Associate Director - Flood

Ayesa Engineering - UK and Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Flexible Working

Employer Pension Match Scheme

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Training and Development Programme

Family & Well-Being Support

Sports and Social Activities

Increased Annual Leave

Recognition Awards

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Associate Director to oversee major flood risk management projects. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project compliance, and driving business growth. Candidates should have over 10 years of post-graduate experience, preferably in flood risk management and large-scale infrastructure projects. A competitive salary and flexible work arrangements are offered to attract top talent in the industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years post-graduate experience with a focus on large scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in delivering multi-discipline complex projects.
• Experience with flood risk management in Ireland is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-profile projects across Ireland.
• Mentor teams and contribute to business development strategy.
• Drive compliance with design standards and legislation.
• Manage and mentor multidisciplinary teams of engineers and consultants.
• Act as primary client interface and maintain key relationships.
• Drive business development through market engagement and tender submissions.

Skills

Flood management knowledge

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Quality management

Mentoring

Stakeholder Management

Quality & IMS

Leadership

Education

Honours Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Ayesa Engineering is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and project management firm with more than 60 years of experience shaping the future of the built environment. With more than 3,200 professionals in over 16 countries across the globe, the company offers innovative design, construction supervision, and consulting services in key sectors, including transportation, water, buildings and cities, and energy. A Top 50 Global Engineering firm, Ayesa Engineering is recognised for its technical excellence and its ability to manage complex infrastructure projects for public and private clients, combining deep sector expertise with a commitment to sustainability and cutting‑edge solutions.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Associate Director, you’ll be at the helm of within our major flood risk management business, working closely with our environment, water, geotechnical, structural and marine teams. You will be responsible for business growth, project leadership, managing technical excellence, operational delivery, and client satisfaction. You’ll also play a critical role in mentoring teams, shaping business development strategy, and contributing to the leadership of our business. Your background is ideally in large scale infrastructure delivery in a consulting role. Your role will include:

• Represent Ayesa engineering in a professional manner.
• Lead Delivery of High-Profile Projects across Ireland.
• Oversee Full Project Lifecycle—planning, budgeting, compliance, and delivery.
• Manage and Mentor Multidisciplinary Teams of Engineers and Consultants.
• Act as Primary Client Interface, building and maintaining key relationships.
• Drive Business Development through Market Engagement and Tender Submissions and identification of new market opportunities.
• Ensure Projects Comply with Design Standards, Legislation, and ultimately Client Requirements.
• Guide Innovation, Best Practice, and Strategic Growth across our water portfolio.
• Champion Quality, Risk Management, and Safety in All Aspects of Delivery.
• Support our UK teams and clients in their growth phase.
• Management of projects in compliance with Ayesa engineering's Integrated Management System (IMS).

What You Bring

• Honours Degree (Level 8 minimum, Level 9 preferred) in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years post‑grad experience (including 8+ in large scale infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have flood risk management experience in Ireland, but we recognise and encourage candidate with alternative experience and skills.
• Proven track record in delivering multi‑discipline complex projects from feasibility to handover.

Skills & Strengths

• Deep knowledge of infrastructure delivery, such as in flood management, drainage, roads and water infrastructure design.
• Familiarity with Irish planning requirements legislation, and design codes.
• Ability to manage complex, high‑value projects across multidisciplinary teams, in particular environmental delivery.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Thorough understanding of Quality and Integrated Management Systems

Bonus Points For

• Experience growing teams or practice areas in a consultancy environment
• Passion for sustainable design, innovation, and climate resilience processes is a distinct advantage
• Thoroughly enjoying delivering major projects and taking pride in your and our achievements.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary packages to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work‑life balance.
• Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
• Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
• Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
• Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Family & Well-Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges, included in our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well‑being among our team members.
• Increased Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, enjoy increased annual leave entitlements based on years of service.
• Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards program, celebrating achievements and excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.