Overview

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic person to work as an ECoW/EnvCoW and also to guide and mentor other ECoWs within the Redwing team on sites across the Highlands and Islands.

You will oversee environmental compliance on construction/development projects on behalf of our clients, including construction companies and developers. You will be responsible for conducting site inspections, advising on compliance with environmental and planning regulations, and recommending best practice measures to mitigate any adverse effects on species and habitats.

You will act as a liaison between construction teams and environmental stakeholders, advocating for the protection and preservation of natural resources throughout the project lifecycle.

There will also be opportunities for training and to be involved in ecological surveys of birds, habitats, bats and other protected species.

Duties

The role will include:

  • Undertaking pre-construction baseline surveys
  • Undertaking site inspections/audits to monitor compliance with CEMPs and planning conditions
  • Reporting on compliance with consent conditions
  • Liaising with Environmental Managers and statutory regulators on behalf of clients
  • Providing guidance and practical advice on site to contractors and the client during construction
  • Production of weekly ECoW reports/logs and input to monthly planning reports
  • Ecology Surveys, including protected species and habitats
  • Data entry (Excel/Coreo/Avenza) and digitisation (QGIS)
  • Supporting and managing other ECoWs across multiple sites
  • Preparing for and managing project specific risk assessments and methods statements including RAMS documents

Requirements

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

  • Strong interpersonal skills and a flexible and proactive approach to work
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience of undertaking ECoW roles 
  • Valid UK driving licence
  • Willingness to travel and work away from home
  • Willingness to support other disciplines within Redwing (such as ecology, water quality monitoring and peatland surveys) when required
  • Strong IT skills including, MS Word and Excel
  • Degree or equivalent experience in a construction or environmental field (Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Management) is desirable, but not essential
  • Some experience of ecology field surveys is desirable, but not essential

How to Apply

Please send your CV and any covering letter to contact@redwingecology.com before Friday October 2nd 2026

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