Associate Director - Mechanical

AESG is an international specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm with offices in London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, South Africa, Australia and Riyadh. We are dedicated to helping solve our clients greatest challenges through collaboration, innovation, and advanced technical solutions. With unparalleled experience gained from working on hundreds of projects, our multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, engineers, scientists, modelers, and project managers work alongside our clients to deliver effective solutions that stand the test of time.

We pride ourselves on being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated teams with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.

Job Description

AESG is seeking a passionate and driven Associate Director Mechanical, who is looking for an exciting new opportunity to work within AESG's award-winning Sustainable Engineering Department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for engineering excellence and sustainability, with a willingness to work across multiple disciplines and industries to drive the market towards more sustainable development.

Reporting directly to the Department Director, the Associate Director - Mechanical will be responsible for leading and managing mechanical engineering projects. The successful candidate will form part of AESG's dynamic Sustainable Engineering department located in our Dubai headquarters. The role will include independent project management of complex design and construction projects, covering all aspects of mechanical engineering. Confidence in client management with a clear vision of how to develop and manage an MEPF engineering team is essential.

In addition, the candidate will be integral to driving the department's internal processes and workflows and support the department director in preparing and executing the business development plan.

The ideal candidate fits the below profile:

• Strong communication skills
• Motivated and self-driven (entrepreneurial outlook)
• Committed to technical excellence
• Skilled in relationship building (internal and external)
• Collaborative personality

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team, overseeing the delivery of projects from conception to completion.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are understood and met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Utilise the expertise in mechanical engineering to provide innovative solutions and drive projects towards successful outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with other disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions that meet project requirements.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
  

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Professional accreditation such as Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or membership of a recognised institution such as MCIBSE.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in mechanical engineering design and project management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems and building codes/regulations.
• Experience working in the UAE/KSA region is highly desirable
• Proven track record in client-facing roles, demonstrating exceptional communication skills.
• Extensive experience as an MEP project manager, driving projects to successful completion.
• Strong background in UAE/KSA project delivery, understanding local regulations and best practices.
• Proficiency in Revit, utilising its capabilities to enhance project efficiency and quality.

Why join AESG?

• AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy, offering a consultancy service and work environment like no other.
• Through our world-class reputation for innovative thinking, pushing projects to outperform expectations through smart application of planning, engineering, and architectural solutions, our project portfolio includes some of the world's most forward-thinking and exciting new developments.
• The success of our company is built on the success of individuals. Our ability to achieve what we have is because our staff are driven, passionate, and love what they do.

As an employee of AESG, you can expect:

• A huge amount of freedom for our high-performing employees.
  
• Great career opportunities as the company continues to grow, with access to a huge variety of projects and incredible clients.
• Working on some of the world's leading developments and tackling our client's greatest challenges.
• Commitment to building on your areas of specialism and focal interest points, supporting your professional development through a structured training and mentorship program.
• Highly collaborative approach across the different technical service offerings.
• Promotion of the importance of the health and well-being of the team, including team-building fitness activities, social events, and the provision of a healthy work environment.
• To be part of a dynamic and motivated team with an amazing team culture.