Ecologist

Job Description

Shape the future of our cities and environments. Our ecology team of more than 130 ecologists works across a range of habitat creation, research, development and major infrastructure projects, driving forward nature‑positive schemes. We are flexible, inclusive and supportive, providing an environment where your experience, knowledge and teamwork are valued over a university degree.

As an ecological specialist you will work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver ecological assessment and habitat design solutions across development and nature recovery projects.

• Conduct ecological assessment and habitat design for a variety of development and nature recovery projects.
• Develop innovative and pragmatic approaches to ecological mitigation and compensation.
• Collaborate within multi‑disciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders and clients.
• Deliver clear, concise and high‑quality ecological deliverables in line with current guidance and good practice.
• Act as ecology lead on projects, overseeing task and project management.

• Passion for ecology and a good working knowledge of natural environment and wildlife legislation.
• Capability to undertake UKHab surveys, Preliminary Ecological Assessment, Ecological Impact Assessment and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Strong report‑writing skills.
• Strong botanical skills, including a Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) level3+ or equivalent botanical ability.
• Experience in protected species survey, mitigation and licensing.
• Understanding of the importance of winning work, through both bidding and maintaining client relationships.
• Ability to manage ecology deliverables and projects from bidding through to completion.
• Membership of CIEEM or equivalent professional body.
• Full driving licence.

• Competitive salaries and employee rewards.
• Flexible holiday allowances and hybrid working culture.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle benefits tailored to individual needs.

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, thrive and develop to be the best they can be.

AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems, offering end‑to‑end services across the full life cycle of assets.