Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)

Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)

Location: Aberdeenshire (Hybrid / Remote with monthly team meet-ups)
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

About the Role

We are seeking an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to join the Scottish division of a major global consultancy. Despite being part of a worldwide business, the Scotland team is small (under 15 people), tight-knit and highly collaborative. The culture combines the support and resources of a global organisation with the familiarity and friendliness of a small team.

You’ll primarily work remotely, with regular daily team contact and monthly in-person catch-ups to stay connected. This is a great opportunity for an ECoW who values autonomy, flexibility and being part of a genuinely supportive group.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will oversee ecological compliance and provide on-site ecological advice across a diverse portfolio of projects, including:

• Small-scale residential refurbishments
• Larger infrastructure and commercial schemes
• MOD and secure defence projects
• Ecological monitoring, auditing and construction-phase support

No two days look the same - you’ll experience a wide breadth of ecological challenges and environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as ECoW during construction phases to ensure ecological compliance
• Monitoring activities in line with ecological mitigation, protected species licences and CEMPs
• Delivering site checks, audits and clear reporting
• Providing practical ecological advice to contractors and project teams
• Identifying risks or non-compliance and working collaboratively to resolve issues
• Assisting with ecological survey work where required

Who We’re Looking For

You will thrive in this role if you are:

• Experienced as an ECoW, Ecologist, or ecological site practitioner
• Confident advising contractors and engaging with on-site teams
• Comfortable working independently while staying connected to a supportive team
• Interested in both small local projects and large, secure MOD environments
• Strong in communication, organisation and ecological judgement

Experience with protected species, construction ecology or ecological mitigation is highly beneficial.

What’s on Offer

• £35,000 – £45,000 salary, depending on experience
• Primarily remote role with monthly team meet-ups
• Join a global consultancy while enjoying a friendly, close-knit Scottish team feel
• Supportive culture with daily communication and shared problem-solving
• Exposure to diverse and interesting ecological projects
• Strong opportunities for career development and progression

If you’re an Ecological Clerk of Works looking for a varied role, excellent flexibility, and a genuinely supportive team environment, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch.