Technical Director – MEP (Building Design - HVAC/PHE&F)

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for Technical Director – MEP (Mechanical)r to join our team in Gurugram, India

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. 

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes. 

Start here. Grow here.

The Technical Director – MEP (HVAC Focus) will lead and champion technical excellence across all MEP disciplines, with a strong emphasis on HVAC systems. This role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in large-scale building projects and a proven track record of working with Industry leading competitors in the Design & Consultancy space.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership:• Support, oversee, and coordinate engineering production activities for the operating unit.
• Make authoritative decisions and recommendations on complex technical matters.
• Represent the organization as a trusted subject matter expert to regional clients.
• Initiate and maintain contact with senior-level management within the company.
• Skilled in dispute resolution and negotiation of critical issues.
• Provide unfiltered feedback and course correction where needed — with freedom to act for best outcomes.

• Technical Excellence:• Champion technical quality in HVAC and MEP disciplines across all projects.
• Shape guidance, standards, and best practices for mechanical systems.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving operational challenges.

• Project Delivery:• Ensure compliance with project delivery requirements and client expectations.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project goals and deliver high-quality outcomes.

• Mentorship:• Support mentoring, upskilling, and capability development within the mechanical engineering domain.
• Develop standards and guides for diverse engineering activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 25 years of experience of working on building projects based in the Middle East, with strong HVAC expertise.
• Proven leadership in technical direction and project delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under broad general objectives with minimal supervision.

Our Freedom to Grow hybrid working philosophy is the cornerstone of our success as a business – supporting a culture of flexibility, trust and performance at AECOM.

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 aecom.com. 

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.