Regional Ecology Lead

URS Scott Wilson (Aecom); Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international infrastructure firm is looking for a Regional Lead for its Nature team in Belfast. You will manage a team of 60 terrestrial ecologists and oversee various ecology-focused projects, ensuring technical excellence and client engagement. Candidates should possess a degree in ecology and relevant professional membership, along with leadership experience in ecological management. Join us to help shape the future of ecological projects across the UK and Ireland.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in ecology or an associated subject.
• Membership of a professional institution with progression towards Chartered status.
• Experience in leading and managing an ecology team.
• Experience in ecological surveys and impact assessments.
• Proven ability to manage projects and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead a regional team of terrestrial ecologists in project delivery.
• Grow the team through work winning and project management.
• Report on regional progress against KPIs.
• Act as a project lead for ecological projects.
• Support the development of the Nature leadership team.

Skills

Leading ecology team

Client engagement

Project management

Ecological surveys

Technical work verification

Education

Degree in ecology or related field

Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Environmentalist

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone to join the leadership team of the AECOM UK&I Ecology team as one of three terrestrial ecology Regional Leads.

Join our dynamic Nature team as the Regional Lead for our Celtic and Southwest region, covering Scotland, Ireland, Wales and the Southwest of England. You will be leading and growing our team of 60 terrestrial ecologists throughout the region and will be part of the Nature Leadership team. You will be responsible for the ecology projects within your region, including delivery and technical excellence.

You will be working closely with clients and our internal teams to deliver both ecology focused and multidisciplinary projects including major infrastructure projects, such as power networks and pipelines, renewable energy such as solar, wind and pumped storage hydro schemes, coastal defences, electricity transmission network reinforcement, and recreational infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Leading our 60+ regional team of terrestrial ecologists in delivering a range of complex ecological projects through the region
• Responsible for the growth and development of the team, including major project work winning, client engagement, and project delivery
• Report on the progress of the region against KPIs, identifying opportunities to grow and improve
• Act as a technical and project lead for ecological projects including, lead verifier, project manager and project approver
• Be part of the Nature leadership team, supporting the growth and development of the Nature team, including delivery and technical excellence

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution and working towards or obtained Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Environmentalist status
• Experience of leading and line management of an ecology team
• Experience of leading and managing ecological surveys/licensing/impact assessment (as relevant to your areas of specialisms) as demonstrated by suitable professional experience
• Experience in managing projects, project budgets and leading stakeholder discussions, and bidding/tendering
• Experience of reviewing/verifying technical work and supporting wider team members
• Experience of work winning and client engagement

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!

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