Associate Director - Fire Engineering

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Associate Director (Fire Engineer) in Edinburgh. This consultancy role involves overseeing a team of fire engineers, managing project delivery, and ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal for established consultants or those looking to advance in a multidisciplinary design consultancy. The position offers opportunities for personal growth and benefits supporting well-being and career development.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible work

AECOM University

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in a large, multidisciplinary environment.
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern standards (NFPA, IBC, IFC, UAE Fire Code).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage team workload and project delivery.
• Estimate budgets and schedules for fire engineering on large projects.
• Implement health and safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Project Management

Fire Engineering

Education

MSc in fire-related disciplines

PhD in fire-related disciplines

Tools

FDS

SFS

evacuation software

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

col-narrow-left

Client:

AECOM

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

fa3c9a796bb4

Job Views:

3

Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

AECOM is currently seeking an Associate Director (Fire Engineer). This is a consultancy-based position requiring demonstrable experience in various sectors and technical fire engineering within a client-focused environment.

You will oversee and develop a team of fire engineers, requiring developmental experience in a professional setting.

This role suits an established consultant seeking the next step or someone interested in joining a multidisciplinary design consultancy and a respected fire safety firm.

What you’ll do!

People

• Lead and manage team workload, project delivery, and performance.
• Oversee project delivery in the Middle East, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and leadership to ensure timely, on-budget, high-quality projects.
• Lead performance reviews, set SMART goals, and support staff development and mentoring.

Projects

• Estimate budgets and schedules for fire engineering on large projects.
• Lead project delivery nationally and internationally.
• Become an AECOM Approved Lead Verifier and Project Manager.
• Manage technical client relationships and contribute to business growth.

Business

• Implement health and safety policies.
• Maintain good client relationships.
• Promote AECOM’s Fire Engineering services and attract new business.
• Support team KPIs and develop business and marketing strategies.

Come grow with us

Enjoy benefits supporting your well-being, career development, flexible work, and more, including AECOM University and volunteering days.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Requirements:

• Experience in a large, multidisciplinary environment.
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern standards (NFPA, IBC, IFC, UAE Fire Code, etc.).
• Proficiency with fire engineering tools like FDS, SFS, evacuation software.
• Membership in professional institutions (e.g., MI Fire) or NFPA certifications (e.g., CFPE).

Preferred:

• UK or other nationalities.
• Security clearance.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the Institute of Fire Engineering.
• Advanced knowledge of fire engineering tools and standards.
• MSc or PhD in fire-related disciplines.
• International experience with IBC, SFPE, NFPA standards.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable accommodation, contact us at [emailprotected].

We value everyone's contributions and perspectives. If you meet some requirements or have transferable skills, we want to hear from you!