Ecologist

Goldman Sachs, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Senior Ecologist to conduct ecological assessments and manage field surveys. The ideal candidate holds a degree in a relevant field and has experience with UK habitats. The role involves producing reports, liaising with clients, and ensuring all ecological data is accurate. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous leave, and private healthcare. This position requires a valid driving license and a willingness to work outdoors, including occasional antisocial hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Private healthcare and life assurance

Stakeholder pension

Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, biology, environmental or related science.
• Experience surveying UK habitats with an understanding of ecological constraints.
• Proficiency in using GIS software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Organise and lead ecological field surveys.
• Produce ecological reports and management plans.
• Liaise with clients on technical strategy.

Skills

Ecological data analysis

Survey design

Communication with clients

Proficiency in MS Office

Field work experience

Education

Degree in ecology, biology or related science

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Senior Ecologist – Pick Everard

We are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

A typical day at work would include assisting with fee proposals, completing ecological desk studies, designing and leading on field work to include preliminary ecological assessments, baseline habitat mapping, species surveys (or coordinating specialist sub‑consultants), completion of statutory biodiversity metric baseline calculations, collaborating with design teams to integrate ecological constraints and opportunities, design of biodiversity net gain (or regional equivalent) and completion of technical reports. The role can be adapted to suit an applicant’s career interests and aspirations; however, a crucial element of the role is the willingness to complete field work and the ability to confidently and independently design and complete baseline ecological assessments as a minimum.

Responsibilities

• Organise and lead field surveys and monitor survey progress.
• Undertake analysis and review ecological data for accuracy and quality.
• Produce ecological reports, including specific assessments and management plans.
• Organise and support in Ecological Clerk of Works roles.
• Identify and support the development of strategies on ecological constraints and opportunities on potential projects.
• Prepare work and fee proposals and contribute to project bidding.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and stakeholders on technical strategy and advice.
• Understand health and safety issues relevant to surveying, report any hazards on site and assist in preparing risk‑avoiding measures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in ecology, biology, environmental or related science.
• Experience of appraising projects for potential ecological constraints and opportunities.
• Experience surveying UK habitats – ideally FISC 4 botanical skills, or the ability to achieve this within 12 months with Pick Everard support.
• Experience in survey design and mitigation for protected species and coordination of sub‑consultants.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management at an appropriate level, or equivalent.
• Experience of using the statutory biodiversity metric to evidence biodiversity net gain.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, case law and planning policy relevant to ecology.
• Knowledge of relevant guidance and standards for a range of species.
• Experience of mitigation licence processes relevant to protected species.
• Organisational and communication skills applied to clients and project teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience of working with GIS software.
• Enjoys working outdoors and willingness to complete field surveys, including occasional antisocial hours.
• Valid driving license required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 26 days’ annual leave + bank holidays.
• Option to buy up to 5 days of additional leave.
• Private healthcare and life assurance.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Employee discount scheme.
• Eyecare scheme.
• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme.

Equal Opportunities Statement

As an equal opportunities employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

Accessibility

We are committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at [e-mail].

Agency Policy

This role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV introductions will not be accepted.