Ecologist

Are you an experienced ecologist looking for the next step up in your career Are you looking to increase your exposure to complex and rewarding projects Do you want to join an established consultancy practice who pride themselves in offering a great place to work If so we would love to hear from you for our Dorset office.

You will play a pivotal role in leading and delivering highquality ecological assessments surveys and mitigation strategies collaborating with our talented team of ecologists landscape architects and environmental planners. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Conducting and leading on ecological surveys including protected species surveys habitat assessments and biodiversity audits.
2. Undertaking environmental impact assessments and preparing ecological reports.
3. Designing and implementing appropriate mitigation measures to enhance biodiversity and protect ecological habitats.
4. Providing expert advice on ecological matters to clients stakeholders and project teams.
5. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients contractors and regulatory bodies.

About you:

1. A degree in Ecology Environmental Science or a related field.
2. At least 1 years experience in ecological consultancy with a strong focus on conducting surveys assessments preparing a range of ecological reports and the project management of smaller jobs.
3. Sound knowledge of UK ecology legislation guidelines and best practice.
4. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
5. Experienced in advising clients on Biodiversity Net Gain understanding and use of the DEFRA Statutory Biodiversity Metric and production of associated reports and plans.
6. You may have a particular ecological specialism or hold protected species licence/s.
7. Membership or eligibility for membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIEEM).
8. A full UK driving licence and access to vehicle.

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 six offices across the UK.

Our Dorset office is well placed just outside of the historic Saxon walled town of Wareham 20 minutes from Poole and Dorchester with Wool and Wareham Stations nearby. The office sits within one of the most biodiverse areas in the UK and is based at a freshwater ecology research site next to the iconic River Frome.

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.