Description

In this role you will work both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams, conducting ecological assessments, designing habitats, and developing pragmatic mitigation solutions. You will also engage with stakeholders, ensure high‑quality deliverables, and act as the ecology lead for project and task management.

• Conduct ecological assessments and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects.
• Develop innovative ecological mitigation and compensation approaches.
• Lead ecology deliverables, ensuring quality and compliance with current guidance.
• Manage project tasks, coordinate stakeholders, and maintain client relationships.
• Mentor staff and provide line management as ecology lead.
• Perform UKHab surveys, Preliminary and Impact Assessments, HRA, and Biodiversity Net Gain studies.

Requirements

We are looking for someone with a passion for ecology, strong knowledge of wildlife legislation, and the ability to carry out UKHab surveys, impact assessments, and biodiversity net gain studies. Strong botanical identification skills, experience with protected‑species work, and CIEEM membership or chartership eligibility are essential, as is a full UK driving licence.

The role may require security clearance, which will be discussed during the interview process, and candidates must provide proof of five years UK residency if needed. We are committed to an inclusive culture, offering flexible working arrangements, employee resource groups, and equal‑opportunity employment for all backgrounds.

• Demonstrate strong passion for ecology and solid knowledge of wildlife legislation.
• Possess strong botanical identification skills (FISC level 3 or equivalent).
• Experience with protected species surveys, mitigation, and licensing.
• Hold CIEEM membership or equivalent and be eligible for chartership.
• Maintain a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

At AtkinsRéalis we shape the future of cities and environments through a collaborative culture where every voice is valued equally. Our flexible and remote working policies help employees balance work and life, and we pride ourselves on a genuine, supportive environment that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

We offer competitive salaries, flexible holiday allowances, and a hybrid working culture that supports health, wellbeing, and lifestyle choices. Employees benefit from tailored rewards, extensive training, professional development, and a range of inclusive, family‑friendly policies.

• Receive competitive salary with flexible holiday allowance.
• Benefit from hybrid and remote working options.
• Access tailored health, wellbeing, and financial benefits.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance