Project, Operations & Resourcing Manager (Ecology) £28,000 - £38,000 Wales, home-based Full-time, permanent (part-time considered for right candidate) About Ecoleg Ecoleg is an ecological consultancy based in Wales. We deliver specialist surveys, licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works work across the rail network, highways and development sites - protected species surveys, tree climbing, rope access and vegetation clearance supervision - principally as the specialist partner for contractors and larger consultancies. The business has grown substantially over the past two years. Three partners have carried that growth by handling project admin, scheduling, invoicing, supplier management and compliance alongside their own fee-earning work. We are now creating a dedicated role to take ownership of it. The role You will be the operational control point for how our ecological resource is planned, deployed, invoiced and kept compliant. Your responsibilities will include: Planning and scheduling our field team - salaried and freelance - across concurrent contracts, balancing licensing, competency and geography. Managing our freelance ecologist network: sourcing, onboarding, rate agreement and performance. Owning invoicing end to end, ensuring completed work is billed accurately and on time. Maintaining licensing, insurance and compliance records to an audit-ready standard. Acting as the day-to-day point of contact for clients on scheduling and delivery. Developing the systems and processes that support a growing business. What you would be walking into This is a newly created role. There is no predecessor and no established way of doing things. You would be defining what the job becomes, with the support of the partners. It is a fast-moving environment that changes at short notice. Programme and requirements change mid-project. As a small team there is no HR function, no IT department and no established process to fall back on. Competing priorities are routine, and the judgement about what genuinely comes first is part of the role. The role is also expected to grow. There is real scope for it to develop into a broader operations or business management position as the business scales. We are looking for someone who is energised rather than unsettled by that. If you want a settled remit with clear precedent, this is unlikely to be the right role. If you want to build something and own it, it may be an excellent fit. About you Essential Experience in resourcing, operations, supply chain or project coordination - ideally within infrastructure, construction, environmental or professional services. Confident owning commercial administration, including invoicing, supplier costs and budget tracking, without a dedicated finance team. Proven effectiveness in a fast-paced, changeable environment, with the ability to reprioritise quickly and remain effective when plans move. Highly organised, with sound judgement across competing demands. Comfortable working independently within a decentralised, remote-first team. Clear, direct communicator, confident raising issues and following things up. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience in ecology, environmental consultancy, rail or another regulated field discipline. Experience managing freelance or subcontract workforces. Familiarity with project management, communications or scheduling software (e.g. Clickup, Slack etc.) Experience establishing processes and systems in a growing business. What we offer Salary of £28,000 - £38,000 depending on experience, reviewed at six months and annually thereafter. Genuine ownership of a role you will shape yourself. Direct access to the partners and decisions made quickly. Flexible, largely home-based working within a decentralised team across Wales. Support for professional development, including relevant qualifications. Company pension scheme. A growing, established business with a clear specialism and a strong pipeline. How to apply Please send your CV together with a short covering note explaining why the role interests you and where you have previously established something from scratch. Closing date: 25/09/2026 We review every application ourselves. If you are uncertain whether your background fits, please get in touch - we are happy to have an informal conversation before you apply. We reserve the right to withdraw the position early if a suitable candidate has accepted the offer. Ecoleg LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process.
24/08/2026
Full time
Project, Operations & Resourcing Manager (Ecology) £28,000 - £38,000 Wales, home-based Full-time, permanent (part-time considered for right candidate) About Ecoleg Ecoleg is an ecological consultancy based in Wales. We deliver specialist surveys, licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works work across the rail network, highways and development sites - protected species surveys, tree climbing, rope access and vegetation clearance supervision - principally as the specialist partner for contractors and larger consultancies. The business has grown substantially over the past two years. Three partners have carried that growth by handling project admin, scheduling, invoicing, supplier management and compliance alongside their own fee-earning work. We are now creating a dedicated role to take ownership of it. The role You will be the operational control point for how our ecological resource is planned, deployed, invoiced and kept compliant. Your responsibilities will include: Planning and scheduling our field team - salaried and freelance - across concurrent contracts, balancing licensing, competency and geography. Managing our freelance ecologist network: sourcing, onboarding, rate agreement and performance. Owning invoicing end to end, ensuring completed work is billed accurately and on time. Maintaining licensing, insurance and compliance records to an audit-ready standard. Acting as the day-to-day point of contact for clients on scheduling and delivery. Developing the systems and processes that support a growing business. What you would be walking into This is a newly created role. There is no predecessor and no established way of doing things. You would be defining what the job becomes, with the support of the partners. It is a fast-moving environment that changes at short notice. Programme and requirements change mid-project. As a small team there is no HR function, no IT department and no established process to fall back on. Competing priorities are routine, and the judgement about what genuinely comes first is part of the role. The role is also expected to grow. There is real scope for it to develop into a broader operations or business management position as the business scales. We are looking for someone who is energised rather than unsettled by that. If you want a settled remit with clear precedent, this is unlikely to be the right role. If you want to build something and own it, it may be an excellent fit. About you Essential Experience in resourcing, operations, supply chain or project coordination - ideally within infrastructure, construction, environmental or professional services. Confident owning commercial administration, including invoicing, supplier costs and budget tracking, without a dedicated finance team. Proven effectiveness in a fast-paced, changeable environment, with the ability to reprioritise quickly and remain effective when plans move. Highly organised, with sound judgement across competing demands. Comfortable working independently within a decentralised, remote-first team. Clear, direct communicator, confident raising issues and following things up. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience in ecology, environmental consultancy, rail or another regulated field discipline. Experience managing freelance or subcontract workforces. Familiarity with project management, communications or scheduling software (e.g. Clickup, Slack etc.) Experience establishing processes and systems in a growing business. What we offer Salary of £28,000 - £38,000 depending on experience, reviewed at six months and annually thereafter. Genuine ownership of a role you will shape yourself. Direct access to the partners and decisions made quickly. Flexible, largely home-based working within a decentralised team across Wales. Support for professional development, including relevant qualifications. Company pension scheme. A growing, established business with a clear specialism and a strong pipeline. How to apply Please send your CV together with a short covering note explaining why the role interests you and where you have previously established something from scratch. Closing date: 25/09/2026 We review every application ourselves. If you are uncertain whether your background fits, please get in touch - we are happy to have an informal conversation before you apply. We reserve the right to withdraw the position early if a suitable candidate has accepted the offer. Ecoleg LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process.
Principal Ecologist Location York, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham or Edinburgh Salary 55,000 - 70,000 Employment Type Permanent, full-time or part-time Job Overview A permanent opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological commissions across energy infrastructure and residential development projects. Based from one of several regional offices with hybrid working and travel across northern England, the position suits an experienced ecological consultant with strong technical, project management and mentoring capabilities. Role & Responsibilities Lead ecological commissions from inception through completion Manage EcIA, HRA and BNG projects Review reports and maintain technical quality Mentor ecologists and support consistent standards Manage clients, budgets, resources and programmes You will contribute to bids and tenders, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and represent the practice at relevant industry events. The position combines technical delivery with responsibility for developing ecology services and supporting future team growth. Skills & Experience Required Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or equivalent Significant ecological consultancy experience Strong EcIA, HRA and BNG expertise Proven project and budget management experience CIEEM membership or equivalent professional membership You must demonstrate excellent technical reporting and review skills, alongside detailed knowledge of UK planning policy, ecological legislation and best practice. A full UK driving licence is required for travel between offices and project sites. Protected species licensing, major infrastructure, NSIP, mentoring or line management experience would be beneficial. Applicants should be comfortable maintaining client relationships while working collaboratively across environmental and development disciplines. Salary & Benefits 55,000 - 70,000, hybrid working and flexible full-time or part-time arrangements. Benefits include enhanced leave, pension contributions, death in service cover, protected CPD, professional membership support, private medical insurance, wellbeing support, cycle-to-work provision and a non-contractual growth bonus. About Hunter Dunning Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market. We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. Apply Section If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. All applications are handled in strict confidence. Referral Section Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. See website for full terms & conditions.
19/08/2026
Full time
Principal Ecologist Location York, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham or Edinburgh Salary 55,000 - 70,000 Employment Type Permanent, full-time or part-time Job Overview A permanent opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to lead ecological commissions across energy infrastructure and residential development projects. Based from one of several regional offices with hybrid working and travel across northern England, the position suits an experienced ecological consultant with strong technical, project management and mentoring capabilities. Role & Responsibilities Lead ecological commissions from inception through completion Manage EcIA, HRA and BNG projects Review reports and maintain technical quality Mentor ecologists and support consistent standards Manage clients, budgets, resources and programmes You will contribute to bids and tenders, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and represent the practice at relevant industry events. The position combines technical delivery with responsibility for developing ecology services and supporting future team growth. Skills & Experience Required Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or equivalent Significant ecological consultancy experience Strong EcIA, HRA and BNG expertise Proven project and budget management experience CIEEM membership or equivalent professional membership You must demonstrate excellent technical reporting and review skills, alongside detailed knowledge of UK planning policy, ecological legislation and best practice. A full UK driving licence is required for travel between offices and project sites. Protected species licensing, major infrastructure, NSIP, mentoring or line management experience would be beneficial. Applicants should be comfortable maintaining client relationships while working collaboratively across environmental and development disciplines. Salary & Benefits 55,000 - 70,000, hybrid working and flexible full-time or part-time arrangements. Benefits include enhanced leave, pension contributions, death in service cover, protected CPD, professional membership support, private medical insurance, wellbeing support, cycle-to-work provision and a non-contractual growth bonus. About Hunter Dunning Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market. We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. Apply Section If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. All applications are handled in strict confidence. Referral Section Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. See website for full terms & conditions.
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
06/08/2026
Full time
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
06/08/2026
Full time
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
06/08/2026
Full time
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
06/08/2026
Full time
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join our Volker Fitzpatrick Business, supporting on multiple projects. The Principal Ecologist is responsible for leading ecological strategy, risk management and compliance across VolkerFitzpatrick's construction and civil engineering projects. The role provides senior technical expertise, ensuring projects meet legislative, client, and environmental obligations, while driving best practice and biodiversity enhancement across the business. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Full Membership of CIEEM (essential). Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species licensing and planning requirements. Experienced in large-scale impact assessments and complex mitigation design. CSCS card (or ability to obtain). Full UK Driving Licence. Technical competencies expected of the role: Accomplished competency in UK Habs assessment. Accomplished competency in Biodiversity Net Gain. Accomplished competency in the production of PEA reports, PMWs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Chapters for Environmental Statements (ES) and HRAs. Accomplished competency in design of mitigation measures. Has been named on a mitigation licence and has led the implementation of one or more mitigation licences. Accomplished competency in protected species identification and survey. Accomplished understanding of UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats and application in typical projects. Has an excellent knowledge of the UK legislation relating to protected species and habitats. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join our team, playing a key leadership role in supporting the delivery of our major infrastructure projects. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of BNG measurement and delivery. Leadership and mentoring. Strategic risk management. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
05/08/2026
Full time
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join our team, playing a key leadership role in supporting the delivery of our major infrastructure projects. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of BNG measurement and delivery. Leadership and mentoring. Strategic risk management. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join our team, playing a key leadership role in supporting the delivery of our major infrastructure projects. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of BNG measurement and delivery. Leadership and mentoring. Strategic risk management. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
05/08/2026
Full time
VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join our team, playing a key leadership role in supporting the delivery of our major infrastructure projects. About you Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of BNG measurement and delivery. Leadership and mentoring. Strategic risk management. Extensive experience leading ecology on major construction or civil engineering projects. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
