Senior Ecologist
Who we are & what we stand for
BWB Consulting is a renowned engineering and environmental design consultancy, celebrated for our commitment to technical excellence and unparalleled client satisfaction. Our dedication to delivering exceptional results has earned us multiple awards, including the prestigious ACE Best Large Consultancy of the year 2022.
Furthermore, we are honoured to hold the Platinum Investors In People rating, and Gold We Invest in Wellbeing rating, a testament to our unwavering focus on our people and our standing as an employer of choice.
Our Commitments:
We strive for excellence in everything we do, delivering top-tier solutions and exceeding client expectations.
We embrace innovation and continuously seek new and better ways to address challenges and drive progress.
We uphold the highest standards of integrity, honesty, and professionalism in all our interactions.
We foster a culture of collaboration, working closely with clients and partners to achieve shared goals.
We are committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, integrating sustainable practices into our work to create a positive impact on the world around us.
Investing in Our People:
Join BWB, a company recognised with the Gold accreditation for We Invest in Wellbeing, highlighting our commitment to exceptional wellbeing practices. We are also proud to maintain our Platinum status in We Invest in People, reflecting our ongoing dedication to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and strives to make work better for everyone.
Making a Difference:
When you join BWB, you become part of a community that values your contributions and empowers you to make a difference. Whether it's through your work on impactful projects, engagement with local communities, or advancement of your own career, you will have the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the world.
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If you are looking for a company that values excellence, innovation, and the wellbeing of its people, then BWB Consulting is the place for you. Explore our guide Working for BWB to learn more about why we are an award-winning company and start your journey with us today
What you’ll be doing
With an in-depth commercial understanding of the ecological calendar our team can advise on the surveys most appropriate for any development programme. Join us in providing pragmatic solutions to all ecological problems with a focus on economical and cost-effective solutions for Clients.
- Providing ecological services during all aspects of the development cycle
- Completing biodiversity net gain metrics
- Delivering work sourced directly by BWB
- Delivering a high-quality service to Clients, with cost-effective and innovative solutions to issues
- Supporting our Clients on projects both locally and throughout the UK as required
- Working collaboratively, inputting into projects across the BWB Offices
- Mentoring and developing early career ecologists within the team
- Offering numerous opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration to provide a better service to our Clients
What you’ll bring
- At least 5 years experience of working within ecological consultancy
- Experience of the whole biodiversity net gain process
- Expertise in all aspects of ecological surveying and reporting
- Protected species licence(s)
- The ability to hold species mitigation licence(s) including bats and great crested newts
- Experience in BREEAM Ecology Assessments
- An excellent knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain and its application
- A proven track record in the industry, with the ability to work with colleagues, Clients and regulatory bodies
- Experience of working independently and managing own workload
- Proven experience of delivering projects to time with no compromise on quality and within cost constraints
- Skills and ability to work within and mentor high performing teams
- Ornithological experience desirable
- CIEEM Membership
- Full driving licence
What we offer:
Empowering you to be your most authentic self
- Competitive Salary
- Pension – BWB matches 5% of your salary into your pension to help save for the future
- 25 days holiday with the option to purchase more
- Life Assurance 4 x salary
- Wellbeing support – qualified confidential support through Westfield Health
- Healthcare cash plan
Driving your own experience
- Values driven culture
- Hybrid working
- Access to personalised fully funded Learning & Development opportunities
- Charterships
- Paid professional subscriptions
- Perkbox - Access to exclusive savings, discounts, free advice and benefits
- Cycle to Work
- Paid volunteering days
- Regular social events
- Long service reward scheme
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.
- Department
- Ecology
- Role
- Senior Ecologist
- Locations
- BWB Birmingham - Livery Place, BWB Leeds - Whitehall Waterfront, BWB London - Borough High Street, BWB Manchester - Westminster House, BWB Nottingham - Waterfront House
- Reference Number
- E23-20
- Remote Status
- Hybrid
Senior Ecologist
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