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 an Associate Ecologist in our growing Nottingham, Manchester and Birmingham offices (with flexible office locations across the UK), and benefit from our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, championing nature-based solutions from large - scale ecological surveys to integrating nature into decision- making and investment planning.

Current projects include supporting some of the largest Development Consent Order (DCO) applications for solar farms, and major power local authorities to undertake Habitat Regulations Assessments of local plans and policies and support urban regeneration schemes. There is also the opportunity to support overseas projects where this is desirable.

The role offers the opportunity to develop your experience as part of our highly experienced team, delivering groundbreaking projects that can deliver meaningful biodiversity gains. Our supportive and growing team provides excellent career support and development and our wider group of technical experts includes EIA specialists, arborists, planners, engineers.

Here’s what you’ll do: 

• 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 Assessment; 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.

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. 

Our AECOM Nature team consists of around 130 staff across our UK offices, working closely to deliver diverse projects of various scales. Our Ecology team features national and global leaders in species licensing, impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. Our Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) experts shape policy and guide collaborative design decisions for positive 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.