Ecologist-BNG specialist

Ecologist (BNG specialist) Flexible-across-UK

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Overview

Shape the future of our cities and environments. Join our organisation, where we have a huge variety of projects on‑the‑go at any one time. When you start this role, it could take your career wherever your interests lie. Everyone here is willing to pitch in and help because we all want you to succeed and we are ready to help you grow. We want you to get the most out of your life, so talk to us about all our flexible and remote working policies that can support your personal priorities. We have recent pledges for Women\’s Equality and we are a ‘Disability Confident’ and ‘Inclusive Employer.’ Our ecology team strives to make a positive difference to the natural environment, working closely with other disciplines to engage in projects from the outset, ensuring ecology is considered at the earliest possible stage. This collaborative working helps to drive forward nature positive schemes that we are proud of.

Our award‑winning team of over 130 ecologists (including the President of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and three CIEEM Fellows) works across a range of exciting habitat creation, research, development and major infrastructure projects. We design new innovations and help inform policy. We also understand that people do not always take the university route; we are open to ecologists without a degree and are working closely with CIEEM to make entry into the environmental industry more inclusive. For us it is experience, knowledge and the ability to fit in well with our existing team of ecologists that really matters.

Your role

• Working individually but also collaboratively in a team environment.
• Undertaking ecological assessment and habitat design for a variety of development and nature recovery projects.
• Developing innovative and pragmatic approaches to ecological mitigation and compensation.
• Collaborating within multi‑disciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders / clients.
• Delivering clear and concise, high quality ecological deliverables in line with current guidance and good practice.
• Acting as ecology lead on projects.
• Task / project management.

About You

• A passion for ecology.
• A good working knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain legislation, policy and methods, the natural environment and wildlife legislation.
• The ability to undertake Biodiversity Net Gain assessments including feasibility assessments, baseline assessments and post‑works assessments.
• Good report writing skills including experience of authoring Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs).
• Strong botanical skills, including Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) level 4 or demonstrable botanical ability matching this level.
• Competent using GIS and/or other geospatial applications.
• Strong botanical skills, including FISC level 3+ or demonstrable botanical ability matching this level.
• Experience in protected species survey, mitigation and licensing.
• An understanding of the importance of work winning, through both bidding and maintaining strong client relationships.
• The ability to manage ecology deliverables / projects from bidding through to completion.
• Membership of CIEEM or equivalent.
• Full driving licence.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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 are committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology