Consultant Ecologist

Job Description

We are seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our Nature team in Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Dublin.

• Organise and carry out desk studies and field‑based habitat, botanical, protected and non‑native invasive species surveys.
• Analyse, evaluate, interpret and present ecological data, support the production of Ecological Impact Assessments and design mitigation strategies.
• Deliver protected species and habitat surveys safely; analyse results, assess impacts and design and implement mitigation strategies.
• Serve as an Ecological Clerk of Works on construction projects.

• Experience working in an ecology‑related role in the public and/or private sector, and designing, coordinating or leading field surveys.
• Knowledge of UK and European wildlife legislation and policy, particularly relevant to Wales, and the EcIA process.
• Experience in botanical identification, undertaking Phase 1 Habitat/NVC surveys and/or protected species surveys, preferably bats or dormouse.
• Adaptable and flexible approach to work, able to meet peaks in demand including occasional extended or unusual hours and working away from home for days or weeks.
• Strong report‑writing skills, with demonstrable experience producing a range of reports and providing ecological advice to clients and stakeholders.

Core and personalised benefits, flexible hybrid working model, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University and volunteering days.

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process can contact Reaso

Hybrid work model; positions available in the UK & India.

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