Principal Ecologist – Infrastructure Projects Leader

VolkerWessels UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Competitive annual leave + birthday

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Training & development

Flexible working

Employee Assistance programme

Mental health support

24/7 Virtual GP

Job summary

VolkerFitzpatrick is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological strategy and delivery on major infrastructure projects in the UK. You will oversee ecological assessments, monitoring, and regulatory compliance while integrating ecological requirements into project plans.

You will mentor junior ecologists and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards across all construction phases.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects.
• Guide ecological assessment and monitoring on infrastructure schemes.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate ecological requirements.
• Mentor junior ecologists and support skill development.

Skills

Ecology leadership

BNG delivery

Strategic risk management

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Ecology

Job description

VolkerFitzpatrick is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological strategy and delivery on major infrastructure projects in the UK. You will oversee ecological assessments, monitoring, and regulatory compliance while integrating ecological requirements into project plans.

You will mentor junior ecologists and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards across all construction phases.