Associate / Associate Director - Security & ICT

*We are looking to appoint an experienced Security & ICT Engineer at Associate / Associate Director level to support our design delivery of international and local projects.
Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.*
From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it'll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role
Naturally, the responsibilities of an Associate / Associate Director will be highly varied, but can typically be expected to comprise...

• Lead Security & ICT discipline projects on behalf of the group (operating as Job or Project Leader as appropriate), taking ownership for sustained and productive client relationships.
• In charge of multiple projects across the group, taking responsibility for the engineering solutions.
• Review, with the support of the Associate Director or Director, job financial performance and manage resources accordingly.
• Prepare Technical Specifications and check work/specifications of subordinates.
• Undertake project technical/quality reviews and attend design reviews for projects. Undertake site visits as needed for the smooth operation of the project(s).
• Contribute to group initiatives with respect to technical development / market sectors and processes.
• Lead a team on specific projects within the Group (mainly junior Engineers and Technicians).
• Guiding the lower level team members in order to achieve the project success.
• Support delivery of the team's Performance and Development Review process.
• Support the group in seeking new work from existing clients
• Prepare Technical proposals.
• Prepare bid proposals and additional fee proposals with support of the Group Director(s) and Associate Directors(s).
• Reporting on technical, commercial, financial and people performance of the team as determined by the Group Director.
• Accountable for effective resource planning for their projects, and financial performance if advised by the Group Director .

In return, we can offer fantastic opportunities to...

• Play a significant leadership role on some of the most iconic and architecturally inspiring projects in India.
• Work within a truly multidisciplinary environment, capitalising on Buro Happold's extensive knowledge base in building physics, micro-climate analysis, climate change mitigation and energy master planning to inform truly environmentally responsive MEP designs.
• Take ownership for external relationships with architects, clients, and contractors, supporting the group in generating new work-streams.

Your Skills And Experience

• You have been working in a design role with experience of designing security systems in the built environment for 15+ years.
• Ideally – a knowledge of basic coding (C#), which can be applied to the development of design tools to facilitate automation.
• You will have an understanding of the design process and approach to designing security systems (VSS, AACS, IDS, PIDS, SMS), specifically being able to identify critical considerations and factors in design.
• Worked in Autodesk tools such as AutoCAD, Navisworks and Revit
• Authored technical security specifications on projects
• You will have a good knowledge of standards applicable to security and related systems.
• You will be able to clearly communicate concepts of security design and the rational which form the basis of a design.

Qualifications Required
You must have obtained a university degree in security or an engineering related field, such as the following (though similar courses will be considered):

• Risk Management
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Systems and Communications Engineering

What We Offer You
Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world's most respected consultancies.

• Competitive salary and benefits package including Annual Discretionary Bonus, Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme for both you and your family, Group Personal Accident Cover
• Our 5-day workweek policy supports work-life balance, ensuring you have time to relax and recharge
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you
• Receive entitlements to two professional memberships or subscriptions, fostering your professional network and knowledge
• Benefit from our Employee Referral Bonus, rewarding you for bringing talented candidates into our fold
• A commitment to your wellbeing through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellness initiatives designed to support your mental and physical health
• Back to Work Program for Women - Swam Siddha - We're committed to empowering women, facilitating seamless re-entry into the workforce through our dedicated program
• Engage with our vibrant community through the Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, and BH Women's Network, fostering a supportive and diverse workplace culture
• Make a difference in the world with our Share Our Skills (SOS) program, offering opportunities to support local communities and those in need globally
• An International Culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won't be far from the exceptional