_{29th June, 2026}

Ecologist
South and East of England
£65,000 + company vehicle + 28 days holiday & BH

A tier 1 contractor supporting the delivery of major highways and transport projects across the country, are now looking to strengthen their environmental team with an Ecologist to support a growing pipeline of work across design, construction, and maintenance schemes.

This is a great opportunity to join an expanding in-house ecology function where you’ll be involved in both fieldwork and consultancy-style project support on a wide range of infrastructure projects.

You’ll work across multiple projects, supporting ecological surveys, reporting, and environmental compliance throughout the lifecycle of infrastructure delivery.

Responsibilities of the Ecologist:

• Undertaking habitat and protected species surveys
• Supporting Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) activities on site
• Producing ecological reports and assessments
• Assisting with Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and condition surveys
• Supporting mitigation strategies and environmental compliance
• Working closely with design, construction, and operational teams
• Travelling to sites across the region and occasionally further afield
• Contributing to environmental best practice across infrastructure projects

Criteria for the Ecologist:

• Experience in ecological field surveys and reporting
• Knowledge of UK Habitat Classification and protected species surveys
• Understanding of ecological legislation, policy, and guidance
• Ability to manage workload in a fast-paced project environment
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Willingness to travel and stay away when required
• Full UK driving licence

Why this role?
This is a chance to join a business that is actively investing in its environmental capability and plays a key role in delivering and maintaining critical UK infrastructure.

You’ll get exposure to a wide variety of projects, species, and habitats with real opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and expanding team.

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