Ecologist & ECoW for Infrastructure Projects

United Infrastructure Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure seeks an Ecologist / Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to provide site-based ecological advice across England and Wales. The role reports to the SHEQ Manager and travels to live construction sites to ensure compliance with licences, permits and environmental commitments.

You will work with project management and environmental teams to identify ecological risks early and implement mitigation, including pre-construction surveys, watching briefs, and monitoring of sensitive

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology or a related discipline.
• Member of CIEEM or equivalent professional body.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.
• Good working knowledge of ecological legislation applicable to England and Wales.
• Experience undertaking ecological surveys and site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Act as ECoW for construction activities where ecological supervision is required.
• Undertake pre-construction ecological checks and surveys.
• Provide ecological watching briefs during potentially sensitive construction activities.
• Identify ecological constraints and communicate appropriate controls to project teams.
• Maintain accurate ecological records of inspections, observations and actions.
• Liaise with project teams and regulators as required.

Skills

Strong field ecology capability

Confident communication and influence

Strong report writing and record-keep

Ability to work independently acrossGe

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation Biology or a related discipline

Full UK Driving Licence

CIEEM membership or equivalent

Job description

United Infrastructure seeks an Ecologist / Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to provide site-based ecological advice across England and Wales. The role reports to the SHEQ Manager and travels to live construction sites to ensure compliance with licences, permits and environmental commitments.

You will work with project management and environmental teams to identify ecological risks early and implement mitigation, including pre-construction surveys, watching briefs, and monitoring of sensitive