Senior Ecologist

Start here. Grow here.

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

Join our dynamic Nature team as an Senior Ecologist in our growing UK and Ireland offices including Nottingham Manchester Basingstoke Croydon Newcastle and Leeds offices (though other locations may be considered) and benefit through our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM we are at the forefront of innovation delivering an exceptional portfolio of Ecology programs and projects through long‑term partnerships with key clients.

We are working on a wide range of projects notably in the power and renewables infrastructure environment and transport sectors as well as collaborating with other technical disciplines such as landscape GIS engineering sustainability and drainage. Our recent projects have included several of the largest solar farms to have gained consent in the UK; energy transition projects; habitat regulation assessments of various plans and projects for local authorities;

and master‑planning of new residential developments for local authorities.

• Actively support the health, safety and well‑being of the team and other colleagues;
• Support the preparation of high‑quality and commercially astute bids and tenders for ecological services notably in the energy, defence and water sectors;
• Plan schedule and organise all phases of ecological project work ensuring necessary resources, budgets and controls are in place to meet both programme and budget requirements;
• Support delivery of high‑quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external clients including through our check and review processes;
• Support development of technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues;
• Communicate effectively and professionally with other members of the ecology team within projects and with clients;
• Support production of ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species licence applications;
• Author or technically check project deliverables to ensure high quality outputs;

If you’re passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we don’t just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Keep up with the impactful projects we are working on via our Linked In.

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

And let’s not forget about the perks ’ll 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.

Ready to push the limits of whats possible.

• Demonstrable experience in planning and delivery of ecological services on projects in the UK or Ireland;
• Well‑developed understanding of relevant wildlife conservation or in relation to at least one major habitat type or species;
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution and evidence of working towards Chartership (such as CIEEM or related);
• Excellent field skills in at least one specialist area including any protected species licences;
• A proactive approach to Health and Safety;

We celebrate diversity including neuro‑diversity 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 AECOM we value everyone’s unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would…