Consultant Ecologist: Infrastructure & Environmental Impact

Appcast; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem UK is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join a growing ecology team, delivering ecological surveys, assessments and mitigation across infrastructure and development projects in the UK. You will work with experienced ecologists and multidisciplinary teams to provide practical ecological advice from planning through construction and operation stages.

This role offers opportunities to contribute to EIAs, HRAs, Biodiversity Net Gain work and licence applications, while developing technical

Qualifications

• Experience undertaking ecological surveys and assessments.
• Good knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy and ecological best practice.
• Experience with protected species surveys and mitigation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological surveys including habitat and protected species surveys.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and ecological documentation.
• Contribute to EIAs, HRAs, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and mitigation.
• Support Ecological Clerk of Works activities and monitor construction works for compliance.
• Develop project teams and provide ecological advice to clients.

Skills

UK driving licence

Strong written and verbal skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Assystem UK is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join a growing ecology team, delivering ecological surveys, assessments and mitigation across infrastructure and development projects in the UK. You will work with experienced ecologists and multidisciplinary teams to provide practical ecological advice from planning through construction and operation stages.

This role offers opportunities to contribute to EIAs, HRAs, Biodiversity Net Gain work and licence applications, while developing technical