Associate Director

Want to work with the most sought-after minds and most talked about projects? Your experience delivering international projects might just make you our new Mechanical Associate Director.

Your next role

In this role you will play a significant leadership role on a wide range of workshare projects based predominantly in the UK, Middle East, and USA.

Key Duties

• Lead MEP 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 Director / Partner, 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.
• Drive recruitment and skills development for the business.
• Lead and guide the team on specific projects within the Group (mainly junior Engineers and Technicians).
• Support delivery of the team's Performance and Development Review process.
• Support the group in seeking new work from existing clients.
• Prepare Technical proposals, bid proposals and additional fee proposals with support of the Director / partner.
• 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.

Your skills and experience

• Experienced technical and commercial leader in the Mechanical and Public Health discipline; track record of exceptional delivery over a sustained period within the industry.
• Ability to drive digitalisation of the delivery process.
• Significant experience in a workshare / GDC context, ideally with experience on projects in the UK, ME, and USA.
• Demonstrable track-record mentoring and leading others.
• Developing individual skills, whilst encouraging collaboration and cohesive teamwork.
• Experience of AutoCAD, Revit, HAP, IES.
• Accreditation from a chartered institute desirable.
• Bachelor's degree (BEng) or Master's degree (MEng) / MSc in Mechanical from premier institutes in India

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.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other's differences is key, we want employees to feel they don't have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.