AECOM is looking for an Associate Director - Water MEICA Lead responsible for the development and integration of Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation design elements on critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role supports Uisce Éireann's multi-billion euro investment programmes, managing projects from concept through to delivery.

What You'll Do

Lead the development and integration of all MEICA design elements from concept through detailed design, ensuring coordination with civil and process engineering.
Forecast technical knowledge and resource needs to support bids and work winning. Contribute to business development by preparing proposals, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
Monitor and manage project delivery within agreed scope, time, cost and quality parameters. Ensure compliance with company procedures.
Promote and ensure compliance with health & safety standards for workers, the workplace, and projects.
Lead and build geographically diverse MEICA teams, including recruitment and line management. Maximise staff development, morale, and performance.
Help shape and use digital offerings on projects, including BIM, Projectwise, intelligent P&IDs, and in-house tools.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s Degree (NFQ Level 8) in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
Hold a professional qualification such as Incorporated or Chartered Engineer with a relevant professional institution.
Extensive water and wastewater industry experience, including process safety familiarity.
Can manage all stages of multi-disciplinary projects, from proposals through to outline/detailed design management, and construction support until handover to Client.
Excellent communication skills and able to represent AECOM with Clients.

Technical Stack

BIM
Projectwise
Intelligent P&IDs
AECOM's in-house tools (e.g., pumping station generator)

Team & Environment

You'll be part of a Water business with around 600 experts across the UK & Ireland. You will work with Regional Operational Leads and the MEICA Technical Head, while leading geographically diverse MEICA teams.

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive pay
Highly rated healthcare
Company pension
Car allowance

Work Mode

This is a hybrid position based in Dublin, Belfast, Cork, or Galway.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. We value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives, fostering a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is invited to bring their whole selves to work.