Associate Director - Major Projects Ecology LeadJoin to apply for the Associate Director - Major Projects Ecology Lead role at AECOM.OverviewWe are seeking people who are confident and experienced in being the ecology lead for high profile major projects. You will plan, manage, report, and defend the technical outputs from the project to the client, project team, and stakeholders through the relevant planning regime. You will have comprehensive support from the full ecology team to deliver the project, and you will be responsible for reaching across our teams to select appropriate teams to deliver on your projects. This role supports our Nature team across UK and Ireland offices including Manchester, Leeds, Basingstoke, Newcastle, Glasgow, Cambridge, Nottingham, Bristol and Liverpool (other locations across the UK may be considered).ResponsibilitiesAct as the ecology lead for one or more major projects (such as DCO).Work with external clients and the project team to contribute to scope, technical advice, and problem solving.Support with project bidding, initiation, delivery, and reviews.Liaise with internal AECOM teams on project deliverables, scheduling, and budget.Act as Lead Verifier / Approver for a range of technical ecology project deliverables.Support the regional lead and national ecology team to achieve other deliverables during quieter periods on the project.Provide mentoring to members of the ecology team working on the project.Lead client-facing work, acting as the main point of contact for key clients and representing the company at meetings, site visits, and stakeholder discussions.QualificationsDemonstratable experience in planning and delivery of ecological services on projects in the UK or Ireland.Well-developed understanding of relevant wildlife legislation.Ideally experience on DCO schemes, including experience at examination.Membership of an appropriate professional institution and evidence of working towards Chartership (such as CIEEM or related).Commitment to innovation and continuing professional development.A proactive approach to Health and Safety.Mentoring and supporting ecology team members.About AECOMAt AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. We are a global team delivering projects across energy, water, renewables, defence and transport sectors. We offer hybrid working, development opportunities, and a range of benefits to support your well-being and career growth. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with a disability.Additional InformationReqID: J10136664 • Business Line: Environment • Business Group: DCS • Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India • Career Area: Science • Work Location Model: HybridJob FunctionConsultingEnvironmental ScienceProject Management #J-18808-Ljbffr