Ecologist

Posted 13 October 2025
Salary £450 - 500 per day
LocationBirmingham
Job type Contract - Full Time
Discipline Rail
ReferenceJO0000061861

Job description

Are you an ecologist with experience working on major infrastructure projects?
Do you experience working both on design and construction delivery of ecological projects?
 
Rate: £450-£500 (Outside IR35)
Location: Birmingham
Job type: Contract (Long-term)
Start Date: ASAP
 
This is a primarily desk-based role supporting the route-wide ecology lead. The position requires a flexible individual who can work across both design and construction delivery, focusing on technical standards, policy, and reporting.
 
Key Responsibilities:
-Provide technical, desk-based support to the route-wide ecology team.
-Manage tasks related to licensing, mitigation, and policy.
-Write reports and ensure compliance with technical standards and the ecological monitoring strategy.
-Update Ecological Site Management Plans (ESMPs) and address discrepancies.
-Independently manage and deliver assigned scopes of work.
Required Experience:
-A background in ecological consultancy is highly desirable.
-Strong experience in licensing and mitigation.
-Desk-based technical experience on HS2 is beneficial.
-Excellent report writing skills and attention to detail.
-A broad, generalist understanding of ecology rather than a specific species specialism.
 
If you would like to be considered for this role please send your CVs to jack.bartlett@carringtonwest.com or call 02393876037 to hear more.