Ecologist

We are looking for an Ecologist with experience of field surveys using UK Habitat assessment, Biodiversity Net Gain condition assessment and protected species surveys. As well as having knowledge of wildlife legislation including planning processes and/or EIA/HRA assessments and undertaking surveys.

• Do you want to lead projects to benefit consumers, communities, and the environment?


• Are you an ambitious Ecologist looking to work on interesting and diverse projects?


• Do you want to work for a forward-thinking, growing, successful business that supports continued professional development and progression for their staff?


• Do you want to grow your professional network, engaging with subject matter experts globally?
  
  A degree in Ecology (or directly related subject).


• Knowledge, understanding and experience of applying relevant guidance for surveys.


• Report writing experience
  
  This is a Mott MacDonald Bentley role, employed by Mott MacDonald.

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a joint venture business, established in 1999 between civil engineering contractor JN Bentley and global management consultancy, Mott MacDonald.
Mott MacDonald Bentley offers fully integrated design and build services to its clients, combining the contracting expertise of JN Bentley and the design specialisms of Mott MacDonald.
This role is employed by Mott MacDonald but will involve working across the joint venture business, both with Mott MacDonald and JN Bentley colleagues.
About Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy.
Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients' businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.
A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs.
Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.
We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better.
We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business and endless opportunities.
We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards.
You'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities - from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk - our projects make a real difference.

We understand not everyone will meet all the requirements, so if you are excited about the role please get in touch anyway; potential and transferrable skills can be just as important.
What we can offer:
At Mott MacDonald Bentley you will be offered a competitive salary which is commensurate based on your experience. Our core benefits include:

• Pension matched by employer up to 7%


• Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave


• Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options


• 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave/ Shared parental leave


• Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs


• Gym Membership discounts UK wide


• Cycle to work scheme, interest free season ticket loans and discounted dining cards also available