Consultant Ecologist
Company
Location
Redhill, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/25/2025
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Description
The Vacancy
Following several recent framework successes in the South, Binnies is seeking Consultant Ecologists to join our growing team of ecologists and environmental professionals based in Redhill, and to contribute to the continued success of our national Ecology Team.
You will get the opportunity to work on a wide portfolio of projects, from nationally significant infrastructure projects to smaller scale river restoration. Our portfolio of work includes flood, coastal and maritime projects, water utilities, transport and renewable power.
One of our newest projects is SESRO (South East Strategic Reservoir Option). SESRO is a 150 million cubic metre reservoir near Abingdon, which is also seeking to provide opportunities to create new habitats and increase biodiversity. https://thames-wrmp.co.uk/projects/sesro/.
Binnies is a registered Ecological (CIEEM) and Landscape Practice (Landscape Institute) and hold the IEMA EIA Quality Mark, which is a benchmark of our high standards in Ecological and EIA delivery. Binnies are also a sponsor of the Association of Environmental Clerk of Works.
We have an active and supportive ecological community of practice. We will proactively help you through your pathway to chartership and develop in any particular areas of ecology you may have a passion for. You will also benefit from technical and H&S training and paid membership of two professional institutions.
About The Role
Essential Requirements
We would welcome applicants with a minimum of 3 years field experience. You should also possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:
Would you like to work in a business where you feel empowered to grow? Where there is no place for criticism or discrimination? A place where people are mindful and respectful? If so, then Binnies is the place for you.
We have a strong ‘ENGAGED’ culture that runs through everything we do. Evolved over 100 years, we have a culture of caring, where our employee’s wellbeing and work-life balance are priorities, in fact we have industry leading flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive working environment, where a diverse workforce is supported to grow and develop.
The successful applicant will go from being great alone to truly amazing with Binnies.
About Us
We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.
Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.
Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
Benefits
Private Health Insurance
Income Protection
High Street Vouchers
Life Assurance
Annual Leave Purchase
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted Gym Membership
Mental Health Support
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Following several recent framework successes in the South, Binnies is seeking Consultant Ecologists to join our growing team of ecologists and environmental professionals based in Redhill, and to contribute to the continued success of our national Ecology Team.
You will get the opportunity to work on a wide portfolio of projects, from nationally significant infrastructure projects to smaller scale river restoration. Our portfolio of work includes flood, coastal and maritime projects, water utilities, transport and renewable power.
One of our newest projects is SESRO (South East Strategic Reservoir Option). SESRO is a 150 million cubic metre reservoir near Abingdon, which is also seeking to provide opportunities to create new habitats and increase biodiversity. https://thames-wrmp.co.uk/projects/sesro/.
Binnies is a registered Ecological (CIEEM) and Landscape Practice (Landscape Institute) and hold the IEMA EIA Quality Mark, which is a benchmark of our high standards in Ecological and EIA delivery. Binnies are also a sponsor of the Association of Environmental Clerk of Works.
We have an active and supportive ecological community of practice. We will proactively help you through your pathway to chartership and develop in any particular areas of ecology you may have a passion for. You will also benefit from technical and H&S training and paid membership of two professional institutions.
About The Role
- Undertaking and managing field surveys.
- Mentoring more junior ecologists.
- Supporting design of habitat restoration/creation and mitigation schemes and preparing management and monitoring plans.
- Undertaking BNG calculations.
- Input into a range of ecological deliverables including: BNG assessment reports, preliminary ecological reports, EcIA, planning documents, HRA and other consents.
- Management, checking and presentation of ecological data.
- Ecological Clerk of Works.
Essential Requirements
We would welcome applicants with a minimum of 3 years field experience. You should also possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:
- have an ecological/environmental related degree
- have or applying for membership of CIEEM
- experience of a range of habitat and species surveys
- experience of writing ecological reports to a high standard
- hold a full UK driving licence
- willing to work away from home as required by the business in order to deliver specific contracts.
- experience of using BNG metrics
- Experience of GIS mapping
- hold or working towards protected species licence and/or FISC levels
- previous consultancy experience
Would you like to work in a business where you feel empowered to grow? Where there is no place for criticism or discrimination? A place where people are mindful and respectful? If so, then Binnies is the place for you.
We have a strong ‘ENGAGED’ culture that runs through everything we do. Evolved over 100 years, we have a culture of caring, where our employee’s wellbeing and work-life balance are priorities, in fact we have industry leading flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive working environment, where a diverse workforce is supported to grow and develop.
The successful applicant will go from being great alone to truly amazing with Binnies.
About Us
We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.
Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.
Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
Benefits
Private Health Insurance
Income Protection
High Street Vouchers
Life Assurance
Annual Leave Purchase
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted Gym Membership
Mental Health Support
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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