Freelance Ecologist – Biodiversity Net Gain
The Opportunity
At Eight Versa, we’re passionate about integrating sustainability into businesses through impactful and credible solutions. Our multidisciplinary team of consultants, architects, engineers, and ecologists collaborates to deliver tailored strategies across the built and corporate environment.
We are looking to engage an experienced Freelance Ecologist to support our portfolio of projects on a flexible, project-by-project basis. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a forward-thinking consultant on a range of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and planning-led ecology work across the UK.
Scope of Work
As a freelance consultant, you will support the delivery of ecological services across a range of client projects. Typical scope may include:
- Carrying out ecological surveys (phase-specific and seasonal as required)
- Undertaking Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and metric calculations
- Preparing BREEAM Ecology reports, planning reports, and supporting documentation
- Analysing survey data and producing clear, high-quality technical reports
- Providing design and planning advice to support development projects
- Managing elements of project delivery, including coordination with our internal team
- Work will be assigned based on project requirements, availability, and agreed timelines.
What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to work with freelancers who bring:
- Strong experience in ecological consultancy within the UK
- Experience undertaking ecological site surveys, including habitat surveys and protected species surveys
- Demonstrable experience delivering Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and solutions
- Experience producing BREEAM Ecology reports
- Good understanding of UK planning policy, legislation, and best practice
- Ability to work independently and manage deliverables
- Strong communication skills with a multidisciplinary team
Engagement Details
Contract type: Freelance
Work basis: Project-based / ongoing collaboration
Location: Remote, with occasional site visits mainly in or around London
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Ecologist operating on a freelance basis and are interested in collaborating with Eight Versa, please apply via LinkedIn and send us your CV and a short summary of relevant project experience.
