Associate Director - Data Center (AU projects)

Associate Director/Associate - Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics or Fire Protection (Building Services Operations)

A leading multinational engineering management and consultancy firm is seeking top talent for the Associate Director/Associate - Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics or Fire Protection (Building Services Operations multiple positions available). Successful candidates will receive top-of-the-line training and project exposure to international projects, along with a competitive benefits package

Main Activities and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

  • Contribute to the development of the office against defined strategic goals
  • Contribute to performance appraisal and mentoring of assigned staff
  • Assist in the development of 3 year strategic plans for the office; including market and people development
  • Assist in analysing the financial and non-financial performance of the office
  • High level, innovative and strategic contribution to concept and detail design of projects
  • Represent and develop the business with the local market
  • Be active in representing the company through target industry organizations
  • Participate in the performance appraisal of direct reports
  • Approve offers and execute contracts to the limit delegated by the Office Manager or his delegate
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures and policies for those areas of the business which you are responsible
  • Participate in office and/or region management/executive meetings and annual office and/or region strategic retreats as requested.


Qualifications (Minimum and Desirable):

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Science or Equivalent.
  • Typically, 12-15+ years' experience.
  • Proven competence in providing key technical expertise across a broad range of projects.
  • Knowledgeable in Australian Standards or proven experience with use of international codes of practice
  • Basic use of BIM software and how to use and review models.
  • Awareness of BIM inter-disciplinary coordination.
  • High level skills in applying safety in design practices and processes.
  • Proven ability to prepare technical reports and review large project reports.
  • Ability to project lead large sized multidiscipline projects.
  • Competent in monitoring and managing the scope of multiple projects of varying complexity and size.
  • Active participation is manhours estimate for design of MEP scope of projects
  • Delivered best client outcomes/options which have saved the client costs/time.
  • Applies legislation, standards, guidelines and project specifications.
  • Competent in identifying and managing risk on substantial projects.
  • Strong experience in developing and maintaining client relationships. Ability to communicate complex technical issues to clients.
  • Extensive experience in applying and mentoring others in QA and OH&S systems. Regular auditing of other more junior staff.
  • Proven ability in building the technical capability of others and transferring technical expertise within the organisation.
  • Experience in supervising graduates and professionals and managing teams.
  • Balance innovation, quality and technical excellence with delivery to timelines and budget. Is flexible to meet project outcomes