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- Oversee de-risking and mitigation of ecology-related risks throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and conducting ecological walkovers for protected species.
- Review contractors’ ecological documentation (Method Statements, PEAs, biodiversity assessments) to ensure standards are met, and support biodiversity net gain (BNG) commitments on major projects.
- Act as the key link between Capital Delivery and stakeholders, driving contractor compliance with BNG targets and promoting ecological awareness to embed environmental responsibility.
- Assist managers in engaging with regulators, environmental groups, and stakeholders to ensure adherence to environmental legislation at project and programme levels.
- A degree or a master's in Ecology, Conservation, Earth Sciences or a related topic.
- Full member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management. (CIEEM) (preferred).
- Protected species survey knowledge especially badgers and birds
- Expertise with the industry standard Biodiversity Metric.
- Confidence to speak to all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
- Background of working on large projects.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with gravitas and ability to influence and lead
- Comprehensive knowledge of Ecology practices and conservation
- Passionate about Ecology
