Associate Director EIA - Marine projects

AECOM; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for EIA - Marine Projects to enhance environmental performance in marine development. This role offers a chance to lead high-profile projects such as offshore wind and coastal developments, collaborating with experts to ensure compliance and quality. With a flexible hybrid working model and a commitment to professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about sustainability and innovation. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment and communities.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits

Supportive environment that values diversity

Qualifications

• Relevant environmental degree and professional membership preferred.
• Experience in EIA consultancy and report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate environmental inputs for marine projects.
• Manage resources and budgets effectively throughout project lifecycles.

Skills

EIA consultancy

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental assessment

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Environmental Science

Chartered Environmentalist membership

Job description

Associate Director EIA - Marine Projects

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Our work spans improving infrastructure, providing access to clean water, and transforming skylines, helping communities thrive. As the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, we partner with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

With increasing global infrastructure investments, our services are in high demand. Join our team of over 50,000 professionals including planners, engineers, scientists, and digital innovators, delivering impactful projects worldwide.

Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

If you're passionate about enhancing the environmental performance of marine development projects, this role offers the opportunity to work on offshore wind, interconnectors, subsea cables, ports, and coastal developments. You will collaborate with technical experts and work within our established Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team across the UK and Ireland.

We are flexible on office location, with options across the UK including Basingstoke, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Croydon, Dublin, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London Aldgate, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Plymouth, St Albans, and Warrington, embracing a hybrid working model.

Our projects include marine power generation, transmission, subsea cables, ports, and coastal developments. You will lead and contribute to high-profile marine projects, managing multidisciplinary environmental inputs throughout all project stages.

Responsibilities

• Provide Expertise: Lead and coordinate environmental inputs, manage reports and assessments, and review specialist chapters throughout project lifecycles.
• Ensure Quality: Maintain high standards and compliance with quality procedures.
• Project Management: Manage resources and budgets effectively.
• Collaborate: Work with teams to improve environmental outcomes, identify impacts, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Client Contact: Manage relationships with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors.
• Growth: Promote AECOM’s environmental services, lead business development, and develop proposals.

Qualifications

• A relevant environmental degree (preferably Master’s) and professional membership (Chartered Environmentalist preferred).
• Experience in EIA consultancy, report preparation, and technical review.
• Knowledge of UK marine consenting and licensing regimes.
• Leadership skills for managing teams and client engagement.
• Project management capabilities, including scheduling and budgeting.
• Commitment to innovation and professional development.
• Interest in mentorship and business development.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

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About AECOM

We are a global infrastructure firm delivering services across transportation, water, energy, and environment sectors. Our purpose is to create a better world through technical expertise and sustainable practices. Visit aecom.com for more.

Benefits and Culture

Enjoy flexible hybrid working, career development, and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. We offer comprehensive benefits to support your well-being and growth.