Location
Birmingham

Hours
Full Time

About the Role
Join AECOM's Impact Assessment team in Birmingham for a graduate role starting between June and September 2026. As part of the Environment business, our team of around 730 professionals across the UK and Ireland delivers environment and sustainability solutions to public and private sector clients, addressing climate and biodiversity emergencies. The Impact Assessment practice coordinates multidisciplinary environmental inputs for infrastructure projects, helping clients gain development consent, identify environmental constraints, avoid impacts, and develop solutions that deliver benefits. You will support the preparation of environmental assessment reports and provide post-planning consent support during project construction and operation. Key projects include sustainable energy generation, transmission, and water distribution, contributing to nationally significant infrastructure developments.

We seek individuals with inquisitive minds who can ask the right questions to shape projects for environmentally beneficial outcomes. Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential to engage with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. You will be encouraged to take personal responsibility for your development while working collaboratively within a team.

Perks and Development
At AECOM, you will benefit from a flexible hybrid working model, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. Graduates are paired with senior mentors for on-the-job support and participate in the two-year ADVANCE Graduate Development Programme, which includes instructor-led training, online learning, and webinars. Support towards professional chartership with relevant institutions is provided. Join a diverse community of over 750 graduates across the UK and Ireland making a tangible environmental impact.

Experience
No prior professional experience is required; enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are essential.

About you
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with confidence to engage a variety of stakeholders
- Ability to work flexibly under pressure and manage time effectively to meet project deadlines
- Team player with a proactive, self-starting attitude and strong attention to detail
- Good organisational skills and commercial awareness for business development and proposal preparation
- Willingness and ability to travel for site surveys and project requirements
- Ability to summarise technical information clearly and conduct diligent research
- Strong numeracy skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Qualifications
Ideally, a relevant first degree and potentially a postgraduate degree in subjects such as environmental impact assessment, environmental economics, environmental management, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental science, geography, sustainable development, or related fields. A good understanding of digital solutions to support environmental and sustainability challenges is desirable. A full driving licence or access to reliable transport is beneficial. Fluency in English is required.