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

Hours
Full Time - Hybrid working model available to support work-life balance

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Join AECOM’s dynamic Nature team as an Associate Director - Ecology and play a key role in shaping the future of the environment. You will lead the planning and delivery of ecological inputs on a diverse range of projects across sectors such as energy, water, renewables, defence, and transport. Our team works on both large infrastructure projects and smaller local initiatives, supporting national and international efforts.

In this role, you will produce and technically review 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 to deliver pragmatic solutions, lead consultation with clients and stakeholders, and contribute to the development of our technical capabilities by embedding innovation and research.

Additional responsibilities include leading bids and tenders for ecological services and mentoring junior staff and peers within a supportive environment that offers internal and external training opportunities alongside a nurturing mentoring and coaching framework.

At AECOM, you will thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment, benefiting 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.

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.
Proven ability to lead ecological assessments and provide technical leadership.
Experience mentoring and supporting ecology team members.
A proactive approach to Health and Safety.

About you
Passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality.
Strong communicator with the ability to engage clients, planning authorities, statutory bodies, and the public.
Committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Motivated to contribute to a team environment and support the growth of others.

Qualifications
Membership of an appropriate professional institution (such as CIEEM) with evidence of working towards Chartership.
Well-developed understanding of relevant wildlife conservation legislation and best practices.
Relevant protected species licences are highly desirable.
If you meet some of the above requirements or have transferable skills, you are encouraged to apply.