Ecologist

You will play a key role in developing our ecology offer, providing technical expertise, strategic advice and innovative thinking across a diverse portfolio of projects. Working across landscape architecture, urban design, public realm, strategic planning and development, you will help ensure ecological thinking is embedded throughout the design process, delivering positive outcomes for biodiversity, people and place.

This role combines technical ecological consultancy with the opportunity to influence design, contribute to business growth and help build an ecology team within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

• Lead and deliver ecological advice across a range of projects.
• Prepare and oversee Biodiversity Net Gain assessments using the statutory biodiversity metric.
• Plan and undertake a variety of ecological assessments, in particular preliminary ecological appraisals, UK Hab assessments and protected species surveys.
• Produce Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs), Landscape and Ecological Management Plans (LEMPs), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) and supporting ecological reports.
• Work collaboratively with landscape architects, urban designers and planners to integrate biodiversity into project design from concept through to delivery.
• Develop Nature-based Solutions for water management, climate resilience, habitat creation and green infrastructure.
• Advise clients on environmental legislation, planning policy, Biodiversity Net Gain requirements and ecological best practice.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, statutory consultees and other stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of fee proposals, marketing materials and ecological requirements within tenders
• Contribute to business development, client relationships and the growth of the ecology service.

BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that’s built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.

We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan’s Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.

Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we’re designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.

We’re proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world—one that leaves every place better than we found it.

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) (or working towards Chartered status).
• Strong understanding of UK ecological legislation, planning policy and Biodiversity Net Gain.
• Experience of using the statutory Biodiversity Metric.
• Experience undertaking UKHab surveys and ecological assessments.
• Experience preparing EcIA, PEA and BNG reports.
• Excellent written communication and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Protected species survey licence and Level 1 Class bat licence.
• Experience preparing Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans.
• GIS skills (QGIS or ArcGIS).
• Experience advising on Nature-based…