Senior/Principal Ecologist

Overview Shape the future of our cities and environments. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally. Your role Working individually but also, collaboratively, in a team environment. Undertaking ecological assessment and habitat design for a variety of development and nature recovery projects. Developing innovative and pragmatic approaches to ecological mitigation and compensation. Collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders / clients. Delivering clear and concise, high quality ecological deliverables in line with current guidance and good practice. Quality assurance of ecological deliverablesli> Acting as ecology lead on projects. Task / project management. Mentoring of staff. Line Management. About You A passion for ecology. A good working knowledge of the natural environment and wildlife legislation. The ability to undertake UKHab surveys, Preliminary Ecological Assessment, Ecological Impact Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments. Good report writing skills. Strong botanical skills, including Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) level 3+, or demonstrable botanical ability matching this level. Experience in protected species survey, mitigation and licensing. An understanding of the importance of work winning, through both bidding and maintaining strong client relationships. The ability to manage ecology deliverables / projects from bidding through to completion. Membership of CIEEM or equivalent and Chartership (CEnv or CEcol) or the current ability to achieve chartership. Full driving licence. Reward & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. About AtkinsRéalis We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Additional information This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AtkinsRéalis by 2x Get notified about new Senior Ecologist jobs in Epsom, England, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr