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Ecology Advisor
Job summary
A leading civil engineering contractor in the UK is seeking an Ecology Advisor to integrate ecological expertise into major infrastructure projects. You will conduct ecological surveys, prepare reports, and advise project teams on compliance with wildlife legislation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Ecology or Environmental Science, experience in construction, and strong communication skills. This role offers a salary between £50,000 to £60,000 plus a car allowance, with opportunities for career development.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation and protected species.
- Experience within construction or infrastructure environments.
- Full UK driving licence is essential.
Responsibilities
- Conduct ecological surveys and habitat assessments.
- Prepare and review ecological reports and EIAs.
- Advise project teams on ecological constraints and risks.
- Monitor compliance with environmental legislation.
Skills
Education
Ecology Advisor: We are recruiting for an Ecology Advisor to join a leading civil engineering contractor working on major infrastructure programmes. This role offers the opportunity to integrate ecological expertise into large scale construction, water and utilities, transport and built environment projects, contributing to sustainable delivery across multiple disciplines.
- Conduct ecological surveys, habitat assessments and protected species monitoring
- Prepare and review ecological reports, EIAs and supporting documentation
- Advise project teams on ecological constraints, risks and mitigation strategies
- Undertake site visits and inspections to monitor ecological compliance
- Ensure compliance with UK wildlife, environmental and ecology legislation
- Support planning applications with ecological input
- Develop and implement ecological mitigation and monitoring plans
- Coordinate habitat management, species protection plans and translocation activity
- Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline
- Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, habitats regulations and protected species requirements
- Experience within construction, water, utilities or infrastructure environments
- Experience conducting ecological surveys and assessments and producing reports
- Ability to interpret ecological constraints and provide practical advice
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Competent with Microsoft Office; GIS experience desirable
- Full UK driving licence is essential
- Salary £50,000 to £60,000 plus car allowance
- Opportunity to support long term infrastructure delivery programmes across multiple sectors
- Career development within a Tier One delivery environment
- Please apply with an up-to-date CV
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