Environmental Impact Assessment Lead

About the role

AECOM is seeking a senior environmental professional to lead high‑profile environmental impact assessments and approval processes for energy, water and transport projects in Queensland.

Key responsibilities

• Lead environmental impact assessments and manage State and Commonwealth approval processes.
• Develop practical approval strategies that incorporate ecological values and biodiversity risk assessments.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee preparation of assessments, management plans and approval documentation.
• Provide strategic advice to clients while managing project scope, budgets, programmes and technical quality.
• Mentor team members and contribute to business development for the Ecology and Impact Assessment practice.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in ecology, environmental science, natural resource management or a related discipline.
• Significant consulting experience at senior or principal level, with a focus on ecology and biodiversity assessment.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth and Queensland environmental and planning approval frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, multidisciplinary teams and client relationships.

Required skills

• Ecology and biodiversity assessment.
• Environmental impact assessment and permitting processes.
• Strategic advisory and stakeholder engagement.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options, alternative start/finish times and job‑sharing.
• Up to six weeks of additional annual leave per year and the ability to swap public holidays.
• Continuous learning opportunities such as lunch‑and‑learns, professional development courses and paid study leave.
• Global career opportunities within a Fortune 500 infrastructure consulting firm.