Location: Scotland and Northern England (including remote and rural sites)
Job Type: Full-Time - Contract or Permanent
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to support infrastructure projects by ensuring ecological protection and regulatory compliance throughout construction and maintenance activities.
This role involves working across remote and environmentally sensitive locations, requiring regular travel and the ability to operate effectively in challenging outdoor conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Provide on-site ecological supervision and guidance across all project phases
Monitor contractor activities to ensure ecological compliance and best practice
Undertake habitat surveys and protected species monitoring in varied environments
Develop and implement site-specific ecological management and mitigation plans
Deliver toolbox talks and ecological awareness training to site teams
Liaise with contractors, project teams, regulators, and landowners
Record and report ecological incidents, non-compliance, and mitigation outcomes
Support licensing and consent applications with accurate documentation
Advise on adaptive management solutions for unexpected ecological issues
Requirements
Minimum 5 years' experience as an ECoW or in a similar field-based ecology role
Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy, and mitigation strategies
Proven experience working in remote and rural environments, with willingness to travel and stay away
Experience with protected species licensing and mitigation (e.g. bats, badgers, water voles, birds, amphibians)
Strong species identification skills (flora and fauna)
Degree (BSc or MSc) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
Full UK driving licence
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Membership of, or eligibility for, a relevant professional body (e.g. CIEEM) desirable
Experience with GIS, data collection tools, and ecological reporting
Why Apply?
Work on major infrastructure projects in environmentally significant locations
Gain exposure to diverse habitats and protected species work
Competitive salary or day rate depending on experience
Opportunities for long-term project involvement and career development
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
Salary description
£500.00 - £700.00 per day