Job Description Start here. Grow here. Are you ready to make a difference in delivering award-winning contaminated land and remediation projects? AECOM’s Contaminated Land & Remediation Practice is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Principal Consultant or, for the right candidate, an Associate Director to join our multidisciplinary Edinburgh office. This role will support our growing project portfolio and Scottish client base across various sectors, helping shape a better and more sustainable environment. About the Role As a key member of our Practice and Scottish team, you will: Lead Diverse Projects : Take charge of contaminated land and remediation projects for both private and public sector clients, including developers, global oil & gas companies, the nuclear industry, Fortune 500 corporations, regulatory bodies, and government agencies such as SEPA, Scottish Water, and Transport for Scotland. Collaborate Across Disciplines : Work alongside other AECOM business lines, contributing to multi-disciplinary design, build, and construction schemes. Deliver Comprehensive Services : From desk studies and site investigations to risk assessment, remediation strategy development, and implementation, you’ll deliver end-to-end solutions. Grow Client Relationships : Serve as a “Trusted Advisor,” maintaining and developing strong client relationships that generate repeat business. Mentor and Lead : Manage and mentor project staff, fostering their development while ensuring project delivery meets the highest technical standards. What We’re Looking For We seek an ambitious and experienced professional who: Possesses excellent technical and commercial acumen, with the ability to oversee projects from feasibility to completion. Is skilled in managing budgets, adhering to timelines, and delivering high-quality results. Demonstrates independence, leadership, and a collaborative approach to mentoring and team growth. Has strong experience in contaminated land and remediation, with a proven track record of success. About Our Practice AECOM’s Contaminated Land & Remediation Practice is one of the largest in the UK, with a reputation for delivering award-winning projects. Our services include desk studies, site investigation, risk assessment, remediation design and implementation, monitoring, and project close-out. Nationally, we collaborate with other AECOM business units, including Environment, Water, and Energy, to deliver integrated solutions for complex challenges. Why AECOM? AECOM is a Fortune 500 company and a global leader in infrastructure and environmental services. With a presence in more than 150 countries, we design, build, finance, and operate transformative infrastructure assets for governments, businesses, and organizations. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions to the world’s most complex challenges. Join AECOM to shape a better world. Discover how we deliver what others can only imagine at AECOM. Here’s what you’ll do: Develop Workload and Footprint : Expand AECOM’s presence and workload based out of the Edinburgh Office. Focus on Business Development : Lead efforts in bids and tenders to secure new opportunities and drive growth. Deliver Projects : Manage and deliver projects effectively, ensuring alignment with client expectations. Foster Team Development : Enhance team skills and capacity to support overall growth. Capture and Deliver Projects : Take a leading role in project acquisition and successful execution. Drive Regional Growth : Build external client relationships and collaborate with internal AECOM teams in line with market strategy. Client Management : Maintain strong client relationships and ensure effective communication. Lead Tenders and Bids : Oversee tender and bid submissions to secure business opportunities.