In this role you support Arcadis’ environmental team by delivering ecological surveys, assessments, and biodiversity guidance across construction and development projects. You will work on a diverse portfolio, collaborating with senior ecologists to apply environmental legislation and produce PEAs, biodiversity strategies, and monitoring plans. Your work helps protect ecosystems and water resources while enabling sustainable development in busy urban locations. You will gain mentorship from industry leaders and advance your ecological expertise in real-world projects.
Pay / Benefits
personal development opportunities
mentoring by industry leaders
training on best practice and survey standards
commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
Responsibilities
Coordinate and deliver ecological tasks within projects and teams
Undertake ecological surveys and contribute to PEAs and biodiversity strategies
Assist with licence applications and develop mitigation and monitoring plans
Supervise mitigation activities and liaise with statutory authorities
Participate in training on best practice and survey standards
Key requirements
Experience writing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and contributing to EIAs and biodiversity net gain reports
Understanding of environmental legislation, policy, and guidance
Ability to identify taxa of interest using keys and field guides
Capability to conduct extended Phase 1 habitat surveys
Possession of a survey licence for one or more species (ideally)
Commitment to biosecurity and health and safety protocols
Relevant degree (ideally a second degree or accreditation)
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