About the job
Join our dynamic Building Engineering team as an Associate Director – Fire Protection Engineering in Melbourne or Sydney. In this pivotal role, you will offer technical leadership on significant projects while contributing to the expansion of our fire protection capabilities. You will engage with a varied portfolio spanning the defence, education, health, commercial, and aviation sectors, leading intricate projects and cultivating high-performance teams.
Your Impact:
- Deliver technical and strategic guidance on diverse fire protection projects, overseeing the design and execution from inception to construction and commissioning.
- Champion the development and deployment of wet and dry fire protection systems, including hydrants, hose reels, sprinkler systems, alternative suppression systems, gas suppression, fire detection, and evacuation systems.
- Ensure that all designs adhere to the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and pertinent authority requirements, prioritizing safety and quality at every step.
- Serve as a senior client liaison, nurturing trusted relationships with key clients and stakeholders, while identifying potential avenues for new and ongoing business opportunities.
- Provide mentorship and leadership to engineers within the team, promoting a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Facilitate multi-disciplinary collaboration on major projects, working in tandem with mechanical, electrical, structural, and specialized engineering teams to deliver integrated building solutions.
- Contribute to the growth of the fire protection discipline through strategic insights, project leadership, and active involvement in business development initiatives.
