When you are planning a building project, finding the right ecologist or environmental manager is crucial for getting the necessary ecological surveys and mitigation work done. By contracting a CIEEM member, you are hiring a verified professional whose skills and qualifications have been rigorously assessed. Plus, if something doesn’t go as planned, you have the reassurance of our formal complaints process (details below).
The easiest and most reliable way to find the right expert for your project is through our Registered Practices Directory. Every practice listed is committed to upholding high standards, and their ecologists and environmental managers continuously build on their expertise through ongoing professional development.
Choosing a Registered Practice gives you* confidence that your consultants have committed to high standards of practice and service. Use the Registered Practices Directory to find the right ecology and environmental consultancy for your project.
* If, as a CIEEM member, you are looking for sub-contractors, please log into the members’ area of the website to search the Sub-Contractors Directory.
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Further Information
Users of the Registered Practices Directory may find the following information helpful:
- Our Guide to Ecological Surveys and their Purpose describes different types of survey reports that you may be asked for by a planning authority.
- A Householder’s Guide to Engaging an Ecologist provides advice on how to ensure that you get the services that you need for your project when asking for quotes.
- What to Expect from a Bat Survey: A Guide for UK Homeowners explains in more detail the process for commissioning bat surveys, which are often required for planning applications.
- Our advice note on Permitted Development Rights and Biodiversity provides useful information on the application of the system in England.
Find an Accredited Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
CIEEM’s Accredited Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) Directory enables clients, developers, planning authorities and consultants to identify professionals who have demonstrated their competence through CIEEM’s ECoW Accreditation Scheme.
Accredited ECoWs have successfully completed a robust assessment process designed to verify their knowledge, skills and practical experience in delivering Ecological Clerk of Works services. Accreditation provides independent recognition of professional competence and a commitment to maintaining high standards of practice.
To search for an accredited professional, view the Accredited ECoW Directory below.
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Unsatisfied with your experience?
If you encounter an issue with the consultant(s) you’ve hired, start by requesting their complaints policy—every Registered Practice is required to have one—and file a formal complaint. If the matter isn’t resolved to your satisfaction, you can then escalate your complaint to CIEEM for further assistance.