Ecologist - Lead Nature-Positive Projects

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Flexible holiday allowances

Training & professional development

Employee rewards program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an ecologist to lead ecological assessments and habitat design for diverse development and nature recovery projects in the UK. The role involves developing pragmatic mitigation strategies, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and engaging with clients to deliver high-quality ecological outputs.

We value passion for ecology, knowledge of wildlife legislation, and strong report writing.

Qualifications

• Passion for ecology and knowledge of wildlife legislation.
• Ability to undertake UKHab surveys, Preliminary Ecological Assessment, Ecological Impact Assessment and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Strong report writing skills and ability to communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects.
• Develop innovative approaches to ecological mitigation and compensation.
• Collaborate within multi-disciplinary teams and engage with clients/stakeholders.
• Deliver clear, high-quality ecological deliverables in line with guidance.
• Act as ecology lead on projects and manage tasks/projects from bidding to completion.

Skills

Ecology

UK wildlife law

Report writing

Botanical skills

Protected species survey

Client relationships

Project management

Driving licence

CIEEM membership

Education

Degree in ecology or environmental science

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an ecologist to lead ecological assessments and habitat design for diverse development and nature recovery projects in the UK. The role involves developing pragmatic mitigation strategies, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and engaging with clients to deliver high-quality ecological outputs.

We value passion for ecology, knowledge of wildlife legislation, and strong report writing.