Parkside

Senior Project Manager Pre-Construction An established infrastructure and design consultancy is seeking Senior Project Managers with experience in pre-construction to join their growing Project Delivery team. Experience with NEC4 contracts would be an advantage. This is an exciting opportunity to lead projects that directly impact local communities, focusing on the design, improvement, and delivery of sustainable infrastructure and transport solutions. Key Responsibilities: Lead the pre-construction stage of multiple infrastructure and engineering projects, ensuring time, cost, and quality targets are achieved. Provide specialist project management input during pre-construction, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and standards. Oversee and mentor project staff, supporting technical development and maintaining performance standards. Promote collaboration across the business to ensure effective resourcing and workflow management. Represent the company as an expert witness when required. About You: Degree in Project Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, with experience in highways or civil engineering. Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software, with an understanding of data management systems. Knowledge of land acquisition, statutory procedures, consultation, contract management, and funding bids. A proactive, motivated individual with strong delivery focus. A full UK driving licence is required. What s on Offer: Competitive salary Hybrid working Employee discounts and benefits Additional leave allowance Free on-site parking Ongoing career development opportunities

Project Engineer A leading infrastructure and design consultancy is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Infrastructure Design team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of civil engineering and highways projects that make a real impact on local communities. The company continues to grow across the Midlands and is committed to delivering sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions that improve connectivity, safety, and community well-being. Key Responsibilities: Design and manage the delivery of highway and civil engineering projects, meeting quality, programme, and financial objectives. Provide specialist design, technical, and cost advice to colleagues, clients, and external partners. Evaluate and authorise externally designed schemes, ensuring compliance with design specifications and safety standards. Collaborate closely with construction and commercial teams to coordinate project delivery and maintain efficient workflows. Lead on consultation and stakeholder engagement, liaising with clients, public bodies, and community representatives. About You: Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, with relevant experience in highway or civil design. Strong ICT and design software skills, including proficiency with tools used in highway and civil engineering projects. In-depth knowledge of design standards, contracts, and procedures applicable to civil and highway engineering. Awareness of health and safety legislation, traffic management, and best practice in construction and maintenance. Experience across all stages of project delivery, from feasibility through to construction. What s on Offer: Competitive salary Hybrid working arrangements Employee discounts and benefits Additional leave entitlement Free on-site parking Ongoing career development opportunities

Senior Ecologist Our client, a well-established and forward-thinking ecological consultancy, is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their expanding team based at their head office near Tetbury, in the heart of the beautiful Gloucestershire Cotswolds. Just a short distance from Stroud recently voted the best place to live in the UK this is an excellent opportunity to work in an inspiring environment surrounded by nature. Key Responsibilities Manage a range of small to medium-scale ecological projects Produce and review high-quality technical reports Support client liaison, prepare quotations, and manage project budgets Plan and allocate resources effectively across multiple projects Lead complex ecological surveys, supervising both internal and external teams Contribute to the Ecology Team s wider vision and objectives Collaborate closely with the in-house Habitats Team to design and deliver bespoke mitigation and enhancement schemes that provide genuine, lasting benefits for wildlife Essential Skills & Experience Proven project management experience within ecological consultancy Strong technical report writing skills Ability to identify and manage risks and opportunities effectively Experience in leading, mentoring, and coordinating survey teams Excellent knowledge of UK and European wildlife legislation and the planning system Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain effective client and team relationships under pressure Experience preparing fee proposals and managing project budgets Desirable Skills A specialist area of ecological expertise (e.g. aquatic ecology, botany, ornithology, invertebrates, or bats) Holder of one or more protected species survey and/or development licences Experience using the Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) metric Proven ability to design and implement effective, innovative mitigation strategies for protected species Experience writing higher-level technical documents such as Environmental Statement ecology chapters About Our Client Our client has been delivering ecological consultancy services for over 20 years, maintaining steady growth, commercial stability, and an outstanding reputation for excellence. They work across all industry sectors and project scales from the UK s largest infrastructure schemes to bespoke conservation-driven projects. They are rapidly expanding their Biodiversity Net Gain services, building on a strong track record in habitat creation, restoration, and mitigation. A key differentiator is their in-house Habitats contracting team, which works closely with the ecology team to ensure practical, effective, and successful implementation of mitigation and habitat creation schemes on the ground. The company has a professional yet close-knit team culture, with a focus on collaboration, development, and enjoyment at work. Regular quarterly staff appreciation events and team days help maintain a supportive, positive working environment. What s on Offer Competitive salary (dependent on experience) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid working options Company vehicles for meetings and site visits Quarterly staff appreciation events Community and volunteering initiatives Continued career development with an annual CPD and training budget Company pension and sick pay Private medical insurance Access to qualified Mental Health First Aiders Beautiful Cotswolds office location with free on-site parking

Principal Ecologist A dynamic and forward-thinking ecological consultancy is seeking a Principal Ecologist to take the lead in establishing a new regional office and building a team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Senior Ecologist ready to step up, or an experienced Principal Ecologist looking to take ownership of their own region and play a central role in the company s continued growth across England. About the Role This is a strategic leadership position offering significant autonomy and career progression. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up a new office, recruiting and mentoring a local team, and developing new and existing client relationships in their area. You ll be fully supported by the wider business, with access to resources, technical expertise, and operational backing to help you succeed. This role can be based anywhere in England, with the expectation that you will lead the creation of a local presence in your region. Some travel and occasional overnight stays will be required, but work-life balance remains a core value, with limits in place on time spent away or working unsocial hours. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver a variety of ecological projects across multiple sectors Establish and grow a new regional office and team Provide technical direction, oversight, and quality assurance on deliverables Recruit, mentor, and develop team members Build and maintain strong client relationships Drive business development and contribute to company growth Ensure high standards of quality, compliance, and professionalism Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in team leadership or mentoring within ecological consultancy Strong technical expertise across habitat or protected species survey work Excellent communication and project management skills Confidence in client liaison and business development activities Chartered or Full Member of CIEEM (or eligible) Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable Skills Track record in business development or client account management Knowledge of EcIA, BREEAM, or biodiversity net gain Specialist expertise (e.g. bats, botany, newts) Experience using GIS software (QGIS/ArcGIS) EPSM or specialist mitigation licences What s on Offer Competitive salary and generous pension scheme Unlimited annual leave and flexible working arrangements Paid professional memberships and support for chartership Company-issued Apple tech (laptop and phone) Annual training budget with unlimited access to external courses Peer-awarded bonus scheme Supportive, inclusive team culture Genuine opportunity to create, lead, and grow your own regional team Location This is a national opportunity and can be based anywhere in England. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing a new office and building a team in their chosen region, supported by the company s central leadership and resources.