Associate Director Sustainable Infrastructure

Fehily Timoney & Company Ltd.; Dublin, Carlow, Cork; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous Professional Development

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Complimentary gym membership in Dublin

Gym membership (Dublin)

Bike to work

Job summary

A prominent consultancy in sustainable infrastructure is seeking an Associate Director to join their team in Dublin. This role involves leading multi-disciplinary design projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, Chartered Engineer status, and 15 years of post-graduate experience in delivering infrastructure projects. The position offers career development opportunities and an attractive benefits package to support professional growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• 15 years post-graduate experience in the design and project management of infrastructure projects.
• Experience in the delivery of design and build projects is an advantage.
• Experience engaging with clients and external stakeholders.
• Experience in the delivery of design and build projects is an advantage.
• Multi-disciplinary design management experience.
• Experience engaging with clients, external stakeholders and sub-consultants.
• Experience in creating and managing budgets.
• Candidate should be a high-energy professional with excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Flexible and a good team player.
• Works efficiently and on own initiative.
• Must be prepared to travel to site visits and client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary design teams to deliver projects on time and budget.
• Manage project portfolios, client relationships, and communications.
• Mentor junior Project Managers and supervise staff in the division.
• Supervising and mentoring senior and junior staff within the Sustainable Infrastructure Division.
• Planning and managing design work, working closely with Engineering Discipline Leads and Technicians.
• Preparation of technical reports and tender documents.
• Coordinating his/her work with other members of the project and Infrastructure team.
• Ensuring compliance with our quality assurance and management systems and relevant health and safety legislation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Analytical skills

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

Job description

Associate Director Sustainable Infrastructure

Fehily Timoney and Company (FT) is one of Ireland’s largest indigenous consultancies specialising in Sustainable Infrastructure, Circular Economy, Environment, Energy and Renewables.

FT’s team of skilled civil, structural, and geotechnical engineers, and scientists deliver comprehensive, sustainable design and project management solutions. We offer end-to-end consultancy services, encompassing site selection, feasibility studies, option evaluation, planning, detailed design, procurement, contract administration, and construction supervision. FT’s integrated approach ensures cost-effective and sustainable outcomes for both public and private sector clients.

FT is seeking to appoint an Associate Director to join our Sustainable Infrastructure team in either our Cork, Carlow or Dublin offices.

The successful candidate will become part of an established and dynamic company, with the opportunity to expand their expertise and broaden their professional experience. The role provides exposure to a diverse range of projects, including national road schemes, greenway and active travel, public transport and renewable energy projects, as well as major design and build schemes.

FT offers the successful candidate a clear path for career development to Director positions.

FT's Responsibilities

What would my main responsibilities be in this role?

• Leading multi-disciplinary design teams, ensuring projects are delivered to the required timescales, quality and budgets
• Managing a portfolio of projects including client relationships and communications for their group of projects
• Mentoring and managing more junior Project Managers within the Sustainable Infrastructure Division
• Supervising and mentoring senior and junior staff within the Sustainable Infrastructure Division
• Planning and managing design work, working closely with Engineering Discipline Leads and Technicians
• Preparation of technical reports and tender documents
• Coordinating his/her work with other members of the project and Infrastructure team
• Ensuring compliance with our quality assurance and management systems and relevant health and safety legislation

Skills / Qualifications

Are you the right person for the role?

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field and Chartered Engineer status
• 15 years post-graduate experience in the design and project management of infrastructure projects, including delivering projects in Ireland
• Delivery of highway or greenway projects in accordance with TII and NTA Standards and Guidelines a plus
• Experience in the delivery of design and build projects is an advantage
• Multi-disciplinary design management experience
• Experience engaging with clients, external stakeholders and sub-consultants
• Experience in creating and managing budgets
• Candidate should be a high-energy professional with excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills
• Flexible and a good team player
• Works efficiently and on own initiative
• Must be prepared to travel to site visits and client meetings

Is FT the right fit for you?

Ready to take the next step? Does FT sound like the right fit for you? Reach out to us at [e-mail] today. Your application will be handled with complete confidentiality and will be considered immediately upon receipt.

Why Join FT?

Join our team and enjoy a premium benefits package that features:

• Continuous Professional Development
  • We’re passionate about helping you grow, providing resources and training opportunities for ongoing professional development and to encourage your creative thinking. Team members have 5 CPD learning days per year. FT’s commitment to CPD is recognised through our CPD Accredited Employer standard.
• Employee Experience
  • When you join FT, you’re becoming part of a vibrant community – not just a workplace – where continuous learning, personal growth and development are at the core of what we do. We are committed to offering clear careers paths, goal setting support and meaningful opportunities for achievement. Beyond professional development, we also provide a diverse and enriching experience, including chances to get involved in climate action and sustainability, fundraising and volunteering. We offer sports and social events throughout the year.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • In FT, we don’t just talk about equality—we live it through our vibrant culture that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and prioritises your wellbeing with dedicated programs. FT is proud of our commitment and is accredited for inclusive and diverse practices.
• Family Benefits
  • We view employees as individuals with full and busy lives outside of the workplace. We aim to celebrate life’s joyful moments and provide support during challenging times. That’s why we offer leave for important personal milestones such as getting married, buying a house and flexible parental leave. We also provide compassionate leave and paid sick leave when needed. In recognition of special occasions, FT offers gifts to employees celebrating their nuptials and welcoming a new baby.
• Wellbeing Benefits
  • FT offer competitive compensation packages, full support for professional membership fees, and gifts each year to show our appreciation for all staff contributions. Complimentary parking is available at each of our offices. Employees in our Dublin office can enjoy complimentary gym membership, and all staff have access to flu vaccines and regular health screenings. We also offer a bike to work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and support from our inhouse mental health first aid team.
• Work Life Balance
  • At FT we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential to a positive, productive and healthy work environment. That’s why FT offers a flexible range of benefits designed to support our employees’ wellbeing including early weekend starts with shorter Fridays, hot desking in our offices, hybrid working options, flexi start system, 22 to 27 days annual leave and 4 company days per year.

FT provides our clients with a ‘one stop shop’ in the role of Clients Representative for roads projects. A fostered partner approach of blending technical knowledge and experience with a customised project team allows for the continued success of projects for our clients. Our clients include local authorities and the Transport Infrastructure Ireland.

Testimonials

James O'Neill

Principal Engineer

“As a Principal Engineer I have worked on major projects both nationally and internationally. I would highly recommend FT as a company working on best‑in‑class projects in an organisation where your impact is noticed and rewarded.”

Dylan Whelan

Senior Geologist

“I’m glad to have completed an engineering internship with FT. The breadth of experience gained, mentorship received and company culture made it a very rewarding experience.”