Ecologist

• Act as the on-site ECoW, providing ecological mitigation, tool-box talks, and watching briefs for construction crews
• Conduct robust ecological surveys, specifically focusing on nesting birds, bats, and dormice
• Collaborate with the site engineering teams to ensure working methods align with environmental permits and legislation
• Report directly to the Lead Ecologist, who will manage and schedule your day-to-day site activities
• Safely manage your workload across a flexible rota, which will include essential night works and occasional weekend shifts to align with construction phases

• Species Expertise: Proven experience conducting surveys and mitigation for bats, nesting birds, and dormice
• Licensing: Holder of a valid Dormouse survey/mitigation licence (Class 1 or equivalent) is highly desirable/essential
• Infrastructure Experience: Prior experience working on-site with Tier 1 main contractors or on large-scale highways/infrastructure projects
• Flexibility: Willingness to work full-time on site, including night shifts and weekends as required by the construction schedule
• Certifications: Valid CSCS card is required for site access
• Communication: Strong communication skills to confidently advise site managers and contractors on compliance

Holder of a valid Dormouse survey/mitigation licence (Class 1 or equivalent) is highly desirable

• Scale: The opportunity to add a prestigious, large-scale Tier 1 highways project to your portfolio
• Structure: Work within a supportive environmental team with schedules managed by a Lead Ecologist
• Compensations: Competitive day rates / salary (plus uplift for night and weekend work)