Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
In Ireland we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges - delivering climate-responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry and the planet
.
Are you ready to lead our Environment team, driving growth, innovation and sustainability in Irelan
d?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing and innovative team. As our Director of Environment, based in one of our Ireland offices, you will report to the Regional Service Line Director (RSLD) for Water, Environment and Energy Transition (WEET) and help grow the team and the business, building on the capabilities of Egis environmental professionals around the wor
ld.
You will have a background in the Environment Sector with a good understanding of the challenges it faces as it adapts to a changing climate and increasing population. Your role will involve working with the UK&I RSLD to help foster growth within our core team, collaborating with peers across all disciplines and developing existing and new relationships with clients to maximize our combined offerings and secure new w
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Areas of previous expe**
* rience
Environmental Impact Ass
- essmentPlanning
- and DCONature Based Solutions, Biodiversity N
- et GainSustainability and carbon re
- ductionEnvironmental regulation and
- policyStakeholder Eng
- agementProject Man
**agement
What y**
* ou'll do
Contribute to UK&I Environment Strategy to identify growth areas and oppo
- rtunitiesLead on recruitment, strategy and developmen
- t of teamNetwork internally and externally to support and drive business development oppo
- rtunitiesDevelop and maintain relationships with clients, partners and sta
- keholdersProvide technical and expert advice to clients, oversee and direct
- projectsCollaborate with wider Egis team to develop market leading and innovative services to ou
**r clients
Key**
* Attributes
Hands on, delivery and cli
- ent focusedEnergised with a positive and strong
- work ethicExcellent interpersonal, communication and presenta
- tion skillsAbility to build relationships with and manage internal and external s
- takeholdersExcellent business development and work win
- ning skillsPeople management and team leadership
- experienceDecisive and calm und
er pressure
* Qualifications
Educated to degree level or higher, BSc/MSc in environmental/water management, engineering or r
- elated subjectsChartered member of a professional institution such as CIWEM, Society for E
- nvironment etc.Extensive demonstrable client, contractor or consultancy experience in the Ireland Env
**ironment Sector
We are commit**
ted to our planet
In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we're leaving behind. As part of our team, you'll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in Ireland, and all
around the globe.Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a
*sustainable world.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one's contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened*
to, and respected.