AECOM
Associate Director - Fire Engineering
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Associate Director - Fire Engineering
Associate Director (Fire Engineer) – Defence Focus
Locations: AECOM UK Offices (Hybrid)
Requisition ID: J10153472
About AECOM
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Job Description
About the Role
AECOM is seeking an Associate Director (Fire Engineer) specialising in Defence work. This senior consultancy role requires expertise in multi-disciplinary fire engineering across multiple sectors, with a focus on Defence standards and client-focused solutions.
Ideal for:
- An established fire engineering consultant aiming to advance their career.
- Professionals eager to lead a team in a high-impact, multi-disciplinary consultancy.
What You’ll Do
People
- Lead and manage Defence workload management, team performance, and project delivery.
- Oversee the execution of large, complex Defence projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations.
- Align with multi-disciplinary teams and national leadership to deliver high-quality results on schedule and within budget.
- Drive performance reviews by setting SMART goals for team members; conduct appraisals of direct reports.
- Cultivate mentorship and professional development, supporting colleagues toward Chartership and career growth.
- Act as a technical mentor, particularly for junior staff transitioning into project roles.
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Projects
- Provide technical budgeting and scheduling for intricate fire engineering projects.
- Lead or co-lead Defence projects, nationally and internationally, as an AECOM Approved Lead Verifier or Project Manager.
- Manage client relationships and build trust to secure new opportunities.
- Consistently uphold standards of quality, ensuring timely delivery while adhering to contracts.
Business
- Champion AECOM values of safety, and vision, enforcing policies at work and client visits.
- Foster collaborative client relationships and contribute to business growth.
- Support national teams in meeting KPIs and developing marketing strategies to enhance the Fire Engineering service line.
- Assist in drafting and implementing the Fire Team Business Plan.
Team Contributions
- Earn professional certifications including Chartered Engineer (CEng) and qualifications like CFPE (NFPA).
Core & Customised Benefits
At AECOM, your growth, well-being and work-life balance are prioritised through:
- Hybrid working models.
- Career development (e.g. AECOM University).
- Personalised benefits tailored to life-stage and needs.
- Networking through technical practice groups.
- Voluntary programmes, including volunteer days.
Requirements
Essential
Required qualifications and experience:
- Extensive consultancy experience in multi-disciplinary engineering environments.
- Deep knowledge of UK fire standards (e.g., ADB, BS 9991, BS 9999, HTM 05-02, BB100) and Defence standards (e.g., JSP 80, DIFS).
- Proficiency in fire modelling tools: FDS, SFE, evacuation simulations.
- Active membership in MIFireE or equivalent certification (e.g., NFPA’s CFPE).
- Undergraduate degree (BEng/MEng) or master’s degree (MSc) in fire science/engineering.
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Note: UK nomination or ability to obtain clearance is required.
Preferred
- Chartered Engineer accreditation.
- Hold, or history of attaining, high-level security clearance.
- Field experience in global standards (e.g., NFPA, IBC/SFPE, IMO).
- PhD in a fire-related discipline.
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Important Note: All new hires of AECOM are required to undergo an in-person onboarding day as a condition of employment.
Our Why
Freedom to Grow
We offer:
- Flexible hybrid work to balance commitments.
- An autonomous, inclusive culture that celebrates diversity.
- Immersive development programmes with access to global opportunities.
- Fair compensation and benefits, catering to employees across all stages of their career.
Empowering employees to bring their full selves to work enables transformational outcomes for our clients and communities.
About AECOM: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
As a Fortune 500 firm (2025 revenue: $16.1B), we unlock progress through better infrastructure, gender equality, and environmentally responsible decisions.
Read more about our commitments: 🔗 www.aecom.com 📸 @AECOM on LinkedIn/Twitter #Global_Opportunities | #InspireYou
Accommodations & Equal Opportunity
AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities.
To qualify: Kindly contact ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com, specifying any disability or long-term condition you would like to discuss.
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