Technical Coordinator (Project Support)

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.Join our dynamic Nature team as Technical Director in our UK and Ireland offices, including Manchester, Leeds, Basingstoke, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Croydon, Cambridge, Cardiff, Nottingham, Bristol and Liverpool offices (other locations across the UK may be considered). We operate a hybrid working model so you can be in the office or work from home to suit you and the requirements of the job.Our Nature team are working on a mix of large infrastructure projects in the energy, water, renewables, defence and transport sectors, alongside managing smaller local projects. The vast majority of our projects are based in the UK and Ireland.We are looking for a technical leader, someone that can help us shape and drive the ecology team within UKandI. We will call upon your in-depth expertise on ecological assessments and project management to ensure that projects are delivered on time, to budget, and to the high standard expected by AECOM, our clients, and the ecology profession. You will be a member of the wider ecology leadership team in UKandI and will have a say in shaping the direction and future of our team and our work. Your work will be a balance between work winning, project management, and delivery.In this role, depending on your interests and skillset, you will have opportunities to support on a variety of areas such as: using innovative survey techniques for species and habitats surveys, data capture and reporting; management of projects, Habitats Regulations Assessments; and leadership and coaching opportunities. Our supportive environment offers both internal and external training opportunities within a nurturing mentoring and coaching framework.Lead the planning and delivery of ecological inputs for both internal and external clients;and Biodiversity Net Gain calculations;Provide technical leadership to support the delivery of proportionate and pragmatic solutions;Project manage the ecology input into large schemes;Lead consultation and engagement with clients and key project stakeholders including planning authorities, statutory bodies and the public;Join our team, where we don''t just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we''re working on and see firsthand the difference we''re making in the industry!Become part of our dynamic Nature business, which boasts around 150 professional experts including national and global leaders located across the UKandI, from species licence holders to experts in impact assessment, habitat creation, ecosystem restoration, enhancement, and management. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.Degree (or equivalent) in ecology or an associated subject;Excellent knowledge of relevant biodiversity legislation and policy, and reporting skills;Experience of leading and managing biodiversity assessments (major planning applications and DCO submissions) as demonstrated by suitable professional experience;Experience in managing projects, project budgets and leading stakeholder discussions, and bidding/tenderingExperience of reviewing/verifying technical work and supporting wider team members.We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccomodations@aecom.At AECOM, we value everyone''s unique contributions and perspectives.Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!AECOM is the world''s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program 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 $14.See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.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, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person''s potential, and we''ll help you reach yours.We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. ..... full job details .....