Consultant Ecologist

Become an Ecological Consultant at WSP, working on large-scale and complex projects, shaping meaningful biodiversity outcomes, and contributing to nature-positive solutions.

Requirements

• Appropriate academic qualification and/or experience in a related discipline.
• Membership of CIEEM (or working towards it).
• Understanding of digital data collection tools (e.g., Coreo, Fieldmaps, Survey123).
• Professional experience within ecological consultancy or a regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of BNG principles and guidance, and experience of BNG assessments.
• Clear, accurate report-writing skills and ability to produce robust ecological assessments.
• Familiarity with relevant ecology policy and planning guidance.
• Strong communication skills, solution-focussed and proactive.

Benefits

• Flexible working
• Strong knowledge sharing team
• Peer support networks
• Specialist groups
• Open collaboration across all experience levels
• Structured training
• Mentoring
• Clear progression routes