Principal Ecologist — Lead Biodiversity on Major Infra
VolkerWessels UK
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Job summary
VolkerFitzpatrick, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across our construction and civil engineering projects. You will provide senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative and environmental obligations while driving biodiversity enhancement across the business.
The role requires a ecology degree, full CIEEM membership, extensive project leadership on major schemes, and strong knowledge of UK
Qualifications
- Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field.
- Full Membership of CIEEM (essential).
- Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects.
- Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across projects.
- Drive biodiversity enhancement and ensure environmental obligations are met.
Skills
Education
Job description
VolkerFitzpatrick, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across our construction and civil engineering projects. You will provide senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative and environmental obligations while driving biodiversity enhancement across the business.
The role requires a ecology degree, full CIEEM membership, extensive project leadership on major schemes, and strong knowledge of UK
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