Ecologist

Location: Pitlochry

Ecologist – Major Roads Project

Location:

Pitlochry, Perthshire
Salary: £35,000–£45,000 depending on experience

Contract:

Full-time, permanent

We are recruiting an Ecologist on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a major new roads project in Pitlochry.

Working closely with the environmental and construction teams, you will provide practical ecological advice, helping protect habitats and wildlife throughout construction.

Key responsibilities

* Carry out ecological surveys, pre-construction checks and site inspections.

* Provide ecological advice to engineers, site teams and subcontractors.

* Support the implementation of ecological mitigation measures and species protection plans.

* Monitor works to ensure compliance with ecological requirements, licences and planning conditions.

* Maintain accurate survey records and prepare ecological reports.

* Deliver toolbox talks and briefings to improve ecological awareness on site.

* Liaise with environmental specialists and relevant stakeholders.

About you

* A degree or relevant qualification in Ecology or a related subject.

* Experience in an ecological role, ideally supporting construction or infrastructure projects.

* Knowledge of Scottish wildlife legislation, protected species and habitat management.

* Good communication and report-writing skills.

* A practical approach and confidence working with construction teams.

* A full UK driving licence.

Previous Ecological Works experience, protected species survey licences and CIEEM membership would be advantageous