38 Director Of Engineering jobs in London
Director Software Engineering
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At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
American Express Global Card Network Platform authorizes and processes all of the company's customer card transactions. The Card Network platform is the critical back bone for all of American Express card transactions, and is a near real time low latency system that is always available and highly resilient, processing transactions from around the world 24x7, 365 days a year. American Express is making strategic investments in new card network products and platforms to allow the company to meet its ambitious global growth agenda.
**How will you make an impact in this role?**
As our Director of Engineering, you will join our global technology team that has embarked on building a highly available and scalable distributed systems on the cloud to support the company's long-term strategy and vision. You will lead a team of engineers across new/emerging concepts in a way that inspires them to do their best work and continue to grow and develop within the company. Our leaders work with distributed teams in a highly dynamic environment collaborating with product and technology leaders, and engineers who are passionate about our journey to build and deliver technology-powered solutions that our customers love and that works for our business.
Your primary responsibility is to lead the development of our next generation distributed platform, aligning resources and delivery with business growth and diversification, while significantly improving service quality and cost-effectiveness. We expect the individual to be innovative and energetic with strong communications and collaboration skills.
**Key Initiatives:**
+ Migrate partners to process real-time transaction through the Payment Network using Single Message rails
+ Develop best-in-class delivery engine with optimal throughput and quality releases
+ Maximize productivity of engineering teams with automation and increase predictability
+ High Availability, Resiliency and Performance Engineering on Cloud
**Roles and Responsibilities:**
+ You will be responsible for building capabilities of a distributed transaction processing infrastructure and payment processing business logic by leveraging that platform. Leading and engaging teams that build/deploy high throughput systems within a fast paced, agile environment while understanding and handling competing priorities.
+ Hands-on collaboration with business and technology leaders, stakeholders, product owners, Architects, and Engineers to define, develop, test and validate technical solutions to help drive customer-first product roadmap enabling business outcomes. Contribute to code review and analysis/design of business needs and user stories
+ Attract, retain, and grow diverse top engineering talent, providing guidance, career development and mentorship to team members maintaining a culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, retention of key colleagues, development, and high performance.
+ You will constantly pursue and learn industry leading/innovative solutions. Build high awareness of open-source technologies and communities that enable high volume low latency systems.
+ Lead a culture of innovation and experimentation, support full software development lifecycle that incorporates the best of technology approaches and delivery methodologies.
+ Engage with developers in day-to-day design and coding activities to execute product and strategy roadmaps. Stepping into code where and if needed and be a hands-on leader
+ Ensure on time product releases that are of high quality, enabling the core vision of next generation card processing systems.
+ Promote a fun and high engagement culture, with a results orientated focus. Hire, mentor, motivate and retain the best talent.
+ Collaborate with peer technology and product teams across different locations
**Qualifications**
+ You have Computer Science degree, or equivalent with at-least 10 years of relevant work experience.
+ Have built and delivered large scale enterprise systems/products and have extensive hands-on experience. Preferably delivered and supported products as Cloud hosted services.
+ Experience building highly available and low latency distributed systems. Experience building systems as service-oriented architecture and/or micro-services architecture.
+ Keen awareness of concerns in a massively distributed systems and effective solutions.
+ Experience in Linux cloud (Kubernetes) environment supporting applications built using language like Java, Go, Node.js and NoSQL databases like Couchbase, Cassandra, Redis.
+ Experience attracting, hiring and retaining a diverse high-performing engineering talent.
+ Have experience leading engineering teams and in agile methodologies, have enabled DevOps mindset, processes and tools
+ Ability to learn and deep dive into new technology and business domains, question status quo and think outside of the box.
+ Excellent judgment and constant pursuit of higher standards, a passion to build and nurture high efficiency teams.
+ Have excellent written and verbal communications skills. Create and deliver effective presentations to Senior Leadership.
+ Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders
+ Knowledge of Payment Network Authorization, Acquiring & Issuing platforms and business processes is a plus
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the UK is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
**Qualifications**
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
+ Competitive base salaries
+ Bonus incentives
+ Support for financial-well-being and retirement
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
+ Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
+ Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
+ Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
+ Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
+ Career development and training opportunities
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
**Job:** Technology
**Primary Location:** United Kingdom-West Sussex-Burgess Hill
**Other Locations:** United Kingdom-London-London
**Schedule** Full-time
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Associate Director Electrical Engineering
Posted 14 days ago
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My Client is recruiting for an Associate Director Electrical Engineering in the Water Sector
Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
Bring your skills to the mix as an Associate Director in Electrical Engineering, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of electrical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.
We specialise in all aspects of electrical engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education. We continue to provide industry-leading engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.
We currently have opportunities in our London office
Your Purpose:
- Own and direct teams who undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
- Defining briefs, scopes of work, and lead bid proposals.
- Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
- Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
- Setting quality assurance standards in design.
- Grow, develop and manage electrical engineering capability within the practice.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Chartered or Fellow Electrical Engineer. Experience in owning design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
- Extensive water industry experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control centres/switchgear, electrical installations and systems within industrial/process environment, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX installation practice, production of SLD/BCD's, earthing and bonding and familiarity with current UK design standards, including industry specific standards and working practices.
- Proven as a strong technical leader in the multidisciplinary delivery.
Associate Director Electrical Engineering
Posted 10 days ago
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My Client is recruiting for an Associate Director Electrical Engineering in the Water Sector
Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
Bring your skills to the mix as an Associate Director in Electrical Engineering, you'll play a vital role in every aspect of electrical engineering on Transformational Programmes for critical UK infrastructure with opportunities to work on iconic engineering projects at home and abroad.
We specialise in all aspects of electrical engineering, within multiple challenging and engaging sectors such as Water, Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development and Education. We continue to provide industry-leading engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, with value added through client-side support as well as construction phases. If being a part of a team with a passion for this industry is for you then we would love to talk to you.
We currently have opportunities in our London office
Your Purpose:
- Own and direct teams who undertake technical design work following relevant design standards and codes, and to high-quality levels.
- Defining briefs, scopes of work, and lead bid proposals.
- Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
- Work closely with teams in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
- Setting quality assurance standards in design.
- Grow, develop and manage electrical engineering capability within the practice.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Chartered or Fellow Electrical Engineer. Experience in owning design delivery, including multidisciplinary design.
- Extensive water industry experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of electrical design (LV and HV systems), motor control centres/switchgear, electrical installations and systems within industrial/process environment, HAZOP assessments, DSEAR/ATEX installation practice, production of SLD/BCD's, earthing and bonding and familiarity with current UK design standards, including industry specific standards and working practices.
- Proven as a strong technical leader in the multidisciplinary delivery.
Associate Director - Fire Engineering
Posted 7 days ago
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**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Start here. Grow here.**
AECOM is currently seeking an Associate Director (Fire Engineer). This is a consultancy-based position so demonstrable experience in a range of sectors and technical fire engineering applications within a client focused environment is required.
You will be responsible for overseeing and developing a team of fire engineers. Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
This position will be well suited to an established consultant looking to take the next step or someone with a desire to work in multi-disciplinary design consultancy and wants to join a well-respected and established fire safety consultancy.
**What youu2019ll do!**
**People**
Lead and manage the team in terms of workload management, project delivery and performance.
Oversee the successful delivery of the projects within the middle east region, ensuring they meet regulatory requirement and client expectations.
Collaborate with multi discipline team and national leadership to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest standard of quality.
Lead Performance & Review process for the team by setting and monitoring SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound) goals for team members.
Carry out staff appraisals of direct reports and ensure they do the same for their direct reports in line with AECOM Performance & Review process.
Participate in the development of professional development plans for staff and encourage expansion of expertise on different sectors.
Assist in training and mentoring of staff to ensure technical development of the team in line with the PDPs.
Provide specialised technical input to studies and designs projects across the middle east portfolio.
Support and mentors less experienced staff on the road to Chartership.
**Projects**
Provide estimates for the fire engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large, complex projects.
Lead the project delivery on mid to large size projects nationally and internationally.
Become and AEOCM Approved Lead Verifier - leads strategic direction of projects.
Become and AECOM Approved project manager and act as project approver.
Lead technical client relationships and play a major role in attracting new work/ clients.
Ensure the quality of the work is maintained and delivered to the client within agreed period and budget. (covered above)
**Business**
Ensure implementation of all AECOM Health & Safety policies at workplace and during out of office visits (i.e. meetings, trainings, site visits, etc.).
Ensure that good client working relationships are maintained.
Promote AECOM and its Fire Engineering business and bring more business (internal and external clients) to support the effective growth.
Support the national team in achieving its KPIu2019s.
Develop and support a recruitment strategy and business plan (for recruitment in the Southern Fire team).
Develop and assist implement a marketing strategy with a focus on interactive and collaborative communications with clients.
Participate in the development of Fire Team Business Plan and implement throughout the Fire team.
**Come grow with us**
And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?** u202f
**Requirements:**
Extensive experience working in a large, multi-disciplinary environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of Middle Eastern standards, including but not limited to NFPA, IBC, IFC, UAE Fire Code, Saudi Building Code, Qatar Civil Defence Guidelines, and other local civil defence regulations.
Proficiency in using common fire engineering tools such as FDS, SFS, and evacuation modelling software.
Membership in relevant professional institutions, such as MI Fire and/or certifications from NFPA, such as CFPE.
**Preferred requirements:**
UK or other nationalities considered.
Security clearance.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the Institute of Fire Engineering.
Extensive knowledge of common fire engineering tools, including FDS, evacuation modelling, and structural fire safety engineering.
MSc or PhD in a fire-related discipline.
International experience with standards such as IBC, SFPE and NFPA
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
**Additional Information**
**Call to action:** Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**Contact Information:** For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn - Lou Buckle.
#EVB
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
Associate Director - Fire Engineering
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Start here. Grow here.**
AECOM is currently seeking an Associate Director (Fire Engineer). This is a consultancy-based position so demonstrable experience in a range of sectors and technical fire engineering applications within a client focused environment is required.
You will be responsible for overseeing and developing a team of fire engineers. Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
This position will be well suited to an established consultant looking to take the next step or someone with a desire to work in multi-disciplinary design consultancy and wants to join a well-respected and established fire safety consultancy.
**What youu2019ll do!**
**People**
Lead and manage the team in terms of workload management, project delivery and performance.
Oversee the successful delivery of the projects within the middle east region, ensuring they meet regulatory requirement and client expectations.
Collaborate with multi discipline team and national leadership to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest standard of quality.
Lead Performance & Review process for the team by setting and monitoring SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound) goals for team members.
Carry out staff appraisals of direct reports and ensure they do the same for their direct reports in line with AECOM Performance & Review process.
Participate in the development of professional development plans for staff and encourage expansion of expertise on different sectors.
Assist in training and mentoring of staff to ensure technical development of the team in line with the PDPs.
Provide specialised technical input to studies and designs projects across the middle east portfolio.
Support and mentors less experienced staff on the road to Chartership.
**Projects**
Provide estimates for the fire engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large, complex projects.
Lead the project delivery on mid to large size projects nationally and internationally.
Become and AEOCM Approved Lead Verifier - leads strategic direction of projects.
Become and AECOM Approved project manager and act as project approver.
Lead technical client relationships and play a major role in attracting new work/ clients.
Ensure the quality of the work is maintained and delivered to the client within agreed period and budget. (covered above)
**Business**
Ensure implementation of all AECOM Health & Safety policies at workplace and during out of office visits (i.e. meetings, trainings, site visits, etc.).
Ensure that good client working relationships are maintained.
Promote AECOM and its Fire Engineering business and bring more business (internal and external clients) to support the effective growth.
Support the national team in achieving its KPIu2019s.
Develop and support a recruitment strategy and business plan (for recruitment in the Southern Fire team).
Develop and assist implement a marketing strategy with a focus on interactive and collaborative communications with clients.
Participate in the development of Fire Team Business Plan and implement throughout the Fire team.
**Come grow with us**
And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?** u202f
**Requirements:**
Extensive experience working in a large, multi-disciplinary environment.
Comprehensive knowledge of Middle Eastern standards, including but not limited to NFPA, IBC, IFC, UAE Fire Code, Saudi Building Code, Qatar Civil Defence Guidelines, and other local civil defence regulations.
Proficiency in using common fire engineering tools such as FDS, SFS, and evacuation modelling software.
Membership in relevant professional institutions, such as MI Fire and/or certifications from NFPA, such as CFPE.
**Preferred requirements:**
UK or other nationalities considered.
Security clearance.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the Institute of Fire Engineering.
Extensive knowledge of common fire engineering tools, including FDS, evacuation modelling, and structural fire safety engineering.
MSc or PhD in a fire-related discipline.
International experience with standards such as IBC, SFPE and NFPA
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
**Additional Information**
**Call to action:** Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**Contact Information:** For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn - Lou Buckle.
#EVB
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
Associate Director - Fire Engineering

Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Start here. Grow here.**
AECOM is currently seeking an Associate Director (Fire Engineer). This is a consultancy-based position so demonstrable experience in a range of sectors and technical fire engineering applications within a client focused environment is required.
You will be responsible for overseeing and developing a team of fire engineers. Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
This position will be well suited to an established consultant looking to take the next step or someone with a desire to work in multi-disciplinary design consultancy and wants to join a well-respected and established fire safety consultancy.
**What you'll do!**
**People**
+ Lead and manage the team in terms of workload management, project delivery and performance.
+ Oversee the successful delivery of the projects within the middle east region, ensuring they meet regulatory requirement and client expectations.
+ Collaborate with multi discipline team and national leadership to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest standard of quality.
+ Lead Performance & Review process for the team by setting and monitoring SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound) goals for team members.
+ Carry out staff appraisals of direct reports and ensure they do the same for their direct reports in line with AECOM Performance & Review process.
+ Participate in the development of professional development plans for staff and encourage expansion of expertise on different sectors.
+ Assist in training and mentoring of staff to ensure technical development of the team in line with the PDPs.
+ Provide specialised technical input to studies and designs projects across the middle east portfolio.
+ Support and mentors less experienced staff on the road to Chartership.
**Projects**
+ Provide estimates for the fire engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements on large, complex projects.
+ Lead the project delivery on mid to large size projects nationally and internationally.
+ Become and AEOCM Approved Lead Verifier - leads strategic direction of projects.
+ Become and AECOM Approved project manager and act as project approver.
+ Lead technical client relationships and play a major role in attracting new work/ clients.
+ Ensure the quality of the work is maintained and delivered to the client within agreed period and budget. (covered above)
**Business**
+ Ensure implementation of all AECOM Health & Safety policies at workplace and during out of office visits (i.e. meetings, trainings, site visits, etc.).
+ Ensure that good client working relationships are maintained.
+ Promote AECOM and its Fire Engineering business and bring more business (internal and external clients) to support the effective growth.
+ Support the national team in achieving its KPI's.
+ Develop and support a recruitment strategy and business plan (for recruitment in the Southern Fire team).
+ Develop and assist implement a marketing strategy with a focus on interactive and collaborative communications with clients.
+ Participate in the development of Fire Team Business Plan and implement throughout the Fire team.
**Come grow with us**
And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
**Requirements:**
+ Extensive experience working in a large, multi-disciplinary environment.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of Middle Eastern standards, including but not limited to NFPA, IBC, IFC, UAE Fire Code, Saudi Building Code, Qatar Civil Defence Guidelines, and other local civil defence regulations.
+ Proficiency in using common fire engineering tools such as FDS, SFS, and evacuation modelling software.
+ Membership in relevant professional institutions, such as MI Fire and/or certifications from NFPA, such as CFPE.
**Preferred requirements:**
+ UK or other nationalities considered.
+ Security clearance.
+ Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the Institute of Fire Engineering.
+ Extensive knowledge of common fire engineering tools, including FDS, evacuation modelling, and structural fire safety engineering.
+ MSc or PhD in a fire-related discipline.
+ International experience with standards such as IBC, SFPE and NFPA
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
**Additional Information**
**Call to action:** Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**Contact Information:** For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn - Lou Buckle.
#EVB
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
Principal / Technical Director Engineering Geologists and Geotechnical Engineers - UK Wide - Hybr...

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+ To help support Amentum's worldwide $14B F25 forward looking workload and our portfolio of complex and exciting geotechnical projects within the Defence, Nuclear Power, Environment and Government-Owned Critical Infrastructure industries, we are now looking to grow our Ground Engineering capabilities within the UK and are seeking to recruit Engineering Geologists and Geotechnical Engineers at a range of experience levels including:
+ Engineering Geologist and Geotechnical Engineer
+ Senior Engineering Geologist and Geotechnical Engineer (Chartered or approaching).
+ Principal Engineering Geologist and Geotechnical Engineer (Chartered).
+ Associate director Engineering Geologist and Geotechnical Engineer (Chartered)
We are operating under flexible working arrangements, with a mixture of office-based and home working environments. Bristol office would be the preferred base-office, although other offices, such as Oxford, Reading, London or Glasgow etc can also be considered.
As a Ground Engineering Professional within Amentum, you will play a critical role in managing ground risk by delivering geotechnical assessment, analysis, design and construction supervision to a diverse range of existing and future projects across the UK and internationally. This work will involve:
+ Preliminary source, feasibility, value engineering, innovation and sustainability studies.
+ Land and overwater ground investigations including advanced in situ and laboratory testing and data management.
+ Ground characterisation, parametrisation and modelling of soil and rock.
+ Numerical and FE analyses of geotechnical problems, including seismic and dynamic analysis.
+ Geotechnical analysis and design of innovative and sustainable structures, including:
+ Routine and complex design within soil and rock, SSI and seismic SSSI
+ Deep and shallow foundations, retaining walls, basements and cofferdams, Earthworks, reinforced earth and geotextiles, Ground Improvement including vibrational, mixing and grouting methodologies, Ground anchors, soil nails, rock bolts etc
+ Specification for construction purposes and Technical construction assurance.
+ Providing guidance, support, and supervision to team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
+ Bid Preparation: Assist in the preparation of bids, ensuring all requirements are met and proposals are compelling and competitive.
+ Stakeholder Management: Support management in maintaining effective communication and relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
For the right ground engineering candidates there are opportunities to develop at all levels within our organisation. This would include taking on responsibility for team management, mentoring of junior team members and business development opportunities.
**Here's What You'll Need**
We are interested in seeing your profile if you have experience and competence with a SELECTION of the following:
+ Ability to work independently or within multidisciplinary groups;
+ Strong technical knowledge of ground engineering with a focus on engineering geology, soil mechanics, rock mechanics and technical leadership relevant to your experience level;
+ British geotechnical standards and codes of practise such as BSEN1997, BS5930, BS6031, BS8081 etc;
+ BSEN1998, ASCE Seismic Publications, IAEA Nuclear Safety Standards and ASTM Guides would be beneficial. ;
+ Geotechnical desk studies, field mapping and geomorphological assessment;
+ Ground investigation including design, specification, supervision, assessment and data management;
+ 2D/3D Ground Modelling and Characterisation;
Routine geotechnical analysis, design, specification and technical reporting involving some of the following;
+ Foundations, retaining structures, and reinforced earth;
+ Landslip, excavations; earthworks; and ground treatment;
+ Soil / Rock reinforcement and ground anchors;
+ Land quality
+ Technical software such as: OpenGround, Leapfrog, GEO5 Suite; RocScience Suite; WellCad; AutoCad; ArcGIS; MathCAD etc, would be beneficial.;
+ Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc) Engineering Geology / Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent.;
+ Chartered status (i.e CGeol, CEng) or, equivalent experience;
**Benefits:**
We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
**Our Culture:**
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.
We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters ( .
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**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Energy:**
Enabling the energy transition through innovation and sustainability.
AECOM's Energy Business Unit houses three specialised practices u2014 renewables, transmission & distribution and in the UK only, Nuclear. Each practice plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy, offering innovative solutions that balance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
**Renewables**
Weu2019re committed to playing our part in the urgent transition from carbon-intensive energy sources to less centralised and more flexible energy systems. Our teams of energy professionals link up across our global network of offices to provide solutions, designs, and support to clients in multiple technical and deployment areas such as on and offshore wind power, solar power, hydropower, carbon capture, alternative fuels, hydrogen and, crucially, energy demand assessment and carbon reduction. u202fWith an associated deep commitment to sustainable solutions, we combine our engineering and scientific skills with those of our environmental colleagues to try to achieve equitable and biodiverse outcomes.
**Start here. Grow here.**
Are you ready to take on the role of Associate Director - Structural Engineer u2013 Renewable Energy in our rapidly expanding renewable energy team. You will be responsible for undertaking a technical role on projects within our energy business; typically, our projects are associated with the generation, storage, transmission and distribution of energy both in the UK and Ireland and countries throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Projects include all stages of design from feasibility to detailed design and site construction supervision both in the UK and internationally. Our clients are a mix between large energy utility generators to private developers.
**Hereu2019s what youu2019ll do:**
As our new Associate Director - Structural Engineer u2013 Renewable Energy, you will be a senior member of the team and responsible for developing and leading project delivery and developing and maintaining client relationships. A particular focus will be on leading and growing the teamu2019s technical engineering capabilities.
You will review and generate technical and contractual information from both internal and external sources.
Other aspects of the role include:
Liaise with clients, manage project work on a day-to-day basis and ensure that the work is delivered within the agreed timescale and budgets.
Coordinate multi-disciplinary design of renewable energy infrastructure.
Respond to technical queries raised by project teams.
Act as Lead Verifier on projects including technical feasibility studies and design reports in the capacity of lead structural engineering.
Direct junior members of staff and mentor graduate engineers.
Successful candidates will be deployed to work on different projects and will include leading engineering teams for the following types of technologies.
On and offshore wind
Solar PV
Hydroelectric u2013 run of river and pumped storage
Grid connection works u2013 cable route and substation civil
Hydrogen production and storage
Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Energy page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Come grow with us.**
At AECOM, youu2019ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.
And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?**
_Hereu2019s what weu2019re looking for:_
BEng (Hons) degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Chartered status or actively working towards chartership
Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) certification is advantageous
This role has a strong technical focus and requires candidates to have a background in structural engineering and preferably experience in the energy sector, specifically in renewable energy systems, and demonstrate a high degree of technical competency.
Candidates with general engineering experience within the energy market would be preferable. Specific areas of desirable experience include the following.
Medium and high voltage grid connection works, including cable routing and specific experience with National Grid.
Hydroelectric design u2013 both run of river and pumped storage.
Onshore wind u2013 ideally with recent onsite experience, including projects with turbines >180m tip height.
Solar u2013 large scale ground mounted projects.
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.
If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
**Additional Information**
Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Energy
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
Associate Director - Structural Engineering - Renewables
Posted 3 days ago
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Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Energy:**
Enabling the energy transition through innovation and sustainability.
AECOM's Energy Business Unit houses three specialised practices u2014 renewables, transmission & distribution and in the UK only, Nuclear. Each practice plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy, offering innovative solutions that balance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
**Renewables**
Weu2019re committed to playing our part in the urgent transition from carbon-intensive energy sources to less centralised and more flexible energy systems. Our teams of energy professionals link up across our global network of offices to provide solutions, designs, and support to clients in multiple technical and deployment areas such as on and offshore wind power, solar power, hydropower, carbon capture, alternative fuels, hydrogen and, crucially, energy demand assessment and carbon reduction. u202fWith an associated deep commitment to sustainable solutions, we combine our engineering and scientific skills with those of our environmental colleagues to try to achieve equitable and biodiverse outcomes.
**Start here. Grow here.**
Are you ready to take on the role of Associate Director - Structural Engineer u2013 Renewable Energy in our rapidly expanding renewable energy team. You will be responsible for undertaking a technical role on projects within our energy business; typically, our projects are associated with the generation, storage, transmission and distribution of energy both in the UK and Ireland and countries throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Projects include all stages of design from feasibility to detailed design and site construction supervision both in the UK and internationally. Our clients are a mix between large energy utility generators to private developers.
**Hereu2019s what youu2019ll do:**
As our new Associate Director - Structural Engineer u2013 Renewable Energy, you will be a senior member of the team and responsible for developing and leading project delivery and developing and maintaining client relationships. A particular focus will be on leading and growing the teamu2019s technical engineering capabilities.
You will review and generate technical and contractual information from both internal and external sources.
Other aspects of the role include:
Liaise with clients, manage project work on a day-to-day basis and ensure that the work is delivered within the agreed timescale and budgets.
Coordinate multi-disciplinary design of renewable energy infrastructure.
Respond to technical queries raised by project teams.
Act as Lead Verifier on projects including technical feasibility studies and design reports in the capacity of lead structural engineering.
Direct junior members of staff and mentor graduate engineers.
Successful candidates will be deployed to work on different projects and will include leading engineering teams for the following types of technologies.
On and offshore wind
Solar PV
Hydroelectric u2013 run of river and pumped storage
Grid connection works u2013 cable route and substation civil
Hydrogen production and storage
Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Energy page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Come grow with us.**
At AECOM, youu2019ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.
And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?**
_Hereu2019s what weu2019re looking for:_
BEng (Hons) degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Chartered status or actively working towards chartership
Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) certification is advantageous
This role has a strong technical focus and requires candidates to have a background in structural engineering and preferably experience in the energy sector, specifically in renewable energy systems, and demonstrate a high degree of technical competency.
Candidates with general engineering experience within the energy market would be preferable. Specific areas of desirable experience include the following.
Medium and high voltage grid connection works, including cable routing and specific experience with National Grid.
Hydroelectric design u2013 both run of river and pumped storage.
Onshore wind u2013 ideally with recent onsite experience, including projects with turbines >180m tip height.
Solar u2013 large scale ground mounted projects.
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.
If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
**Additional Information**
Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Energy
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
Associate Director - Structural Engineering - Renewables
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
**Energy:**
Enabling the energy transition through innovation and sustainability.
AECOM's Energy Business Unit houses three specialised practices - renewables, transmission & distribution and in the UK only, Nuclear. Each practice plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy, offering innovative solutions that balance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
**Renewables**
We're committed to playing our part in the urgent transition from carbon-intensive energy sources to less centralised and more flexible energy systems. Our teams of energy professionals link up across our global network of offices to provide solutions, designs, and support to clients in multiple technical and deployment areas such as on and offshore wind power, solar power, hydropower, carbon capture, alternative fuels, hydrogen and, crucially, energy demand assessment and carbon reduction. With an associated deep commitment to sustainable solutions, we combine our engineering and scientific skills with those of our environmental colleagues to try to achieve equitable and biodiverse outcomes.
**Start here. Grow here.**
Are you ready to take on the role of Associate Director - Structural Engineer - Renewable Energy in our rapidly expanding renewable energy team. You will be responsible for undertaking a technical role on projects within our energy business; typically, our projects are associated with the generation, storage, transmission and distribution of energy both in the UK and Ireland and countries throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Projects include all stages of design from feasibility to detailed design and site construction supervision both in the UK and internationally. Our clients are a mix between large energy utility generators to private developers.
**Here's what you'll do:**
As our new Associate Director - Structural Engineer - Renewable Energy, you will be a senior member of the team and responsible for developing and leading project delivery and developing and maintaining client relationships. A particular focus will be on leading and growing the team's technical engineering capabilities.
You will review and generate technical and contractual information from both internal and external sources.
Other aspects of the role include:
+ Liaise with clients, manage project work on a day-to-day basis and ensure that the work is delivered within the agreed timescale and budgets.
+ Coordinate multi-disciplinary design of renewable energy infrastructure.
+ Respond to technical queries raised by project teams.
+ Act as Lead Verifier on projects including technical feasibility studies and design reports in the capacity of lead structural engineering.
+ Direct junior members of staff and mentor graduate engineers.
Successful candidates will be deployed to work on different projects and will include leading engineering teams for the following types of technologies.
+ On and offshore wind
+ Solar PV
+ Hydroelectric - run of river and pumped storage
+ Grid connection works - cable route and substation civil
+ Hydrogen production and storage
+ Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Energy page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Come grow with us.**
At AECOM, you'll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.
And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
_Here's what we're looking for:_
+ BEng (Hons) degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
+ Chartered status or actively working towards chartership
+ Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) certification is advantageous
This role has a strong technical focus and requires candidates to have a background in structural engineering and preferably experience in the energy sector, specifically in renewable energy systems, and demonstrate a high degree of technical competency.
Candidates with general engineering experience within the energy market would be preferable. Specific areas of desirable experience include the following.
+ Medium and high voltage grid connection works, including cable routing and specific experience with National Grid.
+ Hydroelectric design - both run of river and pumped storage.
+ Onshore wind - ideally with recent onsite experience, including projects with turbines >180m tip height.
+ Solar - large scale ground mounted projects.
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at
At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.
If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!
**Additional Information**
Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Energy
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid