and with clients. Specific skills include:Experience of undertaking UK Habitat surveys and condition assessmentsExperience of producing and reviewing ecology reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Ecology Chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments, Construction and Ecological Management Plans and Habitat Management and Monitoring PlansExperience of the application of Biodiversity Net Gain, including completion and review of the Statutory Biodiversity MetricThe ability to manage projects proactively to ensure that clients are informed of any issues and potential solutions as early as possible in the planning processGood report writing skills and attention to detailGood client facing skills and the ability to effectively communicate ideas verballyAn interest, or experience in, mentoring more junior staff to help them develop their own careersCommitment to advising on best practice across all of our projects and keeping up-to-date with relevant ecological legislation and policy guidanceBeing an Associate or Full member of CIEEM or similarIn general, having a positive, solutions-focussed and collaborative approach to working within the team, and encouraging independent thinking, innovation and a supportive working environmentWhat we offer:Holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum, exclusive of Bank Holidays.Hybrid working arrangements.Private Medical Health.Company Pension Scheme.Life Assurance.Income Protection.Flexible Benefits - including Cycle scheme, Dental insurance, Optical Cover, Travel insurance and Corporate discounts.Early leaving at the end of the month - Buro Happold actively encourages its employees to finish at 3pm on the last Friday of each month (depending on business demands). These hours can equate to an additional 4 days leave per annum.A place for everyoneBuro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr