Ecologist — Lead Nature-Positive Projects (Remote/Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Flexible holiday allowances

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an ecologist to join our ecology team in the UK. You will undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for diverse development and nature recovery projects, delivering high-quality outputs while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The role involves leading on projects, developing pragmatic mitigation approaches, and engaging with clients to secure outcomes that balance biodiversity with delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates passion for ecology and commitment to natural environment
• Knowledge of wildlife legislation and ecological assessment methods
• Ability to conduct UKHab surveys, PEA, EIA and biodiversity net gain assessments
• Strong report writing skills and attention to detail
• Botanical identification skills (FISC3+ or equivalent)
• Experience with protected species surveys, mitigation and licensing
• Experience in winning work, bidding and maintaining client relationships
• Ability to manage deliverables/projects from bidding through to completion
• Membership of CIEEM or equivalent preferred
• Valid full driving licence required

Responsibilities

• Work individually and in teams on ecological assessments and habitat design for development projects
• Develop innovative approaches to ecological mitigation and compensation
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders/clients
• Deliver high-quality ecological deliverables in line with guidance and best practice
• Act as ecology lead on projects and manage tasks and project delivery

Skills

Ecology passion

Wildlife legislation knowledge

UKHab surveys

Report writing

Botanical skills (FISC3+)

Protected species survey & licensing

Client relationship building

Project deliverables management

CIEEM membership or equivalent

Full driving licence

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an ecologist to join our ecology team in the UK. You will undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for diverse development and nature recovery projects, delivering high-quality outputs while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The role involves leading on projects, developing pragmatic mitigation approaches, and engaging with clients to secure outcomes that balance biodiversity with delivery timelines.