2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
Job Description
Are you ready to join a team of talented ecologists and shape the future of the environment? We are looking for an experienced Senior Aquatic Ecologist to join the Aquatic Ecology Team at AECOM. You will play a key role in providing technical expertise and undertaking surveys for new and existing projects, as well as in the continued growth and development of our team. You will contribute to a diverse range of projects, including baseline data collection, fish passage, weir removal, fish rescue, translocation, water quality monitoring, pollution response surveys, drought monitoring, and more.
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 across 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 Culture
Join our dynamic Nature business. You’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where your contributions are valued. Perks include a range of core and personalised benefits, flexible hybrid working, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
Additional Information
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!
For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn (Melissa Moody).
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#J-18808-Ljbffr