Location
Manchester, 3rd floor One Piccadilly Gardens

Hours
Full time and part time available

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley to deliver award-winning projects. Working for Mott MacDonald Bentley, you will contribute to major water and wastewater schemes throughout all project phases from feasibility through to construction. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley is a leader within the industry, providing a robust environment for career growth.

We have been named a partner on a new AMP8 framework with United Utilities, extending our relationship for at least the next five years. This partnership will deliver over £3bn of major infrastructure in the North West of England, including upgrades to wastewater treatment works and reducing storm overflows through the largest spill reduction programme in the UK, protecting more than 500km of rivers and bathing waters.

As an Ecologist, you will work on projects that make a real difference to the environment and communities by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and wastewater treatment systems. Your role will include engaging in all phases of project life cycles, influencing scheme design and enhancements, and promoting best practices. You will embrace advancements in delivering Net Benefits to Biodiversity, integrating these into client advice and collaborating to develop client strategies.

You will work on a diverse range of projects and tasks designed to challenge you and help you reach your full potential, maximizing your opportunities and training. Collaboration is key, whether on-site or in the office, working alongside ecologists of varying experience levels and environmental and engineering colleagues to deepen your understanding of our consultancy and construction business.

Using and promoting integrated solutions and innovative technology, you will help maintain quality and contribute to building a lasting and sustainable environmental business.

Experience
Knowledge, understanding, and experience of applying relevant guidance for ecological surveys. Report writing experience. Knowledge of assessing and implementing biodiversity net gain. Protected species licence or working towards one.

About you
A degree in Ecology or a directly related subject. A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region. Enthusiastic about making a positive environmental impact and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications
A degree in Ecology or a directly related subject is required. Protected species licence or progress towards obtaining one is desirable.

Additional Information
Mott MacDonald Bentley match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. We offer annual professional institution subscription payments, a minimum of 33 days holiday inclusive of public holidays with flexible leave options, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Health Screening. Flexible working arrangements and enhanced family and carers leave policies are available. We support diversity through various employee networks.

We are committed to professional development, offering structured schemes to support your journey towards chartership with mentorship, hands-on experience, and tailored training.

Please note that Mott MacDonald Bentley is not currently offering sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK but welcomes applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship.