Senior Ecologist

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join its dynamic Nature team. This role offers the chance to work on significant infrastructure projects across various sectors, including energy and transport. You'll support ecological project management, deliver high-quality consultancy services, and contribute to impactful environmental solutions. With a focus on mentorship and professional development, this position promises a collaborative environment where your expertise will help shape the future of the environment. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Career development

AECOM University

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering ecological services in the UK or Ireland.
• Strong understanding of wildlife conservation and protected species licenses.

Responsibilities

• Support health, safety, and well-being of the team and colleagues.
• Plan and organize ecological project work ensuring compliance with budgets.
• Deliver high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services.

Skills

Ecological project management

Wildlife conservation

Data capture and reporting

Mentoring and coaching

Health and safety compliance

Education

Membership of a professional body (e.g., CIEEM)

Relevant ecological qualifications

Job description

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

Join our dynamic Nature team as a Senior Ecologist in our Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, and Newcastle offices (other locations across the UK may be considered). Our North of England regional Nature team is working on a mix of large infrastructure projects in energy, water, renewables, defence, and transport sectors, alongside managing smaller local projects. We also support the wider AECOM Nature team with national and international projects.

In this role, depending on your interests and skillset, you will have opportunities to support areas such as: innovative survey techniques for species and habitats, data capture and reporting, work winning, project management, Habitats Regulations Assessments, and Biodiversity Net Gain mentoring and coaching. Our supportive environment offers internal and external training within a nurturing mentoring and coaching framework.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Support the health, safety, and well-being of the team and colleagues;
• Assist in preparing high-quality, commercially astute bids and tenders for ecological services in sectors like energy, transport, and water;
• Plan, schedule, and organize all phases of ecological project work, ensuring resources, budgets, and controls meet program and budget requirements;
• Deliver high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services, including review processes;
• Develop robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues;
• Communicate effectively with team members, within projects, and with clients;
• Contribute to ecology chapters for environmental statements and license applications;
• Author or review project deliverables to ensure quality outputs.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we build infrastructure and uplift communities. Follow our AECOM LinkedIn page for updates on impactful projects and industry insights.

Come grow with us.

Be part of our Nature business, comprising around 130 experts across the UK&I, from species license holders to impact assessment and habitat creation specialists. At AECOM, you'll thrive in an inclusive, forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

Our perks include a range of benefits supporting your future and well-being, flexible hybrid working, career development, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering ecological services in the UK or Ireland;
• Strong understanding of wildlife conservation;
• Membership of a professional body (e.g., CIEEM) and working towards Chartership;
• Excellent field skills, including protected species licenses;
• Proactive health and safety approach;
• Mentoring and supporting team members.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. For applicants requiring reasonable accommodations, please contact us at [emailprotected].