Location
Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds, Liverpool, and other locations across the UK with a flexible hybrid working model.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive and commensurate with experience

About the Role
Join AECOM’s dynamic Nature team as a Senior Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Specialist and help shape the future of environmental sustainability. You will deliver biodiversity net gain assessments for infrastructure and development projects across Scotland and the wider UK, working on high-profile projects such as rail upgrades, blue and green hydrogen facilities, solar farms, water, and highways projects. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the enhancement of nature through innovative ecological design and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will produce and technically review biodiversity assessments, support client engagement, and lead bids and tenders for ecological and BNG services. AECOM provides a supportive environment with internal and external training, mentoring, and coaching to foster your professional growth. Become part of a team of over 230 ecology professionals, including national and global leaders, working across the UK and Ireland to influence policy, deliver practical design solutions, and promote positive biodiversity outcomes. Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future.

Experience
- Proven experience leading and managing biodiversity assessments using the Statutory Metric and other recognised measurement tools
- Experience undertaking UKHabs surveys and Habitat Condition Assessments
- Experience reviewing technical work, supporting team members, and preparing bids and tenders

About you
Passionate about innovation and environmental sustainability with excellent collaboration and communication skills. You are motivated to mentor junior staff and contribute to the development of technical capabilities and digital biodiversity tools. You thrive in a forward-thinking, inclusive environment and are eager to work on impactful projects that enhance nature and communities.

Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent qualification in ecology or a related subject
- Membership of an appropriate professional institution
- Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation and policy related to biodiversity and ecology