Senior Environmental Impact Lead – Ecology & Permitting

Clough Limited; Townsville City; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6 weeks additional annual leave

Swap public holidays

Continuous learning and global career

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Environmental Professional to connect ecology with project approvals in a consultancy setting. You will guide clients through complex environmental challenges and deliver meaningful outcomes.

You will lead EIAs, develop approval strategies, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and mentor staff while supporting business development and ongoing growth of ecology and permitting practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ecology, environmental science, environmental management or related discipline.
• Significant environmental consulting experience at senior or principal level.
• Experience in ecology and biodiversity assessment with exposure to EIA/approvals.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth and Queensland environmental and planning approval frameworks.
• Experience managing complex projects, budgets, programs and client relationships.
• Strong communication, leadership and mentoring skills for proposals and BD.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental impact assessments and state and Commonwealth approval processes.
• Apply ecological values and biodiversity risks to develop practical approval strategies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee environmental assessments and plans.
• Provide strategic advice while managing scope, budgets, programs and quality.
• Build relationships with clients, regulators and stakeholders; contribute to proposals.
• Mentor team members and support growth of ecology and permitting practices.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in ecology/environmental science

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Environmental Professional to connect ecology with project approvals in a consultancy setting. You will guide clients through complex environmental challenges and deliver meaningful outcomes.

You will lead EIAs, develop approval strategies, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and mentor staff while supporting business development and ongoing growth of ecology and permitting practices.