Ecologist

AtkinsRéalis

. Undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeEpsom • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ecological assessment, habitat design, and project management, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality ecological reports and engaging effectively with stakeholders. Proficient in conducting various ecological surveys and assessments while maintaining compliance with wildlife legislation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Ecological AssessmentUKHab SurveysEcological Impact AssessmentField Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) Level 3+Membership of CIEEM

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Hard Skills

Ecological MitigationBiodiversity Net Gain AssessmentsProtected Species SurveyReport WritingProject Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationStakeholder EngagementClient Relationship Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) Level 3+Membership of CIEEM

Industry Keywords

Wildlife LegislationEcological DeliverablesNature Recovery ProjectsEcology LeadSecurity Clearance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects
Develop innovative and pragmatic approaches to ecological mitigation and compensation
Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders and clients
Deliver clear, concise and high-quality ecological deliverables in line with current guidance and good practice
Act as ecology lead on projects
Manage tasks and projects
Work individually and collaboratively in a team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

A passion for ecology
Good working knowledge of the natural environment and wildlife legislation
Ability to undertake UKHab surveys, Preliminary Ecological Assessment, Ecological Impact Assessment and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments
Good report writing skills
Strong botanical skills, including Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) level 3+ or demonstrable equivalent botanical ability
Experience in protected species survey, mitigation and licensing
Understanding of work winning through bidding and maintaining strong client relationships
Ability to manage ecology deliverables and projects from bidding through completion
Membership of CIEEM or equivalent
Full driving licence
May require relevant security clearance
May require proof of UK residency for 5 years or longer for security vetting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible and remote working policies
Competitive salaries
Employee rewards
Flexible benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices
Training and professional development opportunities
Hybrid working culture
Flexible holiday allowances
Family-friendly and inclusive employment policies
Employee resource groups
Disability Confident interview commitment for applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria