Associate Director - Major Projects Ecology Lead

Start here. Grow here.  

Are you ready to join a team of talented Ecologist’s and shape the future of the environment? 

We are seeking people who are confident and experienced in being the ecology lead for high profile major projects.  You will plan, manage, report, and defend the technical outputs from the project to the client, project team, and stakeholders through the relevant planning regime.  You will have comprehensive support from the full ecology team to deliver the project, and you will be responsible for reaching across our teams to select appropriate teams to deliver on your projects. 

Join our dynamic Nature team as an Associate Ecologist in our UK and Ireland offices, including Manchester, Leeds, Basingstoke, Newcastle, Glasgow, Cambridge, Nottingham, Bristol and Liverpool offices (other locations across the UK may be considered).

Our Nature team are working on a mix of large infrastructure projects in the energy, water, renewables, defence and transport sectors, alongside managing smaller local projects.  Our team is also supporting the wider AECOM Nature team with National and International projects.  You will be well supported in your role by our team of ecologists, including other ecologists in a similar role, regional leadership, and colleagues from other disciplines delivering on these projects, as well as through the wider AECOM network and Technical Practice Groups. 

 Here’s what you’ll do: 

• Act as the ecology lead for one or more major projects (such as DCO).
• Work with the external clients and the project team to contribute to scope, technical advice, problem solving.
• Support with project bidding, initiation, delivery, and reviews.
• Liaise with internal AECOM teams on project deliverables, scheduling, and budget.
• Act as Lead Verifier / Approver for a range of technical ecology project deliverables.
• Support the regional lead and national ecology team to achieve other deliverables during quieter periods on the project.
• Provide mentorship to members of the ecology team working on the project.
• Lead client-facing work, acting as the main point of contact for key clients and representing the company at meetings, site visits, and stakeholder discussions.

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!  

Come grow with us. 

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.