15 ott - Italia
Ayesa
Job Title: Technical Director
Division: Flood
Location: Cork, Dublin, Galway, Ireland or Belfast, NI.
Ayesa Engineering is a global consultancy with more than 3,200 employees. Its UK & Ireland business combines the strength and resources of an international organisation with the agility and autonomy typically associated with an SME.
Operating in 16 countries across 40 disciplines, Ayesa Engineering generates annual revenues of approximately €312 million and has established a strong international reputation across a broad range of engineering sectors. Its expertise spans water and flood infrastructure, transportation, marine and coastal engineering, geoscience, environmental services, energy, and building structures.
The UK & Ireland teams deliver technically complex and varied projects that enable professionals to develop broad expertise rather than being confined to highly specialised roles. This provides the opportunity to make a meaningful local impact while benefiting from the stability, technical knowledge, and career development opportunities of a well-established global consultancy.
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Technical Director to lead our established flood engineering team in Cork.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished engineering professional to oversee the delivery of major flood alleviation and water management projects, develop key client relationships and support the strategic growth of our flood risk management business across Ireland.
What you will be doing:
Technical Leadership & Project Delivery
·Report to the business Director and support them in reaching agreed growth and delivery objectives.
·Provide overall technical leadership to the Flood Risk Management team, ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects.
·Act as Project Manager or Director on flagship projects
·Nurture and grow, through direct contact, our relationship with clients to a position of trust and mutual success.
·Provide strategic technical direction across all project stages, from feasibility studies and options appraisal through detailed design, procurement and construction.
·Oversee the development of flood risk management solutions, steering the strategic direction of a number of projects simultaneously.
·Ensure engineering designs meet relevant Irish and European standards, OPW requirements, environmental legislation and industry best practice.
·Provide technical assurance, design reviews and risk management across the project portfolio.
·Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, hydraulic, geotechnical and environmental areas.
Team Leadership & Management
·Lead, manage and develop the Flood Risk Management team,
providing technical guidance, mentoring and professional development.
·Oversee resource planning, workload allocation and project delivery to ensure operational efficiency.
·Support recruitment, succession planning and the continued growth of the engineering team.
·Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
·Work closely with other business leaders and management leadership to establish departmental objectives and deliver against business priorities.
·Take responsibility for the commercial performance of the flood team, including project budgets, profitability, resource utilisation and financial forecasting.
·Oversee the successful delivery of projects within agreed programmes, budgets and quality standards.
·Lead and contribute to tender submissions, fee proposals, technical bids and framework opportunities.
Client Relationships & Business Development
·Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, including the Office of Public Works (OPW), local authorities, government agencies and private sector organisations.
·Be an accessible, trusted senior point of contact for clients
·Represent Ayesa at client meetings, industry events and technical forums.
·Collaborate with regional and international teams to pursue major infrastructure opportunities and strengthen multidisciplinary service offerings.
Requirements:
·Degree in Civil, Water or Environmental Engineering or a closely related discipline.
·Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with Engineers Ireland, the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or an equivalent recognised professional institution.
·Minimum 15 years' relevant engineering experience, with significant expertise in flood risk management.
·Proven experience operating at director equivalent senior leadership level within an engineering consultancy.
·Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and managing complex flood risk management projects.
·Strong understanding of Irish flood risk management policy, OPW requirements and relevant environmental and planning legislation.
·Proven experience delivering projects across the full engineering lifecycle, from feasibility and design through to construction.
·Excellent commercial management skills, including financial oversight, project profitability,
resource planning and contract management.
·Demonstrable experience in business development, tender preparation and securing engineering consultancy work.
·Excellent leadership, communication and decision-making capabilities.
Desirable Experience
·Masters or Doctorate level candidates and/or those with >20yrs experienced are highly valued.
·Previous experience delivering OPW-funded flood relief schemes or projects
·Knowledge of the EIA process, Appropriate Assessment and planning legislation is highly valued.
·Experience managing public sector engineering consultancy frameworks and contracts.
·Experience in the Irish water sector on UE projects is a premio and offers candidates additional opportunities for further advancement.
What We Offer:
We offer a competitive salary package along with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and enhance your overall well-being:
•Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
•Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
•Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
•Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
•Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
•Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
•Family & Well-Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential support services to address personal or professional challenges, included in our Employee Assistance Programme.
•Sports and Social: Engage in our vibrant sports and social activities to foster a sense of community and well-being among our team members.
•Increased Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, enjoy increased annual leave entitlements based on years of service.
•Recognition Awards: Receive recognition for your contributions through our awards program, celebrating achievements and excellence.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation
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