Associate Director Major Projects Ecology Lead

Start here. Grow here.  

Are you ready to join a team of talented Ecologists and shape the future of the environment 

We are seeking people who are confident and experienced in being the ecology lead for high profile major projects.  You will plan manage report and defend the technical outputs from the project to the client project team and stakeholders through the relevant planning regime.  You will have comprehensive support from the full ecology team to deliver the project and you will be responsible for reaching across our teams to select appropriate teams to deliver on your projects. 

Join our dynamic Nature team as an Associate Ecologist in our UK and Ireland offices including Manchester Leeds Basingstoke Newcastle Glasgow Cambridge Nottingham Bristol and Liverpool offices (other locations across the UK may be considered).

Our Nature team are working on a mix of large infrastructure projects in the energy water renewables defence and transport sectors alongside managing smaller local projects.  Our team is also supporting the wider AECOM Nature team with National and International projects.  You will be well supported in your role by our team of ecologists including other ecologists in a similar role regional leadership and colleagues from other disciplines delivering on these projects as well as through the wider AECOM network and Technical Practice Groups. 

 Heres what youll do: 

• Act as the ecology lead for one or more major projects (such as DCO).
• Work with the external clients and the project team to contribute to scope technical advice problem solving.
• Support with project bidding initiation delivery and reviews.
• Liaise with internal AECOM teams on project deliverables scheduling and budget.
• Act as Lead Verifier / Approver for a range of technical ecology project deliverables.
• Support the regional lead and national ecology team to achieve other deliverables during quieter periods on the project.
• Provide mentorship to members of the ecology team working on the project.
• Lead client-facing work acting as the main point of contact for key clients and representing the company at meetings site visits and stakeholder discussions.

If youre passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we dont just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects were working on and see firsthand the difference were making in the industry!  

Come grow with us. 

Become part of our dynamic Nature business which boasts around 150 professional experts including national and global leaders located across the UK&I from species licence holders to experts in impact assessment habitat creation ecosystem restoration enhancement and management. At AECOM youll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. 

And lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. Youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days. 

Qualifications :

Heres what were looking for: 

• Demonstratable experience in planning and delivery of ecological services on projects in the UK or Ireland.
• Well-developed understanding of relevant wildlife legislation.
• Ideally experience on DCO schemes including experience at examination.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution and evidence of working towards Chartership (such as CIEEM or related).
• Commitment to innovation and continuing professional development.
• A proactive approach to Health and Safety.
• Mentoring and supporting ecology team members.

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives. 

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you! 

Additional Information :

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For further information about the role reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn (Melissa Moody). 

About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time