Director of Software Engineering

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Systems Engineering to lead our engineering team at AECOM in Glasgow. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development and implementation of complex systems engineering processes and methodologies, ensuring the delivery of high-quality projects that meet our clients' needs.Your leadership will be critical in fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team, guiding engineers through technical challenges, and driving the strategic direction of our systems engineering efforts.

As the Director of Engineering at Capco, you will lead a dynamic team of engineers, driving innovation and excellence in our technology solutions. Your leadership will shape the engineering strategy and ensure effective project execution, while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

AECOM is seeking an Associate Director of Mechanical Engineering based in Glasgow. This position leads a team focused on delivering engineering solutions across a range of projects. The role combines technical oversight with team leadership, guiding work from early design through final delivery. Role overview The Associate Director manages project lifecycles, ensuring that mechanical engineering work meets quality, safety, and efficiency standards. Oversight includes both day-to-day team direction and broader project strategy. Key responsibilities Lead and mentor a mechanical engineering team Direct projects from initial concept to completion Maintain rigorous standards for quality, safety, and efficiency Requirements Strong technical background in mechanical engineering Proven leadership and project management experience Commitment to high standards in engineering processes

AECOM is seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Director to lead our Substations division in the UK. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the design, engineering, and execution of substation projects, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance with industry regulations.Your leadership will drive innovation and efficiency, fostering a collaborative environment among project teams. You will be responsible for developing strategic plans and ensuring the successful delivery of projects that meet client expectations.

Join AECOM as a Tunnelling Technical Director / Team Lead, where you will spearhead innovative tunnelling projects, providing expert guidance and ensuring excellence in design and execution. As a pivotal member of our team, you'll collaborate with industry leaders and drive advancements in engineering practices across various sectors, including transportation and infrastructure.Your role will involve overseeing project teams, cultivating client relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. If you are looking to make a significant impact in the field of tunnelling, we would love to hear from you!

Start your journey with us. Elevate your career.We are excited to announce an opening for an Associate Director of Security within our esteemed Security and Technology Engineering team. This is an exceptional opportunity to significantly influence the trajectory of future construction projects in key cities across Europe and beyond.The AECOM Security & Technology Engineering team is a niche group within the Building Engineering division, delivering specialized Security and Technology design and support services that enhance the overall design capabilities of our building engineering teams.Our Buildings Engineering team comprises approximately 400 engineers engaged in large-scale construction initiatives, focusing on specialized projects across London and globally. We operate in various sectors, including major commercial construction and fit-out projects, large mixed-use developments, critical national infrastructure, and many more.Your ResponsibilitiesAs the Associate Director, you will oversee high-level technical and strategic security engineering services for new builds and fit-out projects, encompassing all RIBA stages, including:Conducting risk assessments, formulating mitigation strategies, and drafting operational requirements.Leading master planning initiatives for projects, from city-level strategies to mixed-use developments.Designing comprehensive physical security solutions, including electronic locking systems, barriers, walling, glazing, doors, and fencing.Creating electronic security designs for video surveillance, access control, intruder detection, and intercom systems.Providing counter-terrorism guidance, including Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM), bomb blast, and ballistic considerations in collaboration with specialists.Join Us for Professional GrowthAt AECOM, we offer a variety of core and personalized benefits tailored to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy career development opportunities, a flexible hybrid working model that promotes a balanced lifestyle, access to technical practice networks, AECOM University, and dedicated volunteering days.

Launch Your Career with Us.We are on the lookout for a talented and driven MEP (Building Services) Associate Director (AD) to enhance our Scotland team. This pivotal role is primarily focused on MEP engineering management and leadership within the Defence sector. As the AD, you will oversee all aspects of MEP design, including technical specifications, quality assurance, programming, resource allocation, project delivery, financial oversight, risk management, and governance. Please note that security clearance will be necessary for this position.Your expertise will be crucial in facilitating the design and implementation of high-integrity systems that support vital defence projects across Scotland. You will collaborate closely with AECOM's multidisciplinary teams, clients, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure exceptional MEP delivery. This role will involve engaging with a variety of complex projects, contributing to the development of safety-critical and high-integrity systems adhering to industry standards, defence regulations, and compliance frameworks.Moreover, you will have the opportunity to enhance the team's experience in key sectors, including Healthcare, Science, Higher Education, and Industrial.Key Responsibilities:Oversee and coordinate engineering production activities for Defence Sector MEP design delivery.Make authoritative decisions and recommendations.Establish and maintain communication with senior management within the company, demonstrating conflict resolution skills and the ability to negotiate critical issues. You will exhibit a strong understanding of project delivery requirements and work creatively and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary framework to achieve project objectives and deliver high-quality technical excellence.Utilize mature judgment to anticipate and resolve both routine and unique operational challenges, define operational objectives and requirements, organize projects, and develop standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities.Technical / Functional Expertise:Receive guidance from senior leadership members.Manage a department or multiple processes or programs with moderate to high complexity.Accountable for performance and results in your area.Integrate functional strategies and develop specific objectives.Analyze complex issues and take responsibility for solving challenging problems.Organize, execute, and coordinate assignments and manage larger and more complex projects.Work collaboratively while maintaining autonomy in accordance with policies and procedures that support business strategy.Provide leadership and direction through managers and professional staff or lead initiatives to enhance technical expertise.

Join AECOM as a Technical Director of Architecture specializing in Nuclear Facilities. In this pivotal role, you will lead architectural projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering innovative design solutions. Your expertise will guide the development of safe and efficient nuclear infrastructure, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive project success.We are looking for a visionary leader who can navigate complex challenges and inspire a team of architects and engineers. If you possess strong communication skills and a passion for sustainable design, we invite you to apply!

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Technical Director to lead our data centre projects in Glasgow. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills to drive the design, implementation, and optimization of mechanical systems in data centres. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that all projects meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and sustainability.

Join AECOM as the Regional Director of Highways for Scotland and Northern England, where you will lead strategic initiatives and oversee the delivery of vital infrastructure projects. Your role will involve engaging with stakeholders, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring that projects align with both company objectives and client expectations.

Company Overview Jensen Hughes has earned a prestigious reputation as a leader in fire protection engineering, a legacy we have upheld since our inception in 1939. Our expertise now encompasses a broad spectrum of related fields, including accessibility consulting, risk analysis, process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, and digital innovation. We are dedicated to solving complex safety and security issues, enabling our clients to safeguard what is most important to them. For over 80 years, we have been at the forefront of risk mitigation, protecting lives, property, and reputations through our cutting-edge technology, expert knowledge, and industry-leading research. Our commitment to enhancing safety, security, and resilience in the world remains steadfast. At Jensen Hughes, we prioritize a culture of trust, integrity, and professional growth by putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we appreciate the unique perspectives and talents they contribute to our team. We foster a connected culture through our Global Employee Networks, which support career advancement and provide opportunities for individuals to share their passions and experiences. Together, we are building an environment where learning, growth, and success are accessible to all. Job Overview We are thrilled to announce an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic Technical Director to join our award-winning Glasgow team. As we aim to deliver outstanding life safety solutions to our diverse client base, we are looking for a leader who will drive excellence across our projects into 2026. Following a record-breaking year filled with impressive accomplishments, now is an ideal time to become part of our team!

Join AECOM as the Head of Design and Build for Water Projects in the UK and Ireland. In this leadership role, you will oversee innovative water infrastructure projects, ensuring the highest standards of design and execution. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders to deliver sustainable solutions that meet community needs.

Join Turner Townsend as an Associate Director of Procurement in our Glasgow office, where you will play a pivotal role in managing procurement strategies and ensuring cost-effective purchasing processes. Your expertise will help us deliver outstanding project results for our clients while fostering strong supplier relationships.In this leadership position, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop procurement plans that align with project goals. Your insights will be crucial in negotiating contracts, optimizing supply chains, and driving efficiencies across our operations.

Join Turner Townsend as an Associate Director of Estimating in our Infrastructure department. In this pivotal role, you will lead and support estimating functions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in project cost assessments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results for our diverse client base.

Join AECOM as a Ports & Maritime Client Director, where you will play a pivotal role in leading our efforts to drive innovative solutions within the maritime and ports sector. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, ensuring alignment with their strategic goals while delivering exceptional service and project execution.Your leadership will guide a talented team, fostering collaboration and driving growth initiatives that position AECOM as a leader in the industry. This is an exciting opportunity to influence major projects and contribute to sustainable maritime development.

Join our dynamic team at Ramboll as a Rail Buildings Associate/Director, where you will lead innovative projects that shape the future of rail infrastructure. You will be responsible for overseeing the design and construction of rail buildings, ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering projects on time and within budget.Your role will involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, engaging with stakeholders, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. If you are passionate about sustainable development and want to make a significant impact in the rail sector, we invite you to apply!

As the Director of Business Development for our Transportation sector, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation solutions across the UK. Your expertise will drive strategic initiatives, cultivate client relationships, and spearhead projects that enhance our market presence and deliver exceptional results.Join us to lead a dynamic team, where your vision and leadership will influence the development of innovative transportation solutions. You will be instrumental in identifying new business opportunities, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure project success.

Start your journey with us. Elevate your career here.Are you prepared to become a pivotal member of an innovative engineering team that is redefining energy infrastructure?The Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Engineering team offers a comprehensive suite of services, ranging from initial concepts to advanced Power Systems Analysis, Cabling, Substations, Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure, System Balancing and Compensation, Protection Systems, SCADA, Communications, Converter Station Design, HVDC Systems, and Interconnectors, including international links.Join us and play a vital role in the UK's most ambitious T&D project - the National Grid's Great Grid Upgrade. AECOM, in partnership with its joint venture, has been selected as design and consenting service partners for the National Grid’s Great Grid Partnership, part of a £9bn initiative aimed at connecting sustainable energy to homes and businesses across England and Wales by 2030. Contribute to this remarkable project and leave your mark on the future of energy.Your responsibilities will include:As a senior member of our Transmission & Distribution team, you will lead and engage with clients, ensuring the successful delivery of technically complex overhead line design projects.Your primary focus as the Principal Overhead Line Engineer will be to provide project technical support and guidance to the overhead lines teams involved in transmission projects, working on various initiatives encompassing overhead transmission lines up to 400kV.Lead and provide technical support to deliver overhead line design on intricate multi-discipline projects.Offer technical expertise in bids and proposals, acting as the Principal Engineer in client meetings, leveraging your extensive experience on exciting projects.Assume full responsibility for project scope and the technical delivery of overhead line works.Provide expert evaluations and problem-solving solutions to team members.Assist in drafting proposals that outline project details, timelines, resources, budgets, objectives, and goals.Deliver technical support throughout project implementation, statutory planning, and public consultation events.Oversee design activities related to overhead lines, including PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structural analysis, design criteria formulation, sag-tension calculations, insulator/conductor selection, and more.Conduct feasibility studies and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director of Ecology to join our team at AECOM in Glasgow. As a lead in our ecology division, you will play a pivotal role in managing and delivering ecological projects, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and promoting sustainable practices. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage with clients, and contribute to the strategic growth of our ecological services.