Ecologist – Hybrid, Biodiversity & Capital Projects

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

25 days annual leave

Pension

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking an Ecologist to provide in-house ecological expertise for capital projects in Newport, South Wales. The role develops and ensures compliance with ecological legislation, best practices, and environmental commitments across design, planning, and delivery stages.

The successful candidate will hold a BSc/MSc in Ecology or related field, with CIEEM membership candidacy and experience in large-scale infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Membership or candidacy for membership in CIEEM.
• Profound knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological best practices.

Responsibilities

• Promote a pragmatic, risk-based approach to ecological compliance.
• Maintain detailed records of ecological surveys and advice provided.
• Provide ecological insights during design, planning and delivery stages of capital projects.
• Plan and coordinate ecological surveys according to current best practices.
• Prepare ecological reports such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Ecological Constraints Plans.
• Support biodiversity initiatives and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain calculations and strategies.

Skills

GIS proficiency

UK wildlife legislation

Ecological reporting

Driving licence

Large-scale project experience

Education

BSc or MSc in Ecology/Environmental Science

CIEEM membership

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking an Ecologist to provide in-house ecological expertise for capital projects in Newport, South Wales. The role develops and ensures compliance with ecological legislation, best practices, and environmental commitments across design, planning, and delivery stages.

The successful candidate will hold a BSc/MSc in Ecology or related field, with CIEEM membership candidacy and experience in large-scale infrastructure projects.