Biodiversity Consultant (Marine Ecology)

About the role

Join AECOM in Singapore as a Biodiversity Consultant focusing on marine ecology. You will lead baseline ecological surveys, support environmental impact assessments, and develop nature‑based solutions for coastal and marine infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute marine ecology baseline surveys (intertidal and subtidal) covering corals, seagrass, macroalgae, mangroves, fish, invertebrates, and marine mammals.
• Prepare EIA chapters (biodiversity baseline, impact assessment, significance evaluation) and EMMPs for coastal and marine development projects.
• Develop mitigation and offsetting measures following the mitigation hierarchy and contribute to nature‑based solution concepting and feasibility.
• Coordinate with engineers, planners, contractors and regulators; support stakeholder engagement and permitting.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in marine biology, ecology or environmental science (or related field).
• 2–6 years of experience in marine ecology and biodiversity for infrastructure or coastal projects.
• Scientific diving experience (Rescue Diver or higher) strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of marine species in Southeast Asia and ability to work safely on boats and intertidal sites.

Required skills

• Proficiency in ArcGIS or QGIS.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Working knowledge of R or Python for ecological data analysis.
• Experience with marine survey techniques such as belt/quadrat transects, photo/video transects, UVC, BRUVS, settlement tiles, eDNA, benthic cover and coral health indices.

What we offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, leaves of absence and flexible work options.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.