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Ecologist (Tree Climbing)

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My client is a part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large-scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others.
Your new role
We are looking for an Ecologist to support tree climbing works on a major UK infrastructure project. This is an excellent opportunity that is available full time from September-December with the potential of an extension through till April 2027.
Key responsibilities
- Conducting protected species and habitat surveys
- Tree Climbing
- Assessments and reporting
- Providing ecological advice to site teams and contractors
- Liaising with project stakeholders and environmental specialists
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I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
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Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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What you'll need to succeed
- Highways Passport and CSCS
- Safety Critical and Medical
- Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
- Your own PPE
- Previous experience working as an Ecologist within consultancy, construction, or infrastructure environments
- Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies
- Experience undertaking protected species surveys and habitat assessments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to the site
What you'll get in return
- £300 - £400 P/Day (Available Outside IR35)
- Contract Available over winter
- Flexible contract arrangements
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure schemes
- Supportive and collaborative project team
- Potential for contract extension and future project opportunities


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