Senior Ecology Consultant

AtkinsRéalis; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance for dependents

Annual leave

Flexible/hybrid work

Relocation assistance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Bengaluru seeks an experienced ecologist to contribute to international projects. You will author technical ecological reports, analyse bat data, and apply GIS for biodiversity assessments, while coordinating with UK teams and meeting deadlines.

Ideal candidates have 8–10 years of UK ecology experience, proficiency in Anabat Insight and Kaleidoscope, GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS), and strong data/reporting skills, with knowledge of UK/EU wildlife policy and licensing.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, or Environmental Engineering.
• 8-10 years of experience in UK ecology projects.
• Experience with Anabat Insight/Kaleidoscope.
• Proficient in GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS).
• Familiarity with UKHab classification and Defra Metric.
• Strong data analysis and report writing skills.
• Understanding of UK/EU Wildlife Legislation, planning policies, and licensing.
• Membership of CIEEM.

Responsibilities

• Author technical ecological reports.
• Analyse bat sound data (Anabat Insight/Kaleidoscope).
• Use GIS tools (QGIS/ArcGIS) for desk studies, site scoping, protected species records, and biodiversity net gain assessments.
• Work to tight deadlines using approved methodologies.
• Collaborate with team members and manage workload independently.
• Liaise daily with UK teams and build strong working relationships.
• Support bid preparation and manage work enquiries under senior guidance.
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required by process leads.
• Engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Prioritization

Independent work

Team leadership

CPD

Adaptability

Quick learner

Education

Degree in Ecology/Environmental Sciences/Environmental Engineering

Member of CIEEM

Tools

QGIS

ArcGIS

Anabat Insight

Kaleidoscope

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's leading consultancies operating in the built and natural environment. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We are proud to say it is thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. We offer unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career both in India and around the world. Our teams are proud to deliver on some of the most prestigious projects across the world. It's thanks to our talented people and their diverse thinking, expertise and knowledge. Join us and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and expertise.

Your role

• Author technical ecological reports.

• Analyse bat sound data (Anabat Insight/Kaleidoscope).
• Use GIS tools (QGIS/ArcGIS) for desk studies, site scoping, protected species records, and biodiversity net gain assessments.
• Work to tight deadlines using approved methodologies.
• Collaborate with team members and manage workload independently.
• Liaise daily with UK teams and build strong working relationships.
• Support bid preparation and manage work enquiries under senior guidance.
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required by process leads.
• Engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

About you

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, or Environmental Engineering.
• 8-10 years of experience in UK ecology projects.
• Experience with Anabat Insight/Kaleidoscope.
• Proficient in GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS).
• Familiarity with UKHab classification and Defra Metric.
• Strong data analysis and report writing skills.
• Understanding of UK/EU Wildlife Legislation, planning policies, and licensing.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and focused on technical excellence.
• Strong collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Effective in report writing, presentations, and verbal communication.
• Quick learner, adaptable, and organized.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Works independently or in multidisciplinary teams.
• Understands time‑budget‑performance relationship.
• Open to feedback, career discussions, and team leadership.
• Shares knowledge and complies with Health & Safety policies.
• Experience in international projects.
• Project management (technical, financial, QA).
• Membership of CIEEM.

Reward & benefits

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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