Ecologist: Biodiversity Net Gain & Growth Advocate

Mott MacDonald Bentley | MMB; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching

Annual bonus schemes

Private medical & life insurance

Flexible working

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking an Ecologist to contribute to major water and wastewater projects across the UK. You will influence scheme design and support best practices from feasibility through to construction, with opportunities to integrate biodiversity net gain into client strategies.

The role spans site work and collaboration with environmental and engineering colleagues, offering a pathway to chartership and professional development within a supportive joint-venture environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology or related subject.
• Knowledge of guidance for ecological surveys.
• Report writing experience.
• Knowledge of biodiversity net gain.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.
• Protected species licence or working towards one.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in projects covering all life cycle phases from design to implementation.
• Promote biodiversity net gain in client advice and strategies.
• Work on diverse projects with opportunities and training to grow.
• Collaborate with ecologists and engineers on-site or in the office.
• Promote integrated solutions and innovative technology while maintaining quality.

Skills

Report writing

Biodiversity net gain

Guidance for surveys

Education

Degree in Ecology

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking an Ecologist to contribute to major water and wastewater projects across the UK. You will influence scheme design and support best practices from feasibility through to construction, with opportunities to integrate biodiversity net gain into client strategies.

The role spans site work and collaboration with environmental and engineering colleagues, offering a pathway to chartership and professional development within a supportive joint-venture environment.