Principal Ecologist

TN United Kingdom; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Ecologist, where you will lead innovative ecological projects across various sectors. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the environment while collaborating with experts in landscape, GIS, and sustainability. With a flexible hybrid working model, you will contribute to high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services, ensuring positive environmental outcomes. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and supports your career growth through diverse benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Development Opportunities

Volunteering Days

Technical Practice Networks

Qualifications

• Experience leading ecological surveys and impact assessments.
• Strong understanding of wildlife conservation and habitats.

Responsibilities

• Lead bids and tenders for ecological services in various sectors.
• Manage project phases, resources, and budgets effectively.

Skills

Ecological Surveys

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Wildlife Conservation

Impact Assessments

Education

Membership of a Professional Body (e.g., CIEEM)

Chartership in Ecology

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 Principal Ecologist in our growing locations including Cambridge, Basingstoke, Croydon, Leeds, St Albans, Nottingham, Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Dublin, and Cork (other locations may be considered). Benefit from our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of ecology programs and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients.

We are currently 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. Recent projects include several of the largest solar farms to have gained consent in the UK; a cable tunnel below the River Thames; electricity network upgrades in Kent and Suffolk; habitats regulations assessments for various plans and projects for local authorities; and masterplanning of new residential developments.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead and support the preparation of high-quality and commercially astute bids and tenders for ecological services, notably in the energy, defence, and water sectors.
• Oversee planning, scheduling, and organizing all phases of ecological project work, ensuring resources, budgets, and controls are in place to meet program and budget requirements.
• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to internal and external clients, including through review processes.
• Support the development of technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues.
• Lead and support the production of ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species license applications.
• Author or technically check project deliverables to ensure high-quality outputs.
• Support the continued development of our technical capabilities and reach.

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. Follow our AECOM page on LinkedIn to stay updated on our impactful projects and see the difference we’re making.

Come grow with us.

Become part of our Nature business, which includes around 150 professional experts. Our Ecology team features national and global leaders across the UK and Ireland, specializing in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, and biodiversity management. Our Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) experts shape policy, guide practical decisions, and foster collaborative designs for positive environmental outcomes.

Enjoy our range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career development, including flexible hybrid working, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

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

Join our growing Nature team as a Principal Ecologist in locations including Cambridge, Basingstoke, Croydon, Leeds, St Albans, Nottingham, Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Dublin, and Cork (other locations considered). Benefit from our flexible hybrid working model. We are delivering a wide range of projects in power, renewables, infrastructure, environment, and transport sectors, collaborating with disciplines such as landscape, GIS, engineering, sustainability, and drainage. Recent projects include large solar farms, Thames cable tunnel, electricity upgrades, habitat assessments, and residential masterplanning.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead and support bids and tenders for ecological services in energy, defence, and water sectors.
• Manage ecological project phases, resources, budgets, and controls.
• Deliver ecological consultancy and advisory services, ensuring quality through review processes.
• Develop solutions to complex ecological issues.
• Contribute to environmental statements and license applications.
• Check project outputs for quality.
• Help develop technical capabilities.

If you're passionate about innovation and making a difference, join AECOM. Follow us on LinkedIn for updates on our projects and impact.

Come grow with us.

Join our Ecology team of around 150 experts, leading in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, and biodiversity policy. Our team fosters positive environmental outcomes through collaboration and expertise.

We offer benefits supporting your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance, including flexible working, training, and volunteering opportunities.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Experience leading ecological surveys, licensing, or impact assessments.
• Experience in project management, work-winning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to review technical work and support team members.
• Strong understanding of wildlife conservation, habitats, or species.
• Membership of a professional body (e.g., CIEEM) and working towards Chartership.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. If you require accommodations, contact us at [email].

If you have relevant skills or transferable experience, we want to hear from you!

Additional Information

Travel to North Wales, Scotland, and internationally may be required.

Follow us on social media or contact our recruiter Melissa Moody on LinkedIn for more info.

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About AECOM

AECOM is a leading infrastructure consulting firm providing services across project lifecycle stages, including advisory, design, engineering, and management. We work on transportation, water, energy, and environmental projects, committed to sustainability, diversity, and innovation. Revenue was $14.4 billion in FY 2023. Learn more at aecom.com and @AECOM.

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