For Construction Companies, Architects and Engineers
Appraisal and Risk Assessment, EcIA, Ecological Clerk of Works (Ecow)
and BNG / BMP's
At Veon, we provide ecological consultancy services tailored to the needs of the construction and property development sector, supporting projects across Scotland and Northern England.
We understand the commercial pressures faced by developers, planners, architects and contractors. Tight timescales, budget constraints and evolving environmental policy all place demands on project delivery. Our pragmatic and proportionate approach helps you manage ecological risk efficiently while maintaining momentum through planning, design and construction.
From small residential developments to large commercial, mixed-use and infrastructure schemes, our ecologists work collaboratively with project teams to identify ecological constraints early, provide clear advice, and deliver solutions that support timely and compliant development.
Our team of CIEEM-accredited ecologists combines technical expertise with real-world construction experience, ensuring ecological requirements are integrated smoothly into your project rather than becoming a barrier to progress.
What Veon Ecology can do for you:
Ecological Appraisal and Risk Assessment:
We undertake early-stage site walkovers, habitat surveys and desk studies to identify ecological constraints and opportunities, helping to inform design and planning decisions from the outset.
Protected Species Surveys and Licensing:
Our licensed ecologists carry out targeted surveys for bats, badgers, great crested newts, birds, and other protected species, designing proportionate mitigation strategies and supporting protected species licence applications where required.
Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA):
We deliver robust EcIAs in line with CIEEM guidance, providing clear and defensible assessments to support planning applications and environmental approvals.
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and Biodiversity Management Plans (BMPs):
We provide practical advice and strategies to achieve measurable biodiversity enhancements and compliance with national and local planning policy.
Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP) and ECoW Services:
Our ecologists prepare CEMPs and provide on-site ecological supervision where required, offering clear guidance to contractors and reducing the risk of delays or non-compliance during construction.
Habitat Creation, Enhancement and Monitoring:
We design and support the delivery of habitat creation and enhancement measures, alongside post-construction monitoring to ensure mitigation is effective and planning conditions are met.