We are working with a well-established and rapidly expanding environmental consultancy and contractor that has secured a major two-year habitat relocation project as part of one of the largest industrial redevelopment schemes in the region for a generation. Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint three Consultant-level Terrestrial Ecologists to join the project team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a landmark environmental programme involving habitat relocation, habitat creation, major earthworks, and associated civil engineering works across multiple sites. Working alongside experienced ecologists, environmental specialists, and construction teams, you will play a key role in ensuring ecological compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
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Undertake protected species surveys, monitoring, and ecological supervision.
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Provide Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) support during construction activities.
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Deliver habitat relocation and habitat creation works in line with project requirements.
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Advise site teams and contractors on ecological constraints and mitigation measures.
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Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, licence conditions, and planning requirements.
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Record and report ecological data, producing accurate site records and technical information.
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Work collaboratively with project managers, environmental supervisors, and construction teams across multiple sites.
Candidate Requirements
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Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
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Approximately 3–5 years' relevant professional experience in terrestrial ecology.
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Experience delivering ecological surveys and construction support on infrastructure or environmental projects.
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Natural England WML-CL08 Level 1 Class Licence for Great Crested Newt surveys.
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Natural England WML-CL17 Class Licence to disturb bats.
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Experience as an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW).
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Good working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological best practice.
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Strong IT skills, including experience using GIS software.
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Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
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Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
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Emergency First Aid qualification.
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Membership of CIEEM, CIWEM, or an equivalent professional body.
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Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, environmental, or civil engineering projects.
What's on Offer
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Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most significant environmental regeneration projects.
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Initial 24-month programme with the potential for further work.
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership.
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A collaborative working environment with a growing environmental specialist offering genuine long-term career opportunities
