Senior Ecologist – Kier Group
Due to the rapid and exciting growth of our internal environmental consultancy services, we are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering a wide range of dynamic projects across the UK, spanning the road, rail, water, and property sectors.
Location and Contract
Nationwide – travel to sites and offices required with remote working available.
Permanent, full‑time, 37.5 hours per week with flexibility.
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per year + £5.9k annual car allowance, private healthcare and benefits.
What will you be responsible for?
* Lead technical ecological advice, designing surveys, mitigation strategies and licences.
* Champion nature‑based solutions and drive innovation across the business, ensuring sustainability.
* Support the delivery of ecological consultancy services across road, rail, water and property sectors.
* Lead ecology services and implement appropriate mitigation and enhancements.
* Author and review technical ecological documents.
* Oversee the management of construction risks associated with ecology.
* Lead and contribute to client, stakeholder and technical meetings.
* Actively promote environmental principles, best practice and innovation.
What we are looking for
* Ecology degree or equivalent experience.
* CIEEM full member (or working towards) or equivalent.
* Holder of a UK protected species licence.
* Strong working knowledge of UK Habitat survey, habitat condition assessments, Defra Biodiversity Metric and Biodiversity Net Gain plans.
* Full driving licence.
Rewards and Benefits
We offer a range of benefits that can be tailored to your needs, including private healthcare, a car allowance, personal career development and more.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are a Disability Confident employer and we are committed to diversity and inclusion. Our employees shape our policies and we ensure fair and proportionate opportunities for disabled applicants whose skills match the role. Learn about our D&I action plan.
Application Requirements
Due to the nature of this role, a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check is required. Applicants with convictions will be treated on a case‑by‑case basis, with no discrimination. Some roles may be subject to further pre‑employment checks.
We look forward to your application.
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