🌍Job Title: Associate Director Flood
Division: Water
Location: London
🌍Job Title: Associate Director
Division: Flood
Location: Cork
đź’ˇAbout Us
Ayesa is a global engineering consultancy with over 13,000 employees, where our UK & Ireland business combines international strength with the agility and autonomy of an SME.
With a presence in 40 countries, Ayesa has built a strong international reputation across a diverse range of engineering disciplines. Our expertise includes water and flood infrastructure, transportation, marine and coastal engineering, geoscience, environmental services, energy, and building structures.
Our UK & Ireland teams deliver technically challenging, varied projects that develop broad expertise without confining people to narrow roles — offering the opportunity to make a meaningful local impact while benefiting from the stability, knowledge, and career opportunities of a well-established global organisation.
The Opportunity
As an Associate Director, you’ll take the helm of major flood risk and water management projects, managing technical excellence, operational delivery, and client satisfaction. You’ll also play a critical role in mentoring teams, shaping business development strategy, and contributing to the leadership of our water and environmental division.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Lead Delivery of High-Profile Flood Control and Water Management Projects
• Oversee Full Project Lifecycle—planning, budgeting, compliance, and delivery
• Manage and Mentor Multidisciplinary Teams of Engineers and Consultants
• Act as Primary Client Interface, building and maintaining key relationships
• Drive Business Development through Market Engagement and Tender Submissions
• Ensure Projects Comply with Design Standards, Legislation, and Ayesa’s IMS
• Guide Innovation, Best Practice, and Strategic Growth across our water portfolio
• Champion Quality, Risk Management, and Safety in All Aspects of Delivery
· Business development including the preparation of tender submissions and identification of new market opportunities
· Represent Ayesa in a professional manner.
· Awareness of, and full compliance with, the requirements of Ayesa’s Integrated Management System (IMS)
· Management of projects in compliance with Ayesa’s Integrated Management System (IMS)
What You Bring
Experience & Qualifications:
• Honours Degree (Level 8 minimum, Level 9 preferred) in Civil Engineering
• 10+ years post-grad experience (including 8+ in flood risk or drainage engineering)
• Proven track record in flood relief or water services delivery, contract management, and client liaison
Skills & Strengths:
• Deep knowledge of flood management, drainage, and water infrastructure design
• Familiarity with Irish or UK planning, legislation, and design codes
• Ability to manage complex, high-value projects across multidisciplinary teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Thorough understanding of Quality and Integrated Management Systems
Bonus Points For:
• Experience growing teams or practice areas in a consultancy environment
• Passion for sustainable design, innovation, and climate resilience processes is a distinct advantage
What's in it for you
* 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’re Inclusive by Design
Ayesa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background or neurodiversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and stronger outcomes. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities, and ensuring equal access to opportunities for learning, development, and progression across our organisation.