Overview
This is an exceptional opportunity for someone to join the leadership team of the AECOM UK&I Ecology team as one of three terrestrial ecology Regional Leads.
Join our dynamic Nature team as the Regional Lead for our Celtic and Southwest region, covering Scotland, Ireland, Wales and the Southwest of England. You will be leading and growing our team of 60 terrestrial ecologists throughout the region and will be part of the Nature Leadership team. You will be responsible for the ecology projects within your region, including delivery and technical excellence.
Responsibilities
* Leading our 60+ regional team of terrestrial ecologists in delivering a range of complex ecological projects through the region
* Responsible for the growth and development of the team, including major project work winning, client engagement, and project delivery
* Report on the progress of the region against KPIs, identifying opportunities to grow and improve
* Act as a technical and project lead for ecological projects including, lead verifier, project manager and project approver
* Be part of the Nature leadership team, supporting the growth and development of the Nature team, including delivery and technical excellence
Qualifications
* 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
* Experience of leading and line management of an ecology team
* Experience of leading and managing ecological surveys/licensing/impact assessment (as relevant to your areas of specialisms) 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
* Experience of work winning and client engagement
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.
Additional Information
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity. You will have hybrid work options and the flexibility to work from an AECOM office, remote location, or client site. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the application process, please contact ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10135390
Business Line: Environment
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Science
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
Disability Confident Employer: We offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please contact ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
#J-18808-Ljbffr