Overview

Hilson Moran
Hilson Moran are interdisciplinary consultants, engineers, and advisors, applying progressive design thinking to shape the environments we live in. We provide a full range of engineering services, exciting innovation, and design solutions on a full range of projects across our network of offices in the UK.

Our recently refurbished London office – the Living Lab – offers a direct link to clients, the ability to further develop our existing relationships, and to pursue future opportunities across the city. We also have a full view of some of our most iconic designs, including 20 Fenchurch Street ‘the Walkie Talkie’ and 30 St Mary’s Axe ‘The Gherkin’ from our river café space.

Senior Ecological Consultant

We are seeking to employ a proactive and enthusiastic Senior Ecological Consultant to join our expanding team in London.

The ideal candidate will have experience in managing and conducting Phase 1 ecological surveys and targeted detailed species surveys. You will play a crucial role in managing input into planning applications, environmental assessments, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and advising clients on mitigation strategies. You will work on potentially ecologically sensitive sites in the property, industrial, hi-tech, sports, energy, and transport sectors in both the UK and overseas. You will play a central role in designing Net Positive Places throughout the UK and overseas.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership

  • Lead ecological assessments for property development projects.
  • Collaborate with architects, planners, and engineers to integrate ecological considerations into designs.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.

Biodiversity Enhancement

  • Develop strategies for enhancing biodiversity on development sites.
  • Advise on habitat creation, restoration, and management.
  • Implement measures to achieve biodiversity net gain.

Technical Expertise

  • Conduct ecological surveys (e.g., Phase 1 habitat surveys, protected species surveys).
  • Ideally hold survey licences for protected species.
  • Be a member of a relevant professional body.
  • Analyse data and prepare ecological reports.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Engage with clients, local authorities, and conservation bodies.
  • Present findings and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.

Team Management

  • Mentor junior ecologists, fostering their professional growth.
  • Oversee project teams and ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Utilise data visualisation technologies for data analysis and visualisation such as GIS.

The Team

As a valued member of our established national team, your role will encompass a range of exciting responsibilities:

  • Project Preparation and Management: Actively contribute to the planning and execution of Ecological and EIA projects.
  • Collaboration: Work with a wider multidisciplinary team on EIA projects in a wide range of sectors.
  • Career Development: Joining a rapidly growing team will allow the successful candidate to enhance their project management and technical skills with significant opportunities for career growth.
  • Guidance and Mentorship: We’re committed to your growth, providing support and mentoring throughout your journey.

Join us and be part of a team of experts dedicated to making Net Positive Places.

Benefits

  • Enhanced annual leave entitlement of 25 days per annum, plus public holidays (increases based on length of service up to 28 days plus public holidays).
  • Enhanced company pension contribution.
  • Annual budget to spend on personal wellbeing activities.
  • Access to our healthcare scheme.
  • Access to confidential wellbeing support services via our Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Paid volunteering days to support causes important to you.
  • Fun company events, including our annual winter party and full company summer social.
  • Season ticket loans.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Options for unpaid leave and career breaks.

We’d Like to Hear From You If You Have

Background & Desirable Skills

  • Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Proficiency in using IT software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and GIS.
  • Proficient in numerical tasks.
  • Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written.
  • Skilled at writing efficient and effective reports.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Ecology or a related field.
  • Valid driving license.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Hilson Moran is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities.

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