Senior Ecologist

Due to the rapid and exciting growth of our internal environmental consultancy services, we're looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our team. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in delivering a diverse range of projects across the UK, spanning the road, rail, water, and property sectors. A full driving licence is essential for this role.

Penrith, Cumbria – travel to sites and offices required, with remote working available.

37.5 hours per week – some flexibility on hours available if desired.

£40,000 – £50,000 per year + £5.9k annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

• Supporting the delivery of ecological consultancy services across sectors including road, rail, water, and property.
• Leading ecology services and implementing appropriate mitigation and enhancements.
• Authoring and reviewing technical ecological documents.
• Overseeing the management of construction risks associated with ecology.
• Leading and contributing to client, stakeholder, and technical meetings, actively promoting environmental principles, best practice, and innovation.

• A degree in Ecology or equivalent experience.
• Full membership of CIEEM (or working towards), or equivalent.
• A UK protected species licence.
• Strong working knowledge and experience of UK Habitat survey, habitat condition assessments, Defra Biodiversity Metric, and Biodiversity Net Gain plans.

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We offer a variety of tailored benefits, including private healthcare and annual car allowance.