Ecology Advisor

Overview

Permanent | Full-Time | 45 hours per week

We are recruiting an Ecologist to support a portfolio of construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring ecological considerations are fully integrated into project planning and delivery. This role helps delivery teams manage ecological risk proactively, maintain compliance with environmental legislation, and deliver projects in a sustainable and responsible way. You will work closely with internal construction teams and external specialists to promote best practice environmental management and protect biodiversity throughout the construction lifecycle.

The Role

As an Ecologist, you will provide practical, project-focused ecological support across multiple sites, helping to balance environmental protection with efficient project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Ecological Surveys & Assessments
  • Undertake ecological surveys, habitat assessments and protected species monitoring
  • Prepare and review Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), ecological reports and supporting documentation
  • Identify ecological constraints and advise project teams on appropriate mitigation measures
• Site Visits & Inspections
  • Carry out regular site visits and environmental inspections
  • Monitor compliance with ecological mitigation measures
  • Report findings and advise site teams on corrective actions where required
• Regulatory Compliance & Advice
  • Ensure compliance with UK wildlife and environmental legislation, including the Wildlife and Countryside Act and Habitats Regulations
  • Liaise with statutory consultees and environmental agencies following internal approval
  • Provide ecological input to support planning applications and client requirements
• Ecological Mitigation & Monitoring
  • Develop, implement and monitor ecological mitigation strategies during construction
  • Coordinate habitat management, species protection plans and translocations where required
  • Maintain accurate records of ecological compliance and ongoing environmental performance
• Training & Awareness
  • Deliver ecological briefings and training for site teams and contractors
  • Promote ecological awareness and good environmental practice across projects

About You

• Essential
  • Degree (or equivalent) in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
  • Strong understanding of UK wildlife and environmental legislation
  • Experience conducting surveys for bats, great crested newts, reptiles, birds, flora and habitats
  • Experience preparing or reviewing EIAs and ecological reports
  • Strong report writing, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Desirable
  • Experience working within construction or infrastructure environments
  • Membership of CIEEM or an equivalent professional body
  • Experience using GIS

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Private medical cover
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and loyalty days
• Volunteering allowance (8 hours per year)
• Employee Assistance Programme supporting mental, physical and financial wellbeing
• Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
• Company vehicle / car allowance / green car scheme (role dependent)
• Leadership, management training and structured career development
• Ongoing internal and external training support
• Long-service and continuous service awards
• A supportive, people-focused working culture