Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and delivery of ecological inputs for both internal and external clients.
- Produce and technically review a range of ecological assessments including Preliminary Ecological Appraisal; Protected Species Baseline Reports; Ecological Impact Assessments; Habitats Regulations Assessments; and Biodiversity Net Gain Calculations.
- Provide technical leadership to support the delivery of proportionate and pragmatic solutions.
- Lead consultation and engagement with clients and key project stakeholders including planning authorities, statutory bodies and the public.
- Play a key role in the continued development of our technical capabilities and encourage the embedding of innovation/research.
- Lead the production of bids and tenders for ecological services.
- Mentor and support both junior staff and peers.
Qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject.
- Membership of an appropriate professional institution and working towards or obtained Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Environmentalist status, and a holder of protected species survey and/or mitigation licences.
- Excellent knowledge of relevant wildlife legislation and policy, and reporting skills.
- Experience of leading and managing ecological surveys/licensing/impact assessment as demonstrated by suitable professional experience.
- Experience in managing projects, project budgets, and leading stakeholder discussions, and bidding/tendering.
- Experience of reviewing/verifying technical work and supporting wider team members.
Benefits
- Core and personalized benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle.
- Career development opportunities.
- Flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance.
- Technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at robert.cmb@gmail.com.
If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you.
