Principal Ecologist

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Ecologist and make a significant impact on the environment. This role offers the chance to lead ecological projects, prepare high-quality bids, and provide consultancy services across various sectors. With a flexible hybrid working model, you’ll collaborate with a team of experts dedicated to innovative ecological solutions. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities while contributing to meaningful projects that uplift communities and enhance lives. If you are passionate about ecology and innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Development

Volunteering Days

Technical Practice Networks

AECOM University

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological consultancy and project management.
• Proven ability to prepare bids and tenders for ecological services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support ecological project work across various sectors.
• Manage resources and budgets to meet project requirements.
• Deliver high-quality consultancy services and solutions.

Skills

Ecological Consultancy

Project Management

Bid Preparation

Ecological Impact Assessment

Technical Review

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

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 Nottingham, Leeds, Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Dublin, Cork, Basingstoke, and Croydon (other locations 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 large infrastructure projects across energy, water, renewables, defence, and transport sectors, alongside managing smaller local projects. Our team also supports the wider AECOM Nature team with national and international projects.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead and support the preparation of high-quality, commercially astute bids and tenders for ecological services, especially in energy, defence, and water sectors.
• Oversee planning, scheduling, and organizing all phases of ecological project work, ensuring resources, budgets, and controls meet program and budget requirements.
• Lead and support delivery of ecological consultancy and advisory services to internal and external clients, including review processes.
• Support the development of 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 review project deliverables to ensure high quality outputs.
• Support the ongoing 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 not only construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Follow our AECOM LinkedIn page to stay updated on 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 in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. Our Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) experts shape policy, guide decisions, and foster collaborative environmental outcomes.

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

Start here. Grow here.

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

Join our Nature team as a Principal Ecologist in various UK and Irish locations, with flexible work options. We’re at the forefront of delivering innovative ecology programs through long-term partnerships.

Our projects span large infrastructure sectors and include supporting national and international initiatives.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead and support high-quality bids and tenders for ecological services in key sectors.
• Manage all phases of ecological projects, ensuring resource and budget control.
• Deliver high-quality ecological consultancy services, including review processes.
• Develop solutions to ecological challenges.
• Produce ecology chapters for environmental statements and license applications.
• Ensure high-quality project outputs through authoring and review.
• Contribute to technical capability development.

If you’re passionate about innovation, join us to make a difference. Follow us on social media for updates and insights.

Join us and grow.

Our Ecology team includes experts in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, and more, working across the UK and Ireland. Our BNG specialists influence policy and design for positive environmental outcomes.

We offer comprehensive benefits, career development, flexible working, and a supportive environment to help you thrive.

Interested? Contact our recruiter Melissa Moody on LinkedIn for more info.