Associate – Flood Risk Management
Location: Cork (Hybrid) | Department: Water & Environmental Engineering | Reports to: Regional Director
Type: Full-Time | Experience: 10+ Years | Industry: Civil Engineering & Flood Risk
💼 Protecting Communities Through Innovation
At Ayesa, we design and deliver world-class infrastructure, water, and environmental solutions that safeguard communities and support climate resilience. With 13,000+ employees across 24+ countries, our engineers are shaping a more sustainable future, combining deep technical expertise with cutting-edge digital tools.
We’re now growing our Irish operations and seeking an Associate to lead the delivery of flood relief schemes and water-related infrastructure from our Cork office.
🚀 The Opportunity
As an Associate within the Flood Risk team, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering complex flood management projects across Ireland. This is an opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, drive client engagement, and manage full project lifecycles—while helping to protect communities from climate risk.
🔍 What You’ll Be Doing
• 🌐 Lead the Delivery of Flood Relief Schemes and related civil infrastructure projects
• 🗂️ Oversee Project Planning, Budgeting, Quality Management, and Resource Allocation
• 👥 Manage and Mentor Teams of Engineers, Consultants, and Technicians
• 🏛️ Liaise with Local Authorities, Clients, and Stakeholders to deliver compliant, effective solutions
• 📋 Ensure Compliance with Planning Processes, Design Standards, and Legislation
• 📈 Support Business Development through Tender Preparation and Market Engagement
• ✅ Champion Engineering Best Practice and Drive High-Quality Outputs
•🧠 Identify Innovation Opportunities in Design, Sustainability, and Delivery
🧠 What You Bring
Experience & Qualifications:
• Level 8 (Hons) Degree in Civil Engineering (Level 9 preferred)
• 10+ years post-graduate experience, including 8+ in flood risk management or drainage
• Proven experience in delivering flood relief or water-related projects in Ireland
• Background in contract administration and client-facing project leadership
Skills & Strengths:
• Strong knowledge of Irish legislation, planning frameworks, and design standards
• Excellent project management skills with a track record of meeting time, cost, and quality targets
• Effective communicator with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage and inspire high-performing teams
Bonus Points For:
• Experience preparing tender documentation and securing new work
• Passion for sustainability, innovation, and climate resilience
🎁 What’s In It for You
✅ Competitive Salary & Performance-Based Bonuses
🏡 Hybrid Work Model (2–3 days from home)
🕓 Flexible Hours 37.5 per week (Core: 10am–4pm Mon–Thu, 10am–3pm Fri)
💰 Pension Matching & Financial Planning Support
🛡️ Income Protection & Life Assurance
📚 Professional Development and Chartership Support
🤝 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
🌱 Sustainability & Innovation-Focused Culture
🎉 Socials, Recognition Awards & Wellbeing Initiatives
🌴 Generous Annual Leave with Additional Days Based on Service
🤝 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.