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Are you ready to join a team of talented ecologists and shape the future of the environment? 

We are looking for an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) lead to develop and lead our ECoW offering across Scotland. Our ecology team is working on a mix of infrastructure projects in the energy, water, renewables, defence and transport sectors, alongside managing smaller local projects.  We are looking to further develop and expand our client offering to provide greater support during the post-consent and construction phases.

In this role, you will have the autonomy to develop and grow our ECoW offering across Scotland with an initial focus on providing client-side ECoW services, including ecological auditing, compliance monitoring and assurance. You will play a key role in leading the service, building client relationships, and establishing the technical capability and resources required to support its growth.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Review and assess the existing ECoW workstream, identifying opportunities for growth and developing and implementing a clear delivery strategy.
• Develop and manage strong client and subcontractor relationships, identifying opportunities to expand the ECoW offering and build a sustainable project pipeline.
• Take ownership of the growth and development of the Scotland ECoW workstream, working with the Regional Ecology Lead.
• Work collaboratively with the wider UK Nature team to input into an ECoW technical group, building in-house capability through recruitment, training, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Lead the preparation of bids, tenders and proposals.
• Provide technical and operational leadership for ECoW delivery, including methodologies, reporting, quality assurance and consistent delivery standards.
• Shape and develop the role of ECoW within Scotlands wider Nature and Environment offering, identifying opportunities for collaboration and integrated environmental services.
• Provide technical and strategic input to key projects and clients, including site visits where appropriate.

Monitor the performance and growth of the ECoW workstream, supporting resource planning, forecasting and the development of the service line. If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. 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!  

 Come grow with us. 

Become part of our dynamic Nature business, which boasts around 260 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. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. 

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. 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. 

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? 

Here’s what we’re looking for: 

• Significant experience in ECoW, environmental consultancy, construction environmental management or a related role.
• Strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, planning and permitting requirements, environmental management principles and construction environmental compliance.
• Demonstrable experience of providing environmental oversight on complex projects.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, designers, environmental consultants, regulators and wider project teams.
• Proven experience of leading people, projects or technical workstreams, with the ability to provide direction, support and technical assurance.
• Membership of a relevant professional body, such as IEMA or CIEEM, or equivalent professional experience.
• A proactive approach to Health and Safety. 

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For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn (Melissa Moody). 

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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 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 $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

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, 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. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. 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. Please let us know using this email address [email protected]  if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

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