Consultant ecologist in Watford, Hertfordshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working

Training & CPD

Career progression

Varied and high-profile projects

Collaborative multi-disciplinary team

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL in Watford is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join an established environmental consultancy. You will undertake ecological surveys, support planning applications, and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain and protected species work, collaborating with arboriculturalists and landscape teams.

A relevant degree and consultancy experience are essential. The role offers flexible/hybrid working, training and professional development, and exposure to high-profile projects within a

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field required.
• Experience in ecological surveys and reporting for a consultancy.
• Good understanding of UK ecology, protected species and legislation.
• Experience with PEA, EcIA and/or BNG desirable.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Living near Watford or commutable distance.
• Willingness to travel for site work.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological surveys and assessments across projects.
• Support planning applications and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain and mitigations.
• Collaborate with arboriculturalists, landscape architects and project teams.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Driving licence

Right to work

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Consultant Ecologist

£31,000 - £38,000

Watford

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Ecologist to join an established, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy specialising in ecology, arboriculture, landscape architecture and natural capital. The company has over 30 years of experience and is a CIEEM Registered Practice, delivering practical, evidence-led solutions across development and land management projects.

As a Consultant Ecologist, you will work across a varied project portfolio, undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, supporting planning applications and contributing to Biodiversity Net Gain, protected species work, ecological mitigation and habitat enhancement. You will also collaborate with arboriculturalists, landscape architects and wider project teams.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Training, CPD and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to varied and high-profile projects
• Collaborative multi-disciplinary environment

Requirements

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Consultancy experience with ecological surveys and reporting
• Good understanding of UK ecology, protected species and relevant legislation
• Experience with PEA, EcIA and/or BNG desirable
• Strong report-writing and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or within a commutable distance of the Watford office
• Willingness to travel for site work

This is a permanent role.