Ornithology - Expression of Interest

CompanyWSP in the UK & Ireland

LocationBirmingham, England, United Kingdom

Posted At3/6/2026

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Occupation Type

Biological scientists

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£40,300 (£20.67 per hour)

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Description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A Little More About Your Role…

The Nature Services team at WSP is a large, friendly and diverse team which includes a specialised group over 30 ornithologists working on a broad range of interesting and challenging projects across the UK. The majority these projects align with our Future Ready ethos and are focussed on facilitating the energy transition with projects ranging from wind farm schemes to projects upgrading our energy infrastructure.

The size of the team and diversity of projects means that we are able to tailor roles to the right individuals dependent on their experience, location and how much they may want to travel.

If you have a desire to grow and develop your career as an ornithologist the WSP Nature Services team is the place to do it.

Your New Role What’s Involved?

Providing technical advice, planning and overseeing ornithology surveys across a diverse range of schemes, most of which are linked to decarbonisation and the energy transition.
Acting as ornithology lead on schemes ranging from onshore windfarm projects to linear schemes such as hydrogen pipelines and energy infrastructure upgrades.
Overseeing surveys including generic and species specific breeding bird surveys, wintering bird surveys, vantage point surveys and intertidal bird surveys.
Preparing tenders for a range of ornithology schemes relating to our diverse portfolio.
Input into a range of ornithology deliverables including: Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Biodiversity chapters of EIAs, Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA) and Schedule 1 licence applications.
Client liaison and project management.
Providing mentoring and training to the wider ornithology team.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

Experience in carrying out and/or managing (dependent on seniority) breeding and wintering bird surveys across various habitat types.
Experience in report writing, with level of experience dependant on seniority.

The ability to work well as part of a team of Nature Services professionals

Good working knowledge of relevant wildlife legislation pertaining to ornithology

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

Responsibilities

Purpose of the role & principal accountabilities (8-10 max)

Qualifications

Focus on essential qualifications, skills and experience to provide greater scope for inclusion.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.