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Associate Ecologist

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Rps
Providing innovative solutions in planning, design, engineering, and project management across multiple sectors.
Associate Ecologist responsible for managing and growing the East of England ecology team, leading complex ecological projects, and authoring ecology reports.
21d ago
£48,000 - £60,000
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Norwich, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project and program management
Design and development
Water services
Environment
Advisory and management consulting
Exploration and development
Planning and approvals
Health, safety and risk
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Retail
Industrial
Health
Education
Data Centre
Renewables
Role
What you would be doing
project finance management
ecology reports
mitigation design
ecology surveys
biodiversity net gain
stakeholder negotiation
  • Project management including preparation of fee proposals/ tenders, invoicing and management of project finances
  • Author, and peer review, a range of ecology reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Environmental Statement (ES) Ecology Chapters
  • Support our Senior Ecology Management Team in managing and growing our East of England ecology team
  • Design and implement ecological mitigation strategies including mitigation licences for bats, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, and water vole
  • 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
  • Complete Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, interpreting and evaluating the Biodiversity Metric to deliver pragmatic on- and off-site solutions to our clients
  • Contribute to the development of the team through providing in-house training, support and line management to junior team members
  • Lead negotiations with Natural England, County Ecologists, Local Authority planning officers, and stakeholders
  • Work collaboratively as part of a team of ecologists
  • Lead and manage complex ecological projects as part of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy, residential, and commercial projects, including Town and Country Planning Act developments and Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects
What you bring
degree (ecology)
cieem membership
fisc level 4
project management
terrestrial ecology
client-facing
  • You will have sound knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental legislation relevant to the role
  • FISC Level 4 highly desirable but not essential
  • CIEEM Membership
  • You will be competent in UK Habitat Classification and habitat condition assessments (FISC level 4 highly desirable but not essential)
  • You will have extensive experience managing ecological inputs to complex development projects, including EIA, green infrastructure and biodiversity net gain assessments
  • You’ll have experience designing/ delivering ecological mitigation including protected species licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
  • You will technical expertise in your chosen specialist areas, or general terrestrial ecology
  • Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Ecology or closely related field.
  • Good time keeping and communication skills are important to us.
  • You will excel in a client-facing role, winning and delivering new work and managing client relationships
  • 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).
  • We are looking for a team player – someone to support our small team as we grow, but also the ability to work independently.
  • Hold at least one protected species survey licence (great crested newt and bats highly desirable)
Benefits
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  • checking uk planning system and environmental legislation knowledge, reviewing previous ecological project experiences, and validating protected species survey licenses
Company
Overview
Since 1970
Year Established
Operates globally with a strong foundation in environmental and engineering consulting.
10+ Countries
Global Presence
Provides services across multiple regions for both public and private clients.
  • Delivers innovative solutions across sectors from planning to execution.
  • Strong expertise in large-scale projects like infrastructure, energy, and environmental consulting.
  • Notable work includes wind farms, transport infrastructure, and urban development consultancy.
  • Multidisciplinary approach integrates engineering, design, and environmental expertise.
  • Committed to sustainable outcomes and addressing complex industry challenges.
Culture + Values
  • We are committed to making a positive impact on the world around us.
  • We work in partnership with our clients and colleagues to deliver value.
  • We are passionate about the work we do and the difference we make.
  • We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do.
  • We act with integrity and accountability in all our dealings.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-Zero by 2030
Carbon Emissions Goal
The company is dedicated to becoming carbon-neutral within this decade, aligning with global climate initiatives.
  • Aims to minimize environmental impact through innovative and sustainable solutions.
  • Focus on reducing energy use, waste, and emissions across operations.
  • Helps clients achieve sustainability goals through expert advice and services.
  • Sets specific sustainability goals, including reducing operational emissions and using renewable energy.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • The organization is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
  • The organization reports on its gender balance, striving for gender equality at all levels.
  • The organization has initiatives aimed at increasing the representation of women in leadership roles.
  • The organization supports flexible working arrangements to accommodate different needs across their workforce.
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