Lead Ecological Clerk of Works- LTC

Bouygues Construction Group; Tilbury; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bouygues Travaux Publics in Tilbury is seeking a Lead Ecological Clerk of Works for the Lower Thames Crossing project. You will conduct ecological and habitat surveys, maintain site records, and report on compliance with licences and legislation, advising construction teams on mitigation strategies.

The role requires a degree in ecology or related field and proven ECoW experience on infrastructure projects, with strong communication to engage with regulators and contractors.

Qualifications

• A degree qualification in ecology or related field and experience which demonstrates applied knowledge of ecological and environmental procedures and compliance in the construction environment.
• Ecologist and ECoW on infrastructure projects.
• Supervising contractors and ensuring compliance with protected species licence requirements and environmental protection measures.
• Protected species survey experience includes reptiles, dormouse, water vole, badger, birds, amphibians (including GCN) and bats.
• Protected species translocations and mitigation.
• Ecological scoping surveys.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• High standard of computer literacy.
• Confidence and experience to challenge designs/methodology prepared by others.
• Fully aware of regulatory, legislative and company requirements.
• Membership of CIEEM or similar.
• CSCS Card holder.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily ecological inspections.
• Advise site managers and contractors on ecological risk and constraints with clear practical guidance based on changing site conditions.
• Coordinate and oversee ecological mitigation measures and ecological contractors.
• Production and input into ecological appraisals and other reports.
• Notable and protected species surveys with an emphasis on reptiles and Dormouse.
• Monitor contractor adherence to ecological method statements, protected species licence conditions and the CEMP.
• Lead Toolbox Talks and site briefings.
• Implementing mitigation strategies to reduce the risk of delay to the programme.
• Overseeing site operatives during watching briefs of works in ecological habitat; and
• Liaise with statutory bodies to ensure compliance and resolve issues.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

ECoW experience

Contractor supervision

Protected species surveys

Communication skills

Education

Ecology degree or related field

Job description

Lead Ecological Clerk of Works- LTC Job Description Lead Ecological Clerk of Works- LTC Job Location City: Tilbury OR Thames Estuary Country/Region: United Kingdom Contract Type: Permanent Pole: TRAVAUX PUBLICS (AP003) Full/Part Time: Full Time Remote/Onsite: On-site/Office based Travel Requirements: Occasional travel Requisition ID: 4793

Specialized in civil engineering and engineering structures, Bouygues Travaux Publics is one of the world leaders in the fields of land use planning and sustainable infrastructure construction. Bouygues Travaux Publics is committed to diversity and is open to all talents.

The Lower Thames Crossing (LTC)is one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. LTC is a new road that will connect Kent and Essex through a tunnel beneath the River Thames and will be the greenest road ever built in the UK - creating six times more green space than road.The reliable new route will almost double road capacity over the river east of London to reduce congestion and give millions of people more choice on where they live, work and spend their valuable time.

We have a diverse programme team on LTC that reflects the communities we work in and fosters an inclusive culture by actively supporting the programme's Purpose, Principles and Cultural Pillars and growing employee networks.

Post Details

Job Title: LeadEcological Clerk of Works

Department: Environment

Reporting to: Ecology Manager

Purpose of the job

The BMJV (Bouygues Murphy Joint Venture) Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) will be responsible for conducting all aspects of ecological and habitat surveys, site survey records, report production, with adherence to licence conditions and/ or pertinent legislation, and direct reporting to the Ecology Manager. Continued site checks for notable and protected species prior to clearance and destructive searches. Monitoring ecological sites and providing advice to the site construction teams regarding ecological constraints and mitigation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily ecological inspections;
• Advise site managers and contractors on ecological risk and constraints with clear practical guidance based on changing site conditions;
• Coordinate and oversee ecological mitigation measures and ecological contractors;
• Production and input into ecological appraisals and other reports;
• Notable and protected species surveys with an emphasis on reptiles and Dormouse;
• Monitor contractor adherence to ecological method statements, protected species licence conditions and the CEMP;
• Lead Toolbox Talks and site briefings;
• Implementing mitigation strategies to reduce the risk of delay to the programme;
• overseeing site operatives during watching briefs of works in ecological habitat; and
• Liaise with statutory bodies (e.g. Natural England, local authorities, Environmental Agency or the Client) to ensure compliance and resolve issues.

Skills & Experience

A degree qualification in ecology or related field and experience which demonstrates applied knowledge of ecological and environmental procedures and compliance in the construction environment.

Qualifications and experience should include:

• Ecologist and ECoW on infrastructure projects
• Supervising contractors and ensuring compliance with protected species licence requirements and environmental protection measures ;
• Protected species survey experience includes (but not limited to) reptiles, dormouse, water vole, badger, birds, amphibians (including GCN) and bats;
• Protected species translocations and mitigation;
• Ecological scoping surveys;
• Verbal and written communication skills;
• High standard of computer literacy;
• Confidence and experience to challenge designs/methodology prepared by others;
• Fully aware of regulatory, legislative and company requirements;
• Membership of CIEEM or similar; and

• CSCS Card holder.