Biodiversity Net Gain Consultant

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Full time
Location: Manchester
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Job offered by: Urban Green
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Category:
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Urban Green is looking for a Biodiversity Net Gain Consultant to join our growing team with ideally 1-2 years' experience. You will be an integral part of the Biodiversity Net Gain team to ensure the successful delivery of projects. You will see projects through from inception to post-development monitoring, helping to inform design and advise clients along the way. Your role will be a combination of field-based surveying and office work, with a large focus on delivery of written reports and habitat management and monitoring plans. A key part of the role is multi-disciplinary working, with other teams; in-house and external consultants, therefore a flexible and enthusiastic approach, and a desire to learn, is required. Key Responsibilities

Supporting a portfolio of interesting and complex projects from initial inception through to post-development monitoring Field work, including small and large-scale habitat surveys following UKHab methodology, on-site mapping and condition assessments of habitats Delivering written Biodiversity Net Gain feasibility and design stage assessments Producing 30-year, site-specific habitat management and monitoring plans Collaborating with other in-house teams, such as arboriculture and landscape architecture, and with external consultants Advising clients and supporting the delivery of external workshops and presentations Updating project documentation to reflect changes/updates or in response to consultee comments Having an awareness of project requirements to ensure that our services are delivered effectively and on-time Contributing to team resource planning and supporting the ecology team if required Minimum Requirements

2 years’ experience undertaking Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, with a solid understanding of the Biodiversity Metric and all relevant policy A degree-level qualification in ecology or relevant environmental subject Experience undertaking field surveys, following standardised methodology, data recording and analysis Experience of report writing and delivering technical data in a clear and concise manner Competent in UKHab methodology to undertake field surveys Understanding of habitat management strategies and the role of habitat management plans in conservation Strong time management and organisational skills and ability to work under pressure to deadlines Basic knowledge of UK and EC wildlife legislation and policy Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to work at all levels with colleagues, clients and consultees IT competence in MS Office Enthusiastic and flexible approach to work and willingness to learn and pursue professional development opportunities A valid UK driving licence (essential) Flexibility to work outside normal office hours and away from home as necessary Professional membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) How to Apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to hello@weareurbangreen.co.uk or call 0161 312 3131 for further information. Seniority Level

Entry level Employment Type

Full-time Job Function

Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales

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