Principal Ecologist Bat Specialist

2 months ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom AECOM Full time
Job Description

Start here. Grow here.  

Are you ready to join a team of talented Ecologist’s and shape the future of the environment? 

Join our dynamic Nature team as a Principal Ecologist in Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester with flexible hybrid working options. At AECOM, we lead innovative Ecology programs and projects through long-term client partnerships. Our Northern regional Nature teams are currently working on projects like a new electrical transmission line for National Grid, the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), blue and green hydrogen production facilities, solar farms, and various water and highways projects, with potential travel to North Wales, Scotland, and beyond.

In this role, depending on your interests and skillset, you will have opportunities to support on a variety of areas such as: using innovative techniques for species and habitats surveys, data capture and reporting; work winning; Advanced Bat Licence Survey Techniques; and Biodiversity Net Gain mentoring and coaching of the team. Our supportive environment offers both internal and external training opportunities within a nurturing mentoring and coaching framework.

 

Here’s what you’ll do: 

  • Participate in the health, safety and well-being culture of the team;
  • Support liaison with project managers and clients on the delivery of ecological requirements within multi-disciplinary tenders and projects; 
  • Organise and carry out desk studies and field-based habitat, botanical, and protected species surveys; 
  • Assisting, as appropriate to grade, with managing the technical and financial performance of ecological projects to meet budgets and deadlines; 
  • Support with undertaking the analysis, evaluation, interpretation and presentation of ecological data, including preparing reports and supporting with the design of mitigation strategies; 
  • Performing the role of an Ecological Clerk of Works on construction projects; 

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry  

 

Come grow with us. 

Become part of our dynamic Nature business, which boasts around 150 professional experts. Our Ecology team features national and global leaders across the UK and Republic of Ireland, specializing in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. Our Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) experts shape policy, guide practical decisions, and foster collaborative designs for positive environmental outcomes.

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'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 what’s possible? 

Here’s what we’re looking for: 

  • Proven track record of planning and delivery ecological services on projects in the UK or Ireland;
  • Well-developed understanding of relevant wildlife conservation or in relation to a least one major habitat type or species;
  • Protected species licences, ideally you will hold a Natural England Level 2 licence or higher;
  • You will be confident undertaking bat roost assessments of buildings and trees, planning and leading surveys and preparing technical reports.
  • Use of thermal cameras and / or night vision equipment; 
  •  Membership of an appropriate professional institution and evidence of working towards Chartership.

 

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 ReasonableAdjustments@aecom.com. 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 



Additional Information

This role will include a combination of field, office and home working (can be hybrid based) and be located , working at one of UK main offices, preferably  either in  Leeds, Newcastle or Manchester though other locations may be considered.  

Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more 

For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn (Melissa Moody). 

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s 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. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

 

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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

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