DescriptionWith the UK government’s ambitious goal of delivering 60GW of solar power by 2030, Solar Careers UK are on a mission to help recruit, train, and place over 43,000 new professionals into rewarding careers within the solar and battery storage industry.
Solar Careers UK is a division of Solar Energy UK, the trade association representing over 425 solar businesses across the country. Many of these companies specialise in delivering high-quality solar installations for domestic, commercial, and utility-scale projects.
For the industry's most in-demand jobs, we have been asked to assist with the recruitment of full-time, permanent installation teams from across all regions of the United Kingdom.
By completing this application Solar Careers UK can help connect you to Associate Director - Major Projects Ecology Lead - Glasgow live job vacancies that match your skills and experience, and provide guidance on the qualifications and training needed to pursue your chosen career in the solar sector.
RequirementsJoin AECOM’s dynamic Nature team as an Associate Director and lead ecology services on major infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. You will act as the ecology lead for high-profile projects, including Development Consent Order (DCO) schemes, managing technical outputs, reporting, and defending ecological advice to clients, project teams, and stakeholders through relevant planning regimes. Supported by a full ecology team, you will coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes. Your role includes client engagement, project bidding, delivery oversight, and mentoring ecology team members. You will represent AECOM at meetings, site visits, and stakeholder discussions, driving innovation and excellence in ecological consultancy. Be part of a team of around 150 experts working on large infrastructure projects in energy, water, renewables, defence, and transport sectors, as well as national and international projects. AECOM offers an inclusive, forward-thinking environment with career development opportunities, technical practice networks, and volunteering days. Join us to help deliver sustainable legacies and make a positive impact on communities and the environment worldwide.
Experience
- Demonstrable experience in planning and delivery of ecological services on UK or Ireland projects.
- Experience working on DCO schemes, including examination stages, is highly desirable.
- Proven ability to lead ecology teams and manage major projects.
- Experience mentoring and supporting ecology team members.
About you
- Confident and proactive ecology lead with strong client-facing skills.
- Committed to innovation, continuous professional development, and health and safety.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Enthusiastic about working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Embraces diversity and inclusion, contributing positively to team culture.
Qualifications
- Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., CIEEM) with evidence of working towards Chartered status.
- Well-developed understanding of relevant wildlife legislation.
- Commitment to maintaining high professional standards and ongoing learning.
BenefitsCompetitive salary commensurate with experience
Hybrid working options available
