Principal Marine Ecologist at AECOM | Birmingham

Launch Your Career with Us. Thrive with Us.Are you driven by a passion for Marine Ecology?We invite you to be a part of our innovative Nature team as a Principal Marine Ecologist in one of our UK and Ireland offices, including locations such as Basingstoke, Manchester, Glasgow, Bristol, Leeds, Birmingham, Cambridge, and Dublin. Our flexible hybrid working model allows you to find the perfect balance between office and remote work. In this role, you will have the chance to apply your extensive skills and expertise on both national and international projects across various sectors, including prestigious power and infrastructure initiatives (such as floating offshore wind), interconnectors, habitat restoration, flood defence projects, and coastal developments like marinas and ports.Your responsibilities will include collaborating with our team of marine and aquatic ecologists and marine Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) specialists to enhance the marine ecology team's growth and expand our portfolio of high-profile marine projects. You will engage directly with clients, manage technical project delivery, and contribute to business development efforts, reporting to the Marine Ecology Lead.Your Role Highlights:Subject Matter Expert: Deliver expert marine ecological and consenting advice, guiding diverse workstreams and project deliverables within the full EIA or Development Consent Order (DCO) cycle. Conduct marine ecology impact assessments, including Environmental Statement chapters and associated assessments (HRA, MCZ, WFD), while supporting licensing and permitting applications for marine projects.Quality Assurance: Utilize your keen attention to detail to ensure our deliverables meet the highest quality standards and adhere to rigorous quality management protocols. Exceptional writing and communication skills are essential for conveying complex scientific information effectively to varied audiences.Collaboration: Work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance the environmental performance of our projects, collaborating with experts in underwater acoustics, coastal processes, water sciences, and marine archaeology, alongside EIA colleagues.Business Growth: Play an integral role in expanding the marine ecology team’s reach. This includes creating technical and fee proposals, engaging in marketing strategies, and confidently presenting to both internal and external audiences while fostering client relationships.Project Management: Exhibit strong project management skills to oversee successful project execution, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgetary guidelines.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the environment? Join our esteemed Nature team as a Principal Ecologist in Birmingham or any of our other growing locations including Cambridge, Basingstoke, Croydon, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Bristol, with the advantage of our flexible hybrid working model.At AECOM, we lead the way in ecological innovation, delivering a diverse array of ecology programs through long-standing partnerships with key clients. Our current projects span the power and renewables, infrastructure, environment, and transport sectors, and involve collaboration with various technical disciplines, such as landscape architecture, GIS, engineering, sustainability, and drainage. Recent accomplishments include overseeing some of the largest consented solar farms in the UK, energy transition projects, habitat regulations assessments for local authorities, and the master planning of new residential developments.Your Role:Provide leadership and support in delivering high-quality ecological consultancy and advisory services to both internal and external stakeholders.Plan, schedule, and organize all phases of ecological project work, ensuring resources, budgets, and controls are aligned to meet program and budgetary goals.Develop technically robust and pragmatic solutions to complex ecological challenges.Lead and contribute to the production of ecology chapters for environmental statements and protected species license applications.Review and author project deliverables to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality.Contribute to the growth and enhancement of our technical capabilities.Join Us in Making a Difference.Become a part of our dynamic Nature business, which includes approximately 230 experts in arboriculture, forestry, groundwater, surface water, and ecology. Our team features national and global leaders specializing in species licensing, impact assessments, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, and management. At AECOM, you will thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment that values your contributions.Enjoy a range of core and personalized benefits aimed at supporting your well-being and future, tailored to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our hybrid working model for an optimal work-life balance, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Join our dynamic team as a Senior/Principal Ecologist at Ramboll Group, a leading global engineering, design, and consultancy company. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality ecological assessments and providing expert advice on biodiversity and environmental sustainability. You will collaborate with diverse teams, engage with clients, and contribute to innovative projects that make a positive impact on the environment.

Start your journey with us and elevate your career!“Are you eager to become part of a team of hydrologists who are transforming the Water Industry?”We invite you to join our innovative and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Principal Hydrologist. You will have the flexibility to work from one of our offices in the UK or Ireland, benefiting from our adaptable hybrid working model.In this pivotal role, you will spearhead significant water projects both nationally and internationally. You will conduct hydrological assessments that guide flood risk management, major infrastructure planning, water resource strategies, and environmental permits.This senior position blends technical expertise, client interaction, project management, and team leadership within our expanding water division.Your responsibilities will include:Leading hydrological assessments to assist with flood risk evaluations, infrastructure design, catchment strategies, and environmental impact analyses.Providing technical guidance on rainfall-runoff modeling, river flow estimation, climate change considerations, and catchment analysis.Overseeing and validating hydrological modeling outputs to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to UK regulatory standards.Serving as the technical authority on major frameworks and multidisciplinary projects across transport, energy, water, and development sectors.Advising clients on flood risk policies, drainage strategies, abstraction licensing, and environmental permitting necessities.Mentoring junior hydrologists to cultivate technical proficiency and facilitate knowledge transfer.Assisting with business development efforts, including proposal writing and client relationship management.If you are passionate about innovation and transforming bold ideas into reality, AECOM is the place for you. Join our team, where we don't just create infrastructure but also empower communities and enhance lives. Follow our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we’re making in the industry!Grow with us.Become part of our vibrant Water business, which comprises approximately 600 experts across the UK and Ireland. Collaborate with leading engineers and consultants to deliver a wide range of exciting projects, from small-scale initiatives to large-scale developments, from inception to completion.At AECOM, you will thrive in an inclusive and progressive environment where your contributions are valued – with numerous perks! Enjoy a variety of core and personalized benefits tailored to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, technical networks, AECOM University, volunteer days, and our flexible hybrid working model to achieve a work-life balance that suits you.

Join our highly skilled team at AECOM as a Senior Ecologist. In this role, you will lead ecological assessments and contribute to innovative environmental solutions. Your expertise will play a vital part in ensuring sustainable development and compliance with environmental regulations.

Join our dynamic team at AECOM as an Associate Cost Manager in Birmingham, where you will play a crucial role in managing project costs for various construction consultancy projects. As an integral part of our team, you will leverage your expertise to ensure projects are completed within budget and meet client expectations.Your responsibilities will include preparing cost estimates, monitoring project budgets, and providing financial analysis to support decision-making processes. You will collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Join AECOM as a Senior Cost Manager and play a vital role in delivering construction consultancy services that shape the built environment. In this leadership position, you will oversee project cost management, budgeting, and financial control, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.We are looking for a dynamic individual with a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead teams effectively. You will be responsible for managing client relationships, providing strategic advice, and mentoring junior staff.

AECOM Advisory is our newly established management consulting Global Business Line, designed to leverage AECOM’s extensive operational expertise in infrastructure design and engineering services. As a trusted adviser to high-level clients and executive teams, we address their most urgent enterprise and strategic needs.Our clientele spans the entire value chain in the infrastructure and built environment sectors, including central and local government, defence, energy, investors, transportation, and water. Our UK team, comprised of 100 professionals, including business analysts, economists, commercial strategists, and change management practitioners, focuses on assisting clients in developing robust strategies, implementing major programmes for successful delivery, and enhancing operational performance to create value for stakeholders and impact communities positively.We represent a new breed of consulting firm, built on deep operational and technical expertise, providing clients with industry-specific insights and capabilities.We are on the lookout for talented leaders who are driven by a mission to serve our clients. This position is open for candidates based anywhere in the UK.As a Senior Director within AECOM Advisory’s UK business, you will be instrumental in driving business development, managing engagement delivery, and leading practice development within the defence sector. This seller-doer role encompasses the following responsibilities:Engaging in industry discussions and leveraging professional networks to identify and generate business development opportunities.Utilizing industry expertise and commercial insight to define and shape targeted business development campaigns.Overseeing all aspects of business development, including client outreach, proposal development, solution architecture, pricing strategy, internal risk reviews, and compliance procedures.Leading and supervising multiple delivery teams across various engagement models and scopes.Providing leadership during client interactions regarding delivery progress and insight validation, with visibility into interactions with C-suite clients and senior management.Effectively managing contributions from peers and technical teams.

Join Ramboll as a Principal Engineer specializing in drainage systems. In this role, you will lead innovative projects that shape sustainable urban development. You will work collaboratively with a talented team of engineers and designers to deliver high-quality designs and solutions for drainage systems in various environments.

Join AECOM as a Senior Lighting Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of innovative lighting solutions for a variety of projects. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing the aesthetic and functional aspects of spaces, ensuring they meet both client expectations and environmental standards.

Role overview The Senior Pavement Engineer position at AECOM in Birmingham centers on designing and managing pavement engineering projects from initial concept to final delivery. This role requires applying technical expertise to create solutions that meet client objectives and encourage sustainable practices in pavement engineering. What you will do Lead the design and management of pavement engineering projects from start to finish Use technical knowledge to solve complex engineering challenges Ensure project solutions support both client needs and sustainability in the field Requirements Experience in pavement engineering project design and management Strong technical background in developing engineering solutions Commitment to sustainable approaches within pavement engineering

Embark on a Journey of Growth with AECOMAECOM Advisory is on the lookout for innovative and passionate professionals to bolster our strategic procurement services. Our mission is to deliver high-value insights and leadership throughout the comprehensive procurement lifecycle, empowering our clients to effectively execute their capital investment programs, transformative projects, and asset enhancement efforts. We aim to gather the most skilled individuals in the industry to form a diverse and dynamic team. Our clientele, spanning both public and private sectors, relies on us to tackle their most intricate challenges.Building on AECOM’s extensive expertise in infrastructure design and execution, AECOM Advisory serves as a trusted advisor to senior executives and decision-makers, addressing their most urgent enterprise and strategic demands. We manage projects across the infrastructure sector, currently emphasizing aviation, defense, energy, and water utilities.We are pioneering a new category of consulting firm; one that leverages operational and technical expertise from our wider platform to provide clients with deep industry insights and capability-driven solutions.As a leader in our fast-paced, supportive team of diverse consulting professionals, you will thrive in our strong culture of mentorship and collaborative problem-solving. Our mission to tackle the most complex and impactful client challenges is complemented by career pathways that foster both professional development and personal growth.Your Role:Project Leadership: Act as the strategic procurement lead for significant infrastructure projects, offering visionary guidance on delivery models, contract strategies, and commercial frameworks that align with client objectives.Client Relationship Management: Develop and sustain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, providing expert advice on procurement strategy and execution to ensure alignment with market trends and client aspirations.Oversee Procurement Processes: Direct the complete procurement lifecycle, including supplier engagement, tender development, evaluation, and negotiations, ensuring the delivery of high-value, multidisciplinary solutions.Drive Business Growth: Play a vital role in the growth and evolution of AECOM Advisory, identifying expansion opportunities and leading successful work-winning initiatives, including proposal development.Champion Quality and Innovation: Promote quality assurance and continuous improvement in project outcomes, representing AECOM as a leader in strategic procurement through participation in industry forums and thought leadership activities.

Join our award-winning AECOM Controls Team within the Infrastructure & PMO Operating Unit, recognized as a trusted partner for public and private sector clients both in the UK and globally. We excel in delivering innovative Controls Analytics solutions across Cost, Risk, Planning, and Performance Controls, supporting extensive infrastructure and capital projects. By integrating advanced analytics with leading project controls, our team empowers clients to make informed, data-driven decisions that enhance the success of their assets and investments.As we continue to grow, we are looking for a seasoned Controls Analytics Project Director to lead impactful analytics initiatives and manage a team of professionals dedicated to providing transformative project and programme PMO controls solutions. This role presents an opportunity to shape strategic controls frameworks and analytics methodologies at both project and programme levels, ensuring PMO functions are executed with data-backed accuracy. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with senior executives, fostering teamwork across multidisciplinary groups to optimize project performance.Key Responsibilities:In your capacity as a Controls Analytics Project Director, you will oversee the design, implementation, and governance of controls analytics solutions for intricate infrastructure projects. Your responsibilities will include strategic oversight and operational leadership in project controls analytics, leveraging data-driven insights to manage project risks, control costs, and facilitate decision-making. This role is critical to ensuring project outcomes align with client objectives and delivering value through high-level controls and analytics expertise.Strategic Leadership in Controls Analytics:Direct the development and execution of a comprehensive controls analytics and back office strategy across large-scale projects, either independently or as part of a PMO, to enhance complex project and programme performance.Supervise analytics initiatives across various project dimensions, including cost, schedule, risk, benefits realization, change control, and commercial management, driving client maturity as needed, ensuring alignment with client goals and industry best practices.Serve as the primary trusted advisor to executive-level stakeholders regarding complex PMO and project controls strategies, analytics insights, and value-added recommendations.Project Controls Governance & Compliance:Establish and implement governance frameworks and compliance protocols to ensure consistent application of controls analytics across all relevant project functions, programmes, and PMOs.Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines, advocating for best practices in data management, analytics, and project controls.Continuously review and enhance compliance structures to adapt to evolving project needs and industry standards.

Role Overview AECOM is hiring a Lead Design Engineer (Water) in Birmingham. This role centers on leading design work for water projects and guiding teams to deliver effective solutions for clients. What You Will Do Lead the design process for water-related engineering projects Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate project delivery Ensure solutions align with client requirements and quality standards Location This position is based in Birmingham.

Jobs for Humanity is hiring a Principal Engineer in Birmingham. This position centers on leading engineering projects that support the company’s mission of social impact. The role calls for both technical depth and a commitment to building solutions that serve a wide range of communities. Role overview The Principal Engineer will guide technical initiatives and set direction for key projects. This includes designing scalable systems and ensuring that engineering work aligns with organizational goals. The position involves collaborating with teams to deliver technology that has a positive effect on society. What you will do Lead engineering projects from concept through delivery Shape technical strategy and architecture Work with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems Focus on solutions that address the needs of diverse communities Requirements Experience in a senior engineering or technical leadership role Strong background in designing scalable systems Interest in technology that supports social good Ability to collaborate and communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders

As a result of our ongoing expansion, we are thrilled to announce multiple openings for analytical and proactive individuals to become integral members of our Controls Analytics team. The ideal candidate will engage in every phase of a project, from gathering requirements and defining the project scope to spearheading the creation and execution of impactful controls analytics solutions. This role provides an exciting opportunity to collaborate with prestigious clients on expansive projects, working alongside a diverse array of construction professionals in a multidisciplinary setting.The Senior Project Controls Analyst will be pivotal in delivering advanced analytics and data insights to bolster project controls functions for significant infrastructure initiatives. This position is essential for ensuring that project risks, scheduling performance, and cost projections align with broader business objectives. You will collaborate closely with various teams, including project managers, risk analysts, and commercial experts, to improve project performance visibility and facilitate effective decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesControls Analytics & Reporting:Design and maintain dashboards and reports that offer insights into project health across all PMO functions at both project and program levels.Establish and track key project performance indicators while identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.Deliver clear and actionable insights to stakeholders to support effective governance decisions.Data Modelling & Analysis:Create descriptive and predictive analytics models to evaluate potential project outcomes based on current data and trends.Risk & Performance Management:Partner with the risk management team to embed data-driven risk models into the controls processes.Assess risk impacts and integrate them into forecasts and contingency plans to provide a comprehensive view of project performance, including support for QSRA and QCRA.Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate closely with project teams to comprehend requirements, explore desired outcomes, and deliver customized analytics solutions.Effectively communicate complex analytics insights and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in an accessible manner.Compliance & Governance:Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory guidelines in all controls analytics methodologies and practices.Stay informed about advancements in analytics tools, techniques, and relevant technologies (including project controls software) as well as best practices in project and program management.

Join our team at AECOM as a Senior Health and Safety Consultant. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to enhance workplace safety protocols and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Your contributions will directly impact the well-being of our employees and the overall safety culture within our projects.

AECOM Advisory represents our newly launched management consulting Global Business Line, aimed at leveraging AECOM’s extensive operational expertise in infrastructure design and engineering services. We position ourselves as a trusted partner to senior-level clients and executive teams, addressing their most critical enterprise and strategic challenges.We cater to a diverse clientele involved in the infrastructure and built environment sectors, including central and local government, defence, energy, investors, transportation, and water. Our UK team, comprised of 100 talented professionals, including business analysts, economists, commercial strategists, major programme advisors, and change management practitioners, is dedicated to crafting strategies, establishing major programmes for successful implementation, and enhancing operational performance to deliver value to stakeholders and foster community impact.AECOM Advisory is a unique consulting firm that draws on our operational and technical expertise, providing industry-specific insights and capabilities to our clients.We are in search of dynamic leaders who are passionate about our mission to join AECOM Advisory. This position can be based from any location within the UK.In this fast-paced and supportive environment, you will work alongside a diverse team of consulting professionals. Our culture promotes collaborative problem-solving, focused on tackling our clients' most complex and impactful challenges, while offering career pathways that support professional and personal growth.Role Overview:As a Senior Director in AECOM Advisory’s UK business, your responsibilities will encompass driving business development, managing engagement delivery, and leading practice development for the local government sector. This is a seller-doer role, involving tasks such as:Engaging in industry discussions and professional networks to identify and create business development opportunities.Utilizing your industry knowledge and commercial insight to proactively shape and define business development campaigns.Overseeing all aspects of business development for engagements and broader campaigns, including client outreach, proposal development, solutions architecture, pricing strategy, internal risk reviews, and compliance procedures.Leading multiple delivery teams across various engagement scopes, ensuring quality control and effective management.Providing leadership in client interactions regarding delivery progress and insights, ensuring visibility in interactions with C-suite clients and senior management stakeholders.

Join AECOM as a Principal Town Planner in Birmingham, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable urban environments. We are seeking an experienced professional with a passion for innovative planning solutions. You will lead projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Join AECOM as a Principal RAMS Engineer in Birmingham, where you will lead critical projects in risk assessment, reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety (RAMS) engineering. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing system performance and safety across various sectors.