Senior Ecologist

SYSTRA Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in the UK seeks an experienced Ecologist to join their Environmental team. This role involves managing ecological aspects of high-profile projects, developing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a degree in Ecology or related fields and relevant consultancy experience. A fantastic opportunity to advance in a motivated environment.

Qualifications

• Established professional Ecologist with consultancy experience.
• Experienced in BNG Assessments with good botanical skills.
• Full working knowledge of wildlife/environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with clients.
• Manage ecological aspects of projects.
• Prepare and review ecological reports.
• Schedule and manage ecological survey work packages.
• Mentor and support junior staff members.

Skills

Ecological assessments

Botanical skills

Client management

Report writing

Education

Degree/Masters in Ecology

Job description

Overview

SYSTRA are looking to expand our Environmental team in the UK, working on high profile infrastructure projects such as Transpennine Route Upgrade and HS2. We are building on our 50 years of success in the UK by growing our team and looking for passionate people to deliver projects across our portfolio. We are now seeking to strengthen and grow our Environmental team, initially working as part of our Network Rail Southern Framework delivery project team, by recruiting an experienced Ecologist. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of experience within the Civil Engineering/Transportation/Infrastructure sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Ecologist to further their career in a highly motivated and inspirational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Client facing role - developing relationship with the client
• Managing ecological aspects of project
• Provide expert advice and guidance on ecological issues, legislation, and best practice guidelines to clients and project teams.
• Prepare and/or review detailed ecological reports, management plans, and ecological impact assessments, presenting findings and recommendations clearly and accurately.
• Preparation of fee proposals and scope of works, report writing and technical review of peer and sub-contractor reports
• Scheduling, managing and ensuring delivery of ecological survey work packages on time and budget, using in-house and sub-contractor staff.
• Undertaking ecological and protected species surveys
• Mentor and support junior staff members, providing training, guidance, and supervision as required.

Experience / Skills

• A Degree/ Masters in Ecology or a related subject
• Established professional Ecologist, with consultancy experience
• Experienced in BNG Assessments with good botanical skills FISC 4 or 5 preferred
• Full working knowledge of relevant wildlife/environmental legislation and policy, the planning process, and Appropriate Assessment
• Protected Species Licences (or be willing to work toward gaining such licences)
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)