Senior Ecologist - Terrestrial

Senior Ecologist – Terrestrial

Join our multidisciplinary organisation as a Senior Ecologist and contribute to a wide range of projects, making a real impact.

“At Royal Haskoning

DHV, I work alongside technical experts who truly value each discipline, contribute to fascinating projects, and collaborate with colleagues internationally. That makes my work dynamic and incredibly rewarding.” – Tom Clemence, Principal Ecologist and Team Leader.

• Lead and deliver protected species surveys; coordinate survey work from proposal to completion.
• Prepare ecological reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and survey reports.
• Provide advice on mitigation measures using best practices.
• Serve as a technical expert providing ecological assessment and advice throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare Ecological Impact Assessments, Protected Species and Habitat Mitigation Strategies, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species License applications, Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments, and Method Statements.

• Extensive ecological understanding and more than 5 years of demonstrable experience on a range of development projects.
• Relevant degree or equivalent non‑degree qualification in environmental/ecological or a related subject.
• Experience delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, Protected Species and Habitat Mitigation Strategies, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species License applications, and Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments.
• Natural England protected species survey licences, especially for bats; named ecologist on mitigation licences is advantageous.
• Full CIEEM membership.
• Ecological Clerk of Works experience or liaison with contractors.
• Willingness to travel occasionally; valid UK driving licence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organisational, analytical and time‑management skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Haskoning is an independent, employee‑owned consulting engineering company with 140+ years of expertise and 6,800 employees worldwide. We focus on engineering, design, & consultancy services across diverse international projects.

We offer purpose‑driven and challenging work in a stimulating environment where employees are empowered to shape their own career paths.

• Employee ownership and investment in training, conferences, and company initiatives.
• Team‑building sessions and continued learning opportunities.
• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion and a supportive workplace culture.

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level