Principal Ecologist

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Job Description Are you ready to join a team of talented ecologists and shape the future of the environment? Join our dynamic Nature team as an Principal Ecologist, and benefit through our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, were at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of Ecology programs and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients. In this role, you will be the technical lead on a variety of exciting projects.

You will support members of the wider team to help in the delivery of the ecological aspects of these projects. You will collaborate with the wider multi-disciplinary AECOM team to maximise the beneficial outcomes for nature and our clients. Presently, we are working on a wide range of projects, including:
Major infrastructure projects, especially in the renewable energy sectors. A range of other projects which are helping to create a better world, including river restoration/flood management schemes, active travel projects, and urban regeneration. Heres what youll do:
Lead and support delivery of high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external clients Oversee plan, schedule and organise all phases of ecological project work, ensuring necessary resources, budgets and controls are in place to meet both programme and budget requirements. Support development of technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues. Lead and support production of ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species licence applications.

Author or technically check project deliverables to ensure high quality outputs. Support the continued development of our technical capabilities. Come grow with us. Become part of our dynamic Natural business, which boasts around 150 professional experts including approximately 20 staff across our Ireland and Scotland region, from species licence holders to experts in impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management.

At AECOM, youll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. And let's not forget about the 'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications Ready to push the limits of whats possible? Heres what were looking for:
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.

Experience of leading and managing ecological surveys/licensing/impact assessment, as demonstrated by suitable professional experience. Experience in work-winning, managing projects, project budgets and leading stakeholder discussions.

Experience of reviewing technical work and supporting wider team members. We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We 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 . At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. 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!

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