Principal Aquatic Ecologist

Start here. Grow here.

We are looking for an experienced Principal Aquatic Ecologist to join the Aquatic Ecology Team s role can be based in Edinburgh Glasgow Dublin and Belfast.

Our team are working on a diverse range of projects: baseline data collection and monitoring for major infrastructure and utility projects fish passage and weir removal projects habitat restoration for regulators and the private sector pollution response surveys water quality investigations etc.

Heres what youll do:

• Playing an important role in a team of multi-skilled aquatic ecologists in AECOMs nationwide offices and laboratories;
• Supporting the Team Leader with business development in Scotland;
• Providing technical leadership in the UK for aquatic ecology in your area of expertise;
• Providing aquatic ecology input into EIA planning mitigation and multi-disciplinary projects;
• Mentoring and line managing members of the Aquatic Ecology team
• Authoring and reviewing technical reports working with multi-disciplinary teams to provide specialist input;
• Developing data analysis and processing;
• The production of Ecological Impact Assessment documents in line with CIEEM guidelines;
• Managing aquatic ecology input into projects including survey design and costing;
• Supporting the wider environmental business.

If youre passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we dont just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on Linked In a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects were working on and see firsthand the difference were making in the industry!

Come & Grow with Us.

Become part of AECOMs industry-leading Environment Business Line working alongside specialists in ecology environmental assessment nature-based solutions arboriculture archaeology impact assessment and environmental management across the UK & Ireland.

You will join a growing friendly and highly motivated team and contribute to a diverse range of projects: baseline data collection and monitoring for major infrastructure and utility projects fish passage and weir removal projects habitat restoration for regulators and the private sector pollution response surveys water quality investigations etc.

Enjoy the Perks.

At AECOM youll 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:

• Experience of ecological impact assessment (EcIA/EIA);
• Experience of WFD compliance assessment;
• Understanding of industry standard monitoring techniques and analyses for aquatic ecology and associated consenting/permitting requirements;
• Understanding of industry standard WFD-compliant monitoring techniques;
• Knowledge of legislation relating to the aquatic environment and its implementation particularly the Water Framework Directive;
• Full UK driving licence

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 everyones 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!

Additional Information :

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities.

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