Location
Flexible UK locations including Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London Aldgate, Manchester, Newcastle, and Plymouth with a hybrid working model.

Hours
Full Time - Flexible hours with hybrid work options

Salary
Competitive salary commensurate with experience

About the Role
Join AECOM as a Principal Marine Consultant and play a pivotal role in shaping the environmental performance of marine development projects across sectors such as offshore wind, interconnectors, subsea cables, ports and harbours, and coastal developments. You will work closely with technical experts, including our in-house marine ecology team, within a large Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team spanning the UK and Ireland. This role involves managing environmental inputs throughout all project stages, from early strategy and site identification to detailed design, construction, and operation. You will lead the preparation of EIA screening and scoping reports, Environmental Statements, and supporting assessments, ensuring the highest quality standards and compliance with rigorous quality management procedures. Your project management skills will be essential in managing resources and budgets effectively. Collaboration is key, as you will work within integrated teams to identify environmental constraints, develop mitigation solutions, and enhance environmental outcomes. You will also manage client relationships, internal teams, and subcontractors, while promoting AECOM’s environmental services and leading business development opportunities. This role offers the chance to contribute to innovative marine projects that have a lasting positive impact on communities and the environment.

Experience
Extensive EIA consultancy experience with proven ability to manage preparation of environmental reports and technical review of specialist chapters. Detailed understanding of marine consenting and licensing regimes in the UK and ideally Ireland. Experience supporting collaborative teams and providing bespoke client advice. Strong project management skills including programming, resource, and budget management.

About you
Passionate about innovation and environmental sustainability. Strong communicator with excellent verbal and report writing skills. Confident engaging with diverse stakeholder groups. Interest in line management and staff mentoring. Motivated to lead business development initiatives and promote environmental services. Committed to continuous professional development and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications
A degree in a relevant environmental discipline, preferably a Masters degree. Professional membership such as Chartered Environmentalist is preferred. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and innovation within environmental consultancy.