Ecologist

Ecologist

Full-Time No working from home possible
Hays Construction and Property

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Conduct habitat assessments and protected species surveys for exciting infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Established ecological consultancy with over 40 years of experience.
  • Benefits: Competitive day rate, flexible contract, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with travel opportunities and a supportive team environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in conservation while working on impactful projects.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience as an Ecologist and relevant ecology qualifications.

Your new company is part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others.

Your new role involves supporting an ongoing infrastructure project. You will be conducting habitat assessments, protected species surveys, ECoW and producing reports of your findings for the client, alongside any other support on the project they may require. This contract can be offered outside IR35.

What you’ll need to succeed:

  • Proven experience working as an Ecologist
  • Experience in conducting habitat assessment
  • Ability to deliver clear reports
  • Experience with Protected species surveying
  • Protected Species Licences are desirable
  • Relevant ecology qualifications or professional membership
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites
  • Own PPE (Required) / Specialist equipment is desirable
  • CSCS Card

What you’ll get in return:

£150 - £300 day rate DOE.

Ecologist employer: Hays Construction and Property

As a leading ecological consultancy with over 40 years of experience, our company is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment for our ecologists. We offer competitive day rates, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work on impactful infrastructure and conservation projects across the UK. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages growth in a dynamic and meaningful field.

Hays Construction and Property

Contact Details:

Hays Construction and Property Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Ecologist

Habitat Assessment
Protected Species Surveys
Report Writing
Ecology Qualifications
Protected Species Licences
Ecological Consultancy
Project Support