Senior Ecologist – Rail Projects & Client Leadership

AtkinsRéalis; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced ecologist to work within the rail market, collaborating with clients to deliver practical biodiversity solutions. You will plan field surveys, analyse results and coordinate mitigation across multi-disciplinary projects, contributing to reports and licence applications.

The role offers mentoring, opportunities toward Chartership, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement across the UK.

Qualifications

• Full membership of CIEEM, or working towards it.
• Experience with Preliminary Ecological Assessments and Ecological Impact Assessments.
• Licence for dormouse or bat is desirable.
• UK habitat surveys and Defra Biodiversity Metric knowledge.
• Full UK/EU driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Client facing interaction – understand clients' requirements.
• Plan and undertake field surveys; analyse results.
• Design and coordinate ecological mitigation.
• Author and check ecological reports and licence applications.
• Interdisciplinary engagement and cross-sell opportunities.
• Mentor and support staff towards Chartership; training.

Skills

CIEEM membership

Ecology field surveys

Report writing

Habitat Regulations Assessment

Driving licence

Education

Degree not required

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced ecologist to work within the rail market, collaborating with clients to deliver practical biodiversity solutions. You will plan field surveys, analyse results and coordinate mitigation across multi-disciplinary projects, contributing to reports and licence applications.

The role offers mentoring, opportunities toward Chartership, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement across the UK.