Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.This role is responsible for leading and coordinating ecology, biodiversity and statutory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) services across projects. You'll act as the technical authority, ensuring delivery is compliant and aligned with planning, legal and client requirements.Ecology and biodiversity servicesOverall accountability for ecology and biodiversity data across projects, including statutory biodiversity metrics, habitat condition assessments and BNG performance throughout the project lifecycle.Technical assurance of all ecology outputs, including QA of PEAs, UKHab mapping, BNG metrics, EcIAs, HMMPs, Biodiversity Gain Plans and planning submissions.Setting service excellence standards to ensure outputs are consistent, defensible and aligned with industry guidance (CIEEM, DEFRA, Natural England)Developing delivery strategies and supporting fee proposals, including defining scope and challenging inefficiencies, cost risks or over-scoped work.Driving digital innovation, including GIS-enabled tools for ecological screening, BNG assessments and data integration.Integrating wider nature-based metrics (BNG, EBN, UGF and ecosystem services) to inform design, reporting and sustainability outcomes.Team leadership and collaborationManaging and mentoring ecology team members, including technical development in statutory metric application, condition assessment and planning compliance.Working closely with landscape, sustainability and design teams to embed ecology early and influence layout, red line boundaries, landscape strategy and cost planning.Maintaining strong links across internal nature and sustainability teams to ensure consistency and sharing of best practice.Project and account oversightEnsuring appropriate ecology resourcing and technical capability is in place across all project stages.Acting as the escalation point for ecology and BNG risks, identifying gaps between approved strategies and actual delivery.Advising on BNG strategy, planning risk, programme impacts and cost implications.Supporting construction-stage ecology delivery (e.g. Supporting KPI reporting and contributing to digital reporting tools (e.g. Power BI)Developing and delivering training for internal teams and PMs to improve commissioning and understanding of ecology and BNG.Providing horizon scanning on policy, legislation and market trends (e.g. BNG, NSIPs, exemptions)Ensuring legal compliance of BNG delivery mechanisms, including S106 agreements, conservation covenants and third-party land arrangements.Providing commercial and programme assurance by identifying cost risks and driving value through proportionate delivery.Strong technical expertise in ecology and biodiversity, including the statutory biodiversity metric, habitat condition assessment and planning policy.A solid understanding of planning and BNG legislation and how this influences design and delivery.Commercial awareness, including the ability to manage scope, challenge costs and deliver value.We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.#Full-time
Ecologist - Working From Home in Birmingham employer: Mace group
Mace is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, integrity, and client focus, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. As a Programme Integration Lead in Cumbria, you will benefit from hybrid working options, comprehensive health coverage, and generous leave policies, all while contributing to a high-profile Defence programme of national importance. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and continuous improvement, Mace empowers its team members to excel and make a meaningful impact in their roles.
