Overview
Senior Aquatic Ecologist role at AECOM, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. We are looking for an experienced ecologist to join the Aquatic Ecology Team to provide technical expertise, undertake surveys for new and existing projects, and contribute to the growth and development of the team.
Responsibilities
* Providing aquatic ecology input into EcIA, planning, mitigation, and multi-disciplinary projects;
* Authoring technical reports and working with multi-disciplinary teams to provide specialist input;
* Undertaking data analysis and processing;
* Production of EcIA documents in line with CIEEM guidelines;
* Managing aquatic ecology input into projects, including survey design and costing;
* Playing an important lead role in a team of multi-skilled aquatic ecologists in AECOM’s nationwide offices and laboratories;
* Supporting the wider environmental business.
Qualifications
* Understanding and implementing industry standard monitoring techniques and analyses for aquatic ecology and associated consenting/permitting requirements;
* Familiar with legislation relating to the aquatic environment and its implementation, including the Water Framework Directive (WFD);
* Experience of the EcIA/EIA process, from baseline data collection (desk-based and field surveys) to impact assessment and mitigation design;
* Experience of WFD compliance assessment;
* Full UK driving licence.
Benefits and About Us
At AECOM, we offer a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, with a flexible hybrid working model to support work-life balance. We value diversity and inclusion and provide career development opportunities through AECOM University, networks, and volunteering days.
Additional Information
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
For more information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn (Melissa Moody).
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services across the project lifecycle. We are a Fortune 500 firm with a strong focus on equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental, social and governance priorities. We offer hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider applicants with disabilities under the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
ReqID: J10138396 • Business Line: Water • Business Group: DCS • Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India • Career Area: Science • Work Location Model: Hybrid
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