Biodiversity Net Gain Consultant
Location: ManchesterSalary: £25,000 - £30,000
An established environmental consultancy is seeking a Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Consultant to support sustainable development in England. With BNG now a mandatory requirement, this role offers the opportunity to shape nature-positive projects while advancing your career in ecological consultancy.
The Role
Involving fieldwork and office-based responsibilities, this role will include conducting habitat surveys, biodiversity assessments, and long-term management plans. The consultant will guide clients through the BNG process, from feasibility studies to post-development monitoring, ensuring compliance and delivering real ecological benefits.
Collaboration is key. You will work closely with in-house and external specialists across arboriculture, landscape architecture, and planning.
Key Responsibilities as a BNG Consultant
1. Conduct habitat surveys using UKHab methodology, mapping, and condition assessments
2. Deliver BNG feasibility reports, management plans, and monitoring strategies
3. Advise clients and contribute to BNG workshops and presentations
4. Liaise with habitat ...