Senior Ecologist

As a Senior Ecologist, you'll be working within the Kier Design team, supporting them in delivering ecological services on a high-profile landscape-led major highways project in Gloucestershire. The role will predominantly provide support on the A417 Missing Link project, with the opportunity to also support on a wider portfolio of projects. You'll be site-based and responsible for overseeing the delivery of ecological mitigation including the construction of a green bridge, numerous wildlife crossings and vast areas of habitat creation.

Your day to day will include:

Leading on the delivery of ecological services on the A417, as well as other projects across road, rail, water and property sectors

Overseeing the management of construction risks associated with ecology and ensuring mitigation measures are correctly implemented

Supervising contractors to ensure compliance with environmental management plans, consents, licences and agreed methodologies

Carrying out pre-construction checks, regular site inspections and producing toolbox talks

Leading client and stakeholder meetings whilst mentoring junior ecologists

This role of Senior Ecologist is great for you if:

You hold an ecology degree or equivalent experience and are a member of CIEEM or equivalent

Have demonstrable experience as an ecologist on projects with a robust understanding of UK nature conservation legislation and policy

Can demonstrate strong report writing skills and the ability to communicate technical information clearly

Are experienced working collaboratively with designers and other key stakeholders effectively