Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
2 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
technical solutions
service delivery
hra reporting
data interpretation
quality assurance
project management
The role is for a Principal Ecologist or Principal HRA specialist within the Nature business, based in various UK offices with a flexible hybrid working model, delivering ecology programmes and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRAs).
- Develop technically robust, pragmatic solutions to complex HRA issues.
- Lead delivery of high‑quality HRA consultancy and advisory services, including checks and reviews.
- Produce HRA reports for Local Plans and Development Consent Orders across the UK, Ireland and Europe.
- Interpret noise, water‑quality and air‑quality data within HRA contexts.
- Author and technically check project deliverables to ensure high‑quality outputs.
- Provide expert‑witness services for Local Plan HRAs and NSIP examinations.
- Prepare commercially strong bids and tenders for HRA services in energy, defence, planning and water sectors.
- Oversee planning, scheduling and resourcing of HRA projects, managing budgets and client contacts.
Requirements
hra
project management
work winning
technical review
chartered
driving licence
Candidates should have proven experience leading HRA work, managing projects and budgets, work‑winning, reviewing technical output, and be a member of a relevant professional body working towards chartership; a full driving licence is required.
- Proven experience leading and managing HRA work.
- Experience winning work, managing project budgets and stakeholder discussions.
- Skilled in reviewing technical work and supporting team members.
- Member of a relevant professional institution (e.g., CIEEM) and progressing towards chartership.
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites.
Benefits
The position offers opportunities to develop HRA expertise, advocacy and expert‑witness skills, and to work alongside a team of around 230 ecology professionals covering species licensing, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration and management.
AECOM provides a range of core and personalised benefits, career development programmes, flexible hybrid working, technical practice networks, AECOM University and volunteering days, within an inclusive culture that values diversity and neurodiversity.
AECOM welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, and offers reasonable accommodations and a Disability Confident interview scheme.
- Flexible hybrid working model.
- Core and personalised wellbeing benefits.
- Career development through AECOM University, technical practice networks and volunteering days.
- Access to industry‑leading technology and global projects.
- Inclusive environment that values diversity, neurodiversity and offers reasonable accommodations.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
- Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
- Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
- Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
Culture + Values
- Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
- Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
- Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
- Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
- Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
- Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
- Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
- Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
- Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
- Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.