Senior Ecologist

Systra; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their team in Bristol. The role involves managing ecological aspects of high-profile infrastructure projects while providing expert advice and guidance. Candidates should hold a degree in Ecology and have relevant consultancy experience with a strong understanding of environmental legislation. This is a full-time position, offering the chance to work in a highly motivated team on significant projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in BNG assessments with botanical skills.
• Established professional Ecologist with consultancy experience.
• Full working knowledge of relevant wildlife/environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop client relationships in a client-facing role.
• Manage ecological aspects of projects effectively.
• Provide expert advice on ecological issues and legislation.

Skills

Ecologist experience

Client relationship development

Ecological survey management

Environmental legislation knowledge

Education

Degree/Master’s in Ecology or related subject

Job description

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Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day. For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland, we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

Context

SYSTRA are looking to expand our Environmental team in the UK, working on high profile infrastructure projects such as Transpennine Route Upgrade and HS2. We are building on our 50 years of success in the UK by growing our team and looking for passionate people to deliver projects across our portfolio.

We are now seeking to strengthen and grow our Environmental team, initially working as part of our Network Rail Southern Framework delivery project team, by recruiting an experienced Ecologist.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a range of experience within the Civil Engineering, Transportation, and Infrastructure sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Ecologist to further their career in a highly motivated and inspirational environment.

Missions / Main Duties

• Client-facing role – developing relationship with the client
• Managing ecological aspects of projects
• Provide expert advice and guidance on ecological issues, legislation, and best practice guidelines to clients and project teams.
• Prepare and/or review detailed ecological reports, management plans, and ecological impact assessments, presenting findings and recommendations clearly and accurately.
• Preparation of fee proposals and scope of works, report writing and technical review of peer and sub-contractor reports.
• Scheduling, managing and ensuring delivery of ecological survey work packages on time and within budget, using in‑house and sub-contractor staff.
• Undertake ecological and protected species surveys.
• Mentor and support junior staff members, providing training, guidance, and supervision as required.

Profile / Skills

• A degree / master’s in Ecology or a related subject.
• Established professional Ecologist with consultancy experience.
• Experience in BNG assessments with good botanical skills; FISC 4 or 5 preferred.
• Full working knowledge of relevant wildlife/environmental legislation, policy, the planning process, and Appropriate Assessment.
• Protected Species Licences (or willingness to work towards gaining such licences).
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Research, Analyst and Information Technology