Principal Ecologist - BNG Specialist

Job Description

Join our dynamic Nature team as a Senior Biodiversity Net Gain Specialist in our growing Manchester, Nottingham and Birmingham offices (we may also consider other locations across the UK) and enjoy a flexible hybrid working model. In this role you will deliver biodiversity net gain assessments for infrastructure and development projects across the UK, support client and stakeholder engagement, lead bids and tenders, and mentor junior staff.

• Deliver ecological BNG inputs for internal and external clients
• Produce and technically review BNG feasibility, design stage reports, NBB assessments and BNG assessments
• Collaborate with the BNG lead to develop BNG Vision across the UK & Ireland
• Upskill ecologists within the business
• Support consultation and engagement with clients, planning authorities, statutory bodies and the public
• Advocate and embed innovation and research into technical capabilities
• Partner with digital and data teams to develop digital biodiversity tools
• Lead production of bids and tenders for ecological and BNG services
• Mentor and support junior staff and peers

• Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject, and membership of an appropriate professional institution
• Experience leading BNG assessments on large scale infrastructure projects
• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation and policy
• Experience interpreting UKHABS data and Habitat Condition Assessments
• Experience reviewing technical work, supporting wider team members, and bidding/tendering

• Hybrid flexible working model to support work-life balance
• Career development opportunities, including training, mentoring, AECOM University and technical practice networks
• Competitive compensation and well-being programmes tailored to your lifestyle
• Volunteering days and volunteering support
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects across transportation, water, energy and the environment

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged and we provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. All privacy and confidentiality are maintained according to EEO guidelines.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer interview to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Reaso

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.