Ecological Consultant

Develop your ecology career with ADAS while helping protect British wildlife

We’re looking for an Ecological Consultant to join our growing ecology team, working across a variety of project locations based around Leeds.

This role is ideal for an ecologist with 2–3 years’ professional experience who is looking to build on their existing skills and take the next step in their consultancy career. You’ll work closely with Senior and Principal Ecologists, supporting the delivery of projects while gaining increasing responsibility.

As an Ecological Consultant at ADAS, you will play a key role in delivering field surveys, preparing technical reports, and supporting project management across a diverse portfolio, including infrastructure and development projects.

• Undertaking a range of ecological field surveys (including habitat and protected species surveys), often independently
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting survey data to inform project outcomes
• Preparing and contributing to technical reports, such as PEAs, EcIAs and species‑specific surveys
• Supporting the coordination and delivery of projects, ensuring work is completed to programme and budget
• Liaising with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders under the guidance of senior staff
• Ensuring compliance with wildlife legislation, policy, and best practice guidance

• Competitive salary, depending on skills and experience
• Company‑paid life assurance
• Contributed pension scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Regular career training and development
• Flexible benefits programme, including the option to buy additional holidays and a health cash plan

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.