Senior Ecologist

AECOM; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm seeks a Senior Ecologist to oversee ecological projects and offer consultancy services across various sectors. This role involves managing project phases, preparing bids, and delivering high-quality outputs in collaboration with clients. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong project management skills. The position supports flexible hybrid work arrangements and offers numerous career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological project work.
• Ability to support complex ecological solutions.
• Proficient in communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of bids and tenders for ecological services.
• Plan and organise all phases of ecological projects.
• Deliver high-quality ecological consultancy services.
• Support the production of ecology chapters for environmental statements.

Skills

Ecological consultancy

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Education

Relevant degree in ecology or environmental science

Job description

• Support the preparation of high quality and commercially astute bids and tenders for ecological services, notably in the energy, defence, and water sectors.
• Plan, schedule and organise all phases of ecological project work, ensuring necessary resources, budgets and controls are in place to meet both programme and budget requirements;
• Support delivery of high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external clients, including through our check and review processes;
• Support development of technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues;
• Communicate effectively and professionally with other members of the ecology team, within projects and with clients;
• Support production of ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species licence applications;
• Author or technically check project deliverables to ensure high quality outputs;

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. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry! Join our dynamic Nature team as an Senior Ecologist in our growing Basingstoke, Croydon, Nottingham, Manchester, Newcastle, and Leeds offices, (though other locations may be considered), and benefit through 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. Presently, we are 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. Our recent projects have included several of the largest solar farms to have gained consent in the UK; energy transition projects; habitats regulations assessments of various plans and projects for local authorities; and masterplanning of new residential developments for local authorities. Become part of our dynamic Nature business, which boasts around 150 professional experts including national and global leaders located across the UK&I, from species licence holders to experts in impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. At AECOM, you'll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.