Ecologist

Brook Street; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Onsite parking

Job summary

Brook Street is seeking an Ecologist to provide specialist ecological support across a diverse capital delivery programme in Newport. The role is hybrid, with an emphasis on biodiversity enhancement and environmental best practice, working closely with project managers, designers, and environmental teams.

You will lead ecological surveys, produce reports, and support Biodiversity Net Gain assessments while ensuring compliance and efficient project delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• CIEEM membership or working toward accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, ecological survey methodologies and environmental best practice.
• Experience supporting infrastructure, utilities, or capital delivery projects.
• Ability to produce high-quality ecological reports and assessments.
• Experience providing Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) services.
• Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and ecological enhancements.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide ecological advice throughout project design, planning and delivery stages.
• Identify ecological risks, constraints and mitigation requirements to support project programmes and minimise delays.
• Undertake and coordinate ecological surveys, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and protected species surveys, where suitably qualified.
• Produce ecological reports, Ecological Constraints Plans, method statements, RAMS, and planning support documentation.
• Support biodiversity initiatives, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, habitat creation projects, and habitat management plans.
• Deliver Ecological Clerk of Works support and assist with licence and permit applications.
• Liaise with contractors, local authorities, statutory consultees, and regulatory bodies to ensure ecological requirements are met.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the continuous improvement of ecological processes and guidance.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Environmental science

UK wildlife legislation

ECoW experience

BNG knowledge

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

2 year Fixed Contract based in Newport, hybrid role offering an outstanding benefits package including bonuses and onsite parking.

An excellent opportunity for an Ecologist to provide specialist ecological support across a diverse capital delivery programme. Working closely with project managers, designers, contractors, and environmental teams, you will help ensure projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and with a strong focus on biodiversity enhancement and environmental best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ecological advice throughout project design, planning, and delivery stages.
• Identify ecological risks, constraints, and mitigation requirements to support project programmes and minimise delays.
• Undertake and coordinate ecological surveys, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and protected species surveys, where suitably qualified.
• Produce ecological reports, Ecological Constraints Plans, method statements, RAMS, and planning support documentation.
• Support biodiversity initiatives, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, habitat creation projects, and habitat management plans.
• Deliver Ecological Clerk of Works support and assist with licence and permit applications.
• Liaise with contractors, local authorities, statutory consultees, and regulatory bodies to ensure ecological requirements are met.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the continuous improvement of ecological processes and guidance.

About You

• Degree qualified in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Membership of CIEEM or working towards professional accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, ecological survey methodologies, and environmental best practice.
• Experience supporting infrastructure, utilities, or capital delivery projects.
• Ability to produce high-quality ecological reports and assessments.
• Experience providing Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) services.
• Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and ecological enhancements.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.