Senior Ecologist

Description

• Author a range of typical ecology reports (PEA/EcIA/EIA/HRA/BNG/LEMPs/CEMPs)
• You’ll be able to design and complete a range of typical ecology surveys, and interpret the findings to inform robust ecological assessments and deliver pragmatic solutions to clients
• Assist in the preparation of fee proposals and tenders
• Design and lead a range of protected species surveys on behalf of major development projects throughout the East of England,
• Manage ecological projects including client liaison and management of project finances
• Support the development of junior team members through facilitating opportunities for learning and work shadowing
• Complete Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, including baseline habitat surveys and habitat condition assessments, Biodiversity Metric calculations and preparing reports for planning
• Design and implement ecological mitigation strategies including mitigation licences for bats, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, and water vole.

Requirements

• FISC Level 4 highly desirable but not essential
• You will be competent in UK Habitat Classification and habitat condition assessments
• Good time keeping and communication skills are important to us.
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Ecology or closely related field.
• We are looking for a team player – someone to support our small team as we grow, but also the ability to work independently.
• You will hold a full UK driving licence, insured for business purposes, and be willing to travel to sites throughout the region (some level of overnight accommodation may be required).
• Have, or be eligible for, CIEEM Membership
• You’ll have experience designing/ delivering ecological mitigation including protected species licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
• Hold at least one protected species survey licence (great crested newt and bats highly desirable)

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance