Job Description 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 Principal Ecologist in our growing Cambridge, Basingstoke, Croydon, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Dublin, and Cork (though other locations may be considered), and benefit through our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of Ecology programs and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients. Our recent and current ecology projects include: Baseline survey and ecological impact assessments in support of some of the largest solar farms to have gained consent in the UK Habitat and protected species surveys in support of new and upgraded electricity network infrastructure; Large scale woodland bat population monitoring using trapping and tracking techniques; Ecological constraints and opportunities analysis to inform the masterplanning of proposed new communities; Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRAs) of various plans and projects for local authorities. Here’s what you’ll do: Lead and support delivery of high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external clients Oversee plan, schedule and organise all phases of ecological project work, ensuring necessary resources, budgets and controls are in place to meet both programme and budget requirements. Support development of technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues. Lead and support production of ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species licence applications. Author or technically check project deliverables to ensure high quality outputs. Support the continued development of our technical capabilities. Come grow with us. Become part of our dynamic Nature business, which boasts around 150 professional experts including national and global leaders located across the UK&I, from species licence holders to experts in impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. 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.