Job Overview
Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Associate Director (Mechanical) to lead and expand the Building Services team in Adelaide. The role offers recognition as a Director within our national Building Engineering team, delivering iconic projects across ANZ and across a range of market sectors, while focusing on building and shaping the local team in Sydney.
Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary projects across sectors such as health, defence, transport, commercial, aviation, data‐centre and other major building sectors around NSW/ACT.
* Lead mechanical and multi‐disciplinary building services design and end‐to‐end project delivery, overseeing technical quality, coordination and design management across disciplines such as electrical, fire protection and hydraulics.
* Actively build and maintain strong client relationships to support business development and secure a robust pipeline of future work.
* Collaborate effectively within multi‐disciplinary engineering teams, applying deep technical expertise to drive quality outcomes through rigorous review of design calculations, specifications, models and drawings.
* Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to junior and intermediate engineers, supporting high‐quality design documentation and project delivery.
* Leverage an established local network to strengthen AECOM's presence in NSW, with a clear expectation to grow and develop the Sydney building services team as part of the national Building Engineering team.
Qualifications
* Ideally 15+ years of experience in building services consultancy or contracting design with a strong mechanical engineering background.
* Chartered status (CPEng) essential; other registrations highly regarded.
* Demonstrated leadership in technical design and multi‐disciplinary project delivery.
* Deep knowledge of building services systems, standards and best‐practice design, with the ability to guide clients, mentor junior engineers and provide technical direction across complex project environments.
* Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, lead multi‐disciplinary bids for building engineering projects, and collaborate with senior leaders to support business development and operational performance.
* Proven track record of enhancing long‐term client relationships across key sectors such as data centres, commercial, aviation, defence or broader building markets.
* Strong communicator and leader with a passion for growing teams, coaching emerging engineers and driving quality, innovation and continuous improvement within the building services team.
Australian Citizenship is required, with current (or previously held) defence clearance.
Benefits
* Be part of a globally recognised, leading engineering business.
* Work on high‐profile, technically challenging projects across key sectors in ANZ.
* Collaborative culture with teams located throughout ANZ.
* Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, part‐time, job sharing and hybrid options.
* Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.
* Flexible public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.
* Continuous learning and growth opportunities: lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities.
Inclusive Statement
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and neurodiverse conditions. If you require adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
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