Location
Reading, 2nd Floor West Clearwater Court

Hours
Full time or part time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) 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 MMB, you will be involved in major water and wastewater schemes throughout all project phases from feasibility through to construction. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, MMB is a leader within the industry, providing an ideal environment for career growth. MMB has recently extended its contract with Thames Water for an additional five years, supporting the largest water and wastewater provider in the UK, serving 15 million customers across London and the Thames Valley until March 2030.

As an Ecologist, you will work on projects that make a real difference to our 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, from initial design to implementation, allowing you to influence scheme design, enhancements, and promote best practices. You will embrace advancements in delivering Net Benefits to Biodiversity, integrating these into client advice and collaborating with clients to develop their 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 training and development opportunities. 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.

MMB promotes integrated solutions and innovative technology while maintaining quality and building a lasting, 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 contributing to environmental improvements and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications
A degree in Ecology or a directly related subject is essential. Protected species licence or commitment to obtaining one is required.

Additional Information
MMB offers a comprehensive benefits package including matched pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%, annual bonus schemes, payment of professional institution subscription costs, and a minimum of 33 days holiday inclusive of public holidays with flexible leave options. Health and wellbeing benefits include Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Health Screening. Flexible working arrangements are supported.

MMB is committed to learning and development, offering structured schemes to support professional chartership with mentorship, hands-on experience, and tailored training.

Please note Mott MacDonald Bentley is not currently offering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship due to recent UK Government changes but welcomes applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship.