Associate Director - UK

ByrneLooby; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director of Flood Civil Engineering to lead innovative flood control and water management projects. In this pivotal role, you will mentor junior engineers, manage diverse project teams, and ensure compliance with quality standards. Your expertise will drive the success of projects while identifying new market opportunities for growth. This position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking firm dedicated to sustainability and diversity. Join a dynamic team that values your contributions and fosters professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of post-graduate experience in flood risk management.
• Strong project management and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver quality flood control services.
• Manage projects within time, cost, and quality constraints.
• Drive business development and prepare tender submissions.

Skills

Project Management

Client Management

Flood Risk Management

Contract Administration

Business Development

Education

Honours Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Company Description

Ayesa is a globally-oriented, forward-thinking company deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, equity, and sustainability. These principles form the bedrock of our dedication to our 11,300 employees and serve as the driving forces behind our spirit of innovation.

With a presence in 23 countries worldwide, Ayesa has earned a prominent international reputation in various engineering fields, including infrastructure, water conveyance and treatment systems, transportation, marine projects, waste management, aeronautics, and defense. Additionally, Ayesa is a well-established technology consultancy, specializing in facilitating the digital transformation of large corporations, particularly in the utilities sector, and providing technological solutions for public institutions.

As a technology and engineering firm, we complement our technological proficiency with the capacity to design physical infrastructures. This includes crafting distinctive buildings that imbue cities with character, designing iconic bridges that seamlessly blend into their surroundings, creating transportation systems such as high-speed roads, intelligent roadways, stations, and airports that serve as the backbone of regions, and engineering remotely controlled networks for energy and water distribution, driving urban and demographic development.

Position

As an Associate Director of Flood Civil Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in leading our team to develop, implement, and oversee flood control and water management projects. You will bring your expertise to drive the success of our projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the overall growth and success of our firm. This position can be based in either Ireland or in any of our UK offices.

Key Accountabilities

1. Working as the lead member (project manager) of a project team to deliver quality services to Clients.
2. Ability to manage a challenging and diverse workload.
3. The successful individual must be able to manage deadlines within a Quality Management System.
4. Management of projects within time, cost and quality constraints and standards.
5. Champions and promotes professional advice, guidance and support across the business.
6. Business development including the preparation of tender submissions and identification of new market opportunities.
7. Represent Ayesa in a professional manner.
8. Awareness of, and full compliance with, the requirements of Ayesa's Integrated Management System (IMS).
9. Management of projects in compliance with Ayesa's Integrated Management System (IMS).

Requirements

1. Honours degree qualified in Civil Engineering field (QII Level 8 minimum, Level 9 preferred).
2. 10 years post-graduate experience with at least 8 in the flood risk management/drainage discipline (candidates that demonstrate exceptional ability with less experience may be considered).
3. Proven experience in the delivery of flood relief of other water related services, including client management and contract administration.
4. Knowledge of local legislation codes of proactive, design standards and planning processes is a distinct advantage.

Other information

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 to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.