Location
Liverpool (Other UK locations including Manchester, Leeds, Basingstoke, Newcastle, Glasgow, Cambridge, Nottingham and Liverpool offices may be considered)

Hours
Full Time - Hybrid working model

Salary
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

About the Role
Join AECOM’s dynamic Nature team as an Associate Director - Ecology and help shape the future of the environment. You will lead ecological inputs on a variety of projects across the UK and Ireland, including large infrastructure developments in energy, water, renewables, defence, and transport sectors, as well as smaller local projects. Your role will involve planning and delivering ecological assessments such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Protected Species Baseline Reports, Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments, and Biodiversity Net Gain Calculations. You will provide technical leadership, develop pragmatic solutions, and engage with clients, planning authorities, statutory bodies, and the public. Additionally, you will contribute to the growth of technical capabilities, lead bids and tenders, and mentor junior staff and peers. AECOM offers a supportive environment with internal and external training, mentoring, and coaching within a forward-thinking and inclusive culture. Become part of a team of around 230 ecology professionals across the UK&I, including national and global leaders in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, and management. Enjoy flexible hybrid working, career development opportunities, and a range of personalised benefits designed to support your well-being and future growth.

Experience
Demonstrable experience in planning and delivering ecological services on projects in the UK or Ireland; excellent field skills in at least one specialist area including protected species licences; experience mentoring and supporting ecology team members.

About you
Proactive approach to Health and Safety; strong leadership and communication skills; ability to engage effectively with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies; passionate about innovation and delivering pragmatic ecological solutions; committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment.

Qualifications
Membership of an appropriate professional institution (such as CIEEM) with evidence of working towards Chartership or equivalent; well-developed understanding of relevant wildlife conservation legislation and best practice.