Company Description 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. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. Job Description Are you ready to join a team of talented ecologists and shape the future of the environment? Join our dynamic Nature team as a Consultant Ecologist in our growing Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Dublin locations (other locations may be considered), while enjoying our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of Ecology programs and projects through long‑term partnerships with key clients. Our Nature team works on a mix of large infrastructure projects in the energy, water, renewables, defence and transport sectors, alongside managing smaller local projects, and supports the wider AECOM Nature team on national and international projects. Here’s what you’ll do

Organise and carry out desk studies and field‑based habitat, botanical, protected and non‑native invasive species surveys; Undertake the analysis, evaluation, interpretation and presentation of ecological data, including supporting production of Ecological Impact Assessments and design of mitigation strategies; Deliver protected species and habitat surveys safely; analyse and evaluate results, impact assessments, and design and implement successful mitigation strategies; Perform the role of an Ecological Clerk of Works on construction projects.

Come grow with us Become part of our dynamic Nature business, which boasts around 230 professional experts, including national and global leaders located across the UK&I, from species licence holders to experts in impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. AECOM values inclusive and forward‑thinking environments where your contributions are valued. Qualifications

Experience working in an ecology‑related role in the public and / or private sector, designing, coordinating / leading field surveys; Developed knowledge of UK and EC wildlife legislation and policy, particularly relevant to Wales, and the Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) process; Experience in botanical identification, undertaking Phase 1 Habitat / NVC surveys and / or protected species surveys, preferably bats or dormouse; Adaptable and flexible approach to work to meet peaks in demand (ecology roles typically involve occasional longer or unsociable hours and a degree of working away from home for days or weeks at a time); and Strong report‑writing skills, with demonstrable experience producing a range of reports and providing ecological advice to clients and stakeholders.

Additional Information Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more. For further 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 throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to programme 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 $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, inviting everyone to bring their whole selves to work and use their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. Benefits and Compensation We offer a wide array of compensation, benefits and well‑being programmes designed to support your future and well‑being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. Equal Opportunity Statement All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and do not discriminate on any basis. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation, please contact ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme where you meet the minimum and essential criteria. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr