Ecologist: Biodiversity & Water Solutions Specialist

Mott MacDonald; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match 4.5%–7%

Annual bonus scheme

Professional subscriptions covered

Flexible benefits incl. annual leave"

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking an Ecologist to work on UK water and wastewater projects, contributing to biodiversity net gain and environmental enhancements across all lifecycle stages from feasibility to commissioning.

You will collaborate with ecologists, engineers and clients, travel to sites, and help deliver sustainable outcomes while advancing professionally within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• The degree requirement in Ecology or a closely related field.
• Experience applying biodiversity net gain guidelines.
• Driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Engage across project life cycles from design through implementation.
• Influence scheme design and promote best practices.
• Integrate biodiversity net gain into client strategies.
• Collaborate with ecologists, engineers and other teams.

Skills

Ecologist

Driving licence

Biodiversity net gain

Surveys guidance

Willingness to travel

Protected species licence

Education

Degree in Ecology

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking an Ecologist to work on UK water and wastewater projects, contributing to biodiversity net gain and environmental enhancements across all lifecycle stages from feasibility to commissioning.

You will collaborate with ecologists, engineers and clients, travel to sites, and help deliver sustainable outcomes while advancing professionally within a supportive environment.