Remote Associate Director - Ecology

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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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.