Associate Director Advisory

AECOM are currently seeking an Associate Director to join our Advisory team in the sub-practice area of P3 Technical Advisory.

Other sub-practice areas within our Advisory business includes Asset Project Monitoring Risk Management Program Strategy Procurement Contracts and Construction Business Intelligence services allowing the successful candidate to collaborate across our Advisory team and advise our clients across a wide range of built asset and infrastructure projects.

We are looking for highly motivated applicants who possess specific knowledge and experience in this sub-practice area in addition to outstanding analytical communication and creative skills. The successful candidate will report to our Advisory Lead for the Middle East with responsibility to lead develop and grow our P3 Technical Advisory sub-practice in the delivery of services across the region identify and secure of new sources of work develop client relationships and lead client engagement in the UAE KSA Qatar and Bahrain markets.

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years relevant post education experience.
• Bachelors degree in engineering / construction management / project management or equivalent.

Outline of Duties

• Lead develop and grow our P3 Technical Advisory sub-practice in the delivery of services across the region identify and secure of new sources of work develop client relationships and lead client engagement in the UAE KSA Qatar and Bahrain markets.
• Liaising with client and other stakeholders.
• Manages the resources with the team all within the established budgets.
• Leads proposals and bids for opportunities.
• Raising the company and professional profile by as an industry leader and / or thought leader.
• Accountable for a variety of complex deliverables throughout the lifecycle of multiple projects.
• Ensuring the client receives the assistance needed to implement the recommendations / solutions.
• Technical report writing in accordance with international standards.
• Preparing and facilitating workshops.
• Carrying out research and data collection.
• Conducting problem solving analysis and technical analysis of data gathered.
• Preparing and presenting recommendation papers reports process; procedure and system manuals.
• Formulating and implementing recommendations solutions.
• Interprets data and presents to clients.
• Presents project deliverables to clients.

Technical Skills Range

Candidates will be expected to possess skills in the following core areas:

• Knowledge and experience in the delivery of P3 technical services in the region.
• Demonstrate an understanding and ability to work with other advisors associated with projects.

Candidates will also be expected to possess skills in one or more of the following:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Project management project work planning scheduling and resource deployment.

Culture and Personality

Candidates will be expected to possess as many of these attributes as possible:

• Highly collaborative highly communicative and highly creative.
• Excellent oral written and visual communication skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced open and creative environment.
• Ability to lead workshops focus groups and presentations.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and processes.
• High degree of flexibility and agility.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors and Masters degree and professional qualifications in one or more of business economics architecture planning design social science or engineering
• Minimum 15 years relevant post education experience in design business consulting

Additional Information :

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract

Key Skills
Program assessment,FDA Regulations,Manufacturing & Controls,Program Evaluation,budget forecast,Research Experience,Operations Management,Research & Development,Strategic Planning,Contract Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1