About the job
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Are you prepared to lead a diverse design team and redefine the landscape of water infrastructure?
Join our innovative Water Solutions team as an Associate Director - Lead Design Engineer, located in our thriving South East offices, and enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid working model.
At AECOM, we are pioneers in executing exceptional water programs and projects through enduring partnerships with esteemed clients such as Wessex Water, Thames Water, Welsh Water, Southern Water, Severn Trent Water, South West Water, and international contractors.
In this pivotal role, you will engage in impactful projects that span from potable water and sewage networks to treatment facilities of all scales, covering every phase of design and delivery, from feasibility assessments to construction, operation, maintenance, and asset management.
Notable ongoing projects include collaborating with partners to design key components for Alderney and Knapp Mill water treatment plants for South West Water, Avonmouth water recycling centre for Wessex Water, Wanlip sewage treatment plant for Severn Trent Water, and a comprehensive AMP8 treatment works upgrade program for Southern Water and other water companies.
This is an exceptional opportunity for you to advance your career in technical project leadership, driving the delivery of innovative, sustainable solutions that tackle current challenges and anticipate future demands.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading: Spearhead technical delivery for water and wastewater infrastructure/treatment projects, managing multidisciplinary teams to provide value-added solutions to client challenges throughout the design lifecycle.
- Managing: Supervise key work packages from inception to handover, coordinating with AECOM teams, clients, and suppliers to craft a seamless technical solution.
- Collaborating: Partner closely with clients and AECOM associates to ensure stakeholder buy-in for solutions, while also contributing to AECOM’s broader technical expertise and innovative methodologies.
- Developing: Fulfill line management responsibilities and foster the development of junior team members, guiding their project contributions and offering mentorship.
If you are passionate about innovation and transforming bold ideas into reality, AECOM is eager to welcome you. Join our team, where we not only deliver infrastructure solutions but also prioritize human health and environmental sustainability. Follow our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn to stay informed about the impactful projects we are undertaking and witness the difference we are making in the industry!
Join Us and Flourish.
Become part of our vibrant Water business, which includes around 700 experts across the UK and Ireland. Collaborate with leading civil, mechanical, electrical, and environmental professionals to deliver outstanding results.
