Lead Principal Ecologist for Major Infrastructure Projects

VolkerWessels UK Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Competitive annual leave + birthday

Option to buy additional annual leave

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Shopping vouchers & discounts

Skills-based training & development

Enhanced maternity benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Assistance programme

Mental/physical health support

Job summary

VolkerFitzpatrick, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking a Principal Ecologist in the Birmingham area to lead ecology across major infrastructure projects. You will drive biodiversity outcomes, provide technical leadership, and mentor junior staff within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes strategic risk management, collaboration with engineers and project managers, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards while supporting business growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of BNG measurement and delivery.
• Leadership and mentoring.
• Strategic risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecology on major infrastructure projects and drive delivery.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to ecology team.
• Support risk assessment and mitigation related to biodiversity and nature-based solutions.

Skills

Extensive ecology leadership

Education

Degree in Ecology/Environmental Science

Job description

VolkerFitzpatrick, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking a Principal Ecologist in the Birmingham area to lead ecology across major infrastructure projects. You will drive biodiversity outcomes, provide technical leadership, and mentor junior staff within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes strategic risk management, collaboration with engineers and project managers, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards while supporting business growth and innovation.