Ecologist - Lead Nature-Positive Projects (Remote)

AtkinsRéalis; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible holidays

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an ecologist to join our team in the Cambridge area. You will undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects, and develop pragmatic mitigation approaches.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, engage stakeholders, and deliver high-quality ecological deliverables while acting as ecology lead on assignments. A relevant membership and a driving licence are valued.

Qualifications

• UKHab surveys and ecological assessments experience.
• Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Experience in protected species survey, mitigation and licensing.
• Strong report writing skills.
• CIEEM membership or equivalent.
• Full driving licence.
• Ability to manage deliverables from bidding to completion.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking ecological assessment and habitat design for a variety of projects.
• Developing innovative ecological mitigation approaches.
• Collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders.
• Delivering clear, high-quality ecological deliverables in line with guidance.
• Acting as ecology lead on projects.
• Task and project management.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Report writing

Botanical skills

Protected species survey

Client relationships

Project management

Driving licence

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an ecologist to join our team in the Cambridge area. You will undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects, and develop pragmatic mitigation approaches.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, engage stakeholders, and deliver high-quality ecological deliverables while acting as ecology lead on assignments. A relevant membership and a driving licence are valued.