Climate & Environment Full-time

Senior Ecologist

AECOM

Location

UK

Type

Full-time

Posted

Jan 08, 2026

Mission

What you will drive

Core responsibilities:

  • Support the preparation of high quality and commercially astute bids and tenders for ecological services, notably in the energy, transport and water sectors
  • 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 delivery of high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external clients, including through check and review processes
  • Support development of technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological issues

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role contributes to shaping the future of the environment through ecological programs and projects, working on renewable energy projects, infrastructure development, and environmental protection initiatives that uplift communities and enhance lives.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

Required skills and qualifications:

  • Experience in ecological consultancy and advisory services
  • Ability to plan, schedule and organise ecological project work with budget management
  • Strong communication skills for working with ecology teams, projects and clients
  • Experience with environmental statements and protected species licence applications

Benefits

What's in it for you

Benefits include:

  • Flexible hybrid working model for work-life balance
  • Career development opportunities
  • Technical practice networks and AECOM University
  • Volunteering days
  • Range of core and personalised benefits supporting future and well-being

About

Inside AECOM

AECOM is at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of Ecology programs and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients, working on power and renewables, infrastructure, environment and transport sectors.