Ecologist

Amey; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits scheme

Generous pension scheme

24 days annual leave

Job summary

Amey is seeking an Ecologist in Scotland to support advisory projects across highway contracts and active travel schemes. You will backfill Senior Ecologists, deliver ecological work on diverse projects, and mentor junior ecologists while ensuring compliance with wildlife legislation and company standards.

You will bring licensed survey experience, knowledge of protected species, and a track record in ecological risk assessment and project delivery, with a focus on health and safety throughout

Qualifications

• Developed experience within the Ecological field.
• Expertise in protected species surveys and licences.
• Invasive species survey and management knowledge.
• Strong understanding of ecological processes and methodologies.
• Ability to deliver technically sound ecological solutions in line with standards and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team producing technically sound deliverables for ecological commissions.
• Prepare and check documentation for scheme deliverables meeting quality, cost and programme criteria.
• Liaise with client and supplier reps; attend progress meetings and respond to queries.
• Lead a small local team and manage workload delivery.
• Contribute to bids and business development activities.
• Promote health and safety best practices within the team.

Skills

Ecology expertise

Protected species surveys

Licence holder

Health & safety

Project delivery

Team mentoring

Education

BSc/MSc in Ecology or related

CIEEM member or equivalent

Job description

Title: Ecologist

Requisition ID: 2837

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Ecologist to join our Advisory business a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to provide support to all ecology related activities on a variety of road contracts in Scotland, including the South West Network Management Contract for Transport Scotland, a variety of active travel schemes (e.g., AMIDS Renfrewshire), and the North Angus Growth Opportunity. As an Ecologist in Scotland, you will be responsible for supporting the development and growth of the team in Scotland, which may also include leading on ecology specific business development opportunities.

The Role

Our Ecologists play an important part within the Advisory team and alongside our clients. As an Ecologist you will provide effective support and assistance to your Senior Ecologist on a variety of ecological schemes whilst taking the lead on projects and mentoring junior Ecologists. The role will also include ecological support to regional and national projects to a wide range of public sector clients (Amey currently works with clients in the highways, rail, local authority, central government, aviation and waste sectors).

Responsibilities Include

• To work in a team, producing technically sound deliverables for Ecological commissions
• Preparation and checking of documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme.
• Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries
• Managing a small, locally based single discipline technical team and taking responsibility for delivery of their workload.
• Contributing to the preparation of bids and general working winning function
• Drive effective health and safety practices within the team.

What You Will Bring To Us

• Developed experience and expertise within the Ecological field, probably gained in an Ecologist role or equivalent
• Expertise in protected species surveys, holding atleast one European protect species survey license. Bat licence would be advatageous.
• EPS Mitigation licence application experience and Protected species licence holder or working towards same (notable species: bats & dormice)
• Experience in Invasive species survey and management
• Comprehensive knowledge of ecological processes and survey methodologies
• Able to produce technically sound ecological solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards, wildlife legislation and client requirements
• Ability to apply ecological management theory and principles to clear understood situations
• Experience in undertaking project related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
• Good understanding of risk assessment, experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensure appropriate risk mitigation has been applied
• Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning such as Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Biology or Environmental Science
• Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)or equivalent

What We Can Offer You

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some Of Our Benefits Include

• Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition
• Competitive salary and compensation
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
• Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
• Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities

Who We Are

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What We Do

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.