Ecologist

We are seeking a knowledgeable keen and enthusiastic individual to join our SW Ecology Team primarily to assist in the daytoday management of Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) and Licensable works at a flood defence and infrastructure project with which we are involved.

Ideally any candidate will have experience of the License system both for species protected by domestic and EU law.

Any candidate will be familiar with writing and reviewing Method Statements.

Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle required.

Prerequisite experience for Ecological Clerk of Works / Ecological Project Manager.

Implementation and Compliance:

• Ensure the ecological mitigation measures within the Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) and Environmental Statements (ES) are carried out.
• Ensure the project adheres to relevant ecological licenses planning conditions or other regulatory constraints.
• Provide proactive advice on ecological matters including the presence of protected species invasive species and sensitive habitats.
• Communicate and liaise with key personnel in our SW Ecology team to effectively manage and resource the implementation of mitigation measures and licensable works as necessary.
• Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for ecological considerations.
• Oversee works to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Temporarily halt works when noncompliance with ecological requirements is identified.

OnSite Guidance:

• Provide proactive advice on ecological matters including the presence of protected species invasive species and sensitive habitats.
• Communicate and liaise with key personnel in our SW Ecology team to effectively manage and resource the implementation of mitigation measures and licensable works as necessary.
• Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for ecological considerations.
• Oversee works to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Temporarily halt works when noncompliance with ecological requirements is identified.

Review and Oversight:

• Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for ecological considerations.
• Oversee works to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Temporarily halt works when noncompliance with ecological requirements is identified.

Why FPCR
FPCR Environment and Design Ltd is one of the UKs leading integrated design practices working extensively throughout the UK. Over the last 60 years the practice has developed a valuable mix of multidisciplinary expertise in masterplanning environmental assessment urban design landscape ecology architecture arboriculture and green infrastructure. Working together we have implemented many awardwinning schemes in environmentally sensitive locations.

At the start of 2021 FPCR became an EmployeeOwned business. Our people and culture are vital to the service we provide and we feel this is the best way forward for the future of the practice. Employee Ownership will enable the whole team to share in the future growth and success of the business whilst the practice can remain responsive independent and adaptable.

Our ecology team is led by four directors who each joined the company in junior positions and are committed to providing the same supportive and fostering environment that is at the heart of our practice.
Our team of over 120 ecologists work out of five offices across the UK.

What you can expect in return:
Salary:per annum dependent on experience

Our employees really are our greatest asset representing a wide range of skills and experience from across the field of UK ecology. We are proud to offer our staff at all levels the opportunity to pursue their individual interests as this helps us to facilitate shared learning across our practice.

We are offering a competitive salary with the opportunity for annual bonuses enrolment on our pension scheme and 25 days holiday compressed working week and a holiday purchase system. Everyone is enrolled in a BUPA health and wellbeing cashback scheme. Staff wellbeing is very important to us and the teams frequently have a range of volunteering and social activities going on.

FPCR is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their race or gender.

If you feel you are the right candidate or feel you can offer FPCRs ecology team other relevant experience and skills please submit your CV along with a covering letter together with any supporting documentation that you feel may be of interest.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

ABOUT FPCR
Established in 1957 FPCR are an award winning multidisciplinary environment and design practice with expertise in Landscape Urban Design Masterplanning Architecture Ecology and Arboriculture. We believe our diverse range of skills provide clients with an excellent rounded approach to projects while concurrently providing our staff with a dynamic and diverse place to work.