Location
Liverpool (other UK locations including Manchester, Leeds, Basingstoke, Newcastle, Croydon, Birmingham, Cambridge, Nottingham may be considered)

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

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 the planning and delivery of ecological inputs for a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors such as energy, water, renewables, defence, and transport. Our projects range from large infrastructure developments to smaller local initiatives, including national and international work. Your role will involve producing and technically reviewing ecological assessments including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Protected Species Baseline Reports, Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments, and Biodiversity Net Gain Calculations. You will provide technical leadership, deliver pragmatic solutions, and lead consultation with clients, planning authorities, statutory bodies, and the public. Additionally, you will play a key role in developing technical capabilities, embedding innovation and research, leading bids and tenders for ecological services, and mentoring junior staff and peers. AECOM offers a supportive environment with internal and external training opportunities within a nurturing mentoring and coaching framework. Join a team of around 230 professional experts across the UK&I, including national and global leaders in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. Benefit from a flexible hybrid working model, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, and a comprehensive 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 any protected species licences; experience mentoring and supporting ecology team members; a proactive approach to Health and Safety.

About you
Passionate about innovation and ecological solutions; strong leadership and communication skills; ability to engage with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies; committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment; motivated to contribute to a better world through sustainable infrastructure and environmental stewardship.

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