Application Guide

How to Apply for Associate Director ICT

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that stands out for its commitment to building sustainable legacies through innovative solutions in transportation, water, energy, and environmental projects. Their focus on integrating technology with physical infrastructure creates unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects that shape communities. The company's emphasis on sustainability and innovation makes it particularly appealing for professionals who want their technical work to have lasting environmental and social impact.

About This Role

As Associate Director ICT at AECOM, you'll lead the design and implementation of integrated communication technologies for major infrastructure projects, specializing in Communication Room design, structured cabling, and IP-based systems integration. This role is impactful because you'll bridge the gap between traditional MEP engineering and modern ICT systems, enabling smart buildings and connected infrastructure that support AECOM's sustainability goals. You'll oversee projects from design through construction, ensuring ICT systems seamlessly integrate with security, AV, building management, and other third-party systems.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve leading design reviews for Communication Room layouts, collaborating with MEP teams to integrate ICT with building systems, and participating in client meetings to refine technical requirements. You could spend the morning analyzing test results from site inspections, then transition to designing wireless networks that support both operational technology and building automation systems, all while ensuring designs align with sustainability objectives and UK regulations.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has 8+ years of specialized experience in ICT design with demonstrated expertise in at least one core area like structured cabling design or wireless networks
  • Possesses proven experience collaborating with Mechanical and Electrical engineering teams on complex infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrates ability to analyze client business objectives and develop tailored ICT solutions that support broader project goals
  • Has hands-on experience with IP-based technology integration including security systems (CCTV/Access Control), AV systems, and building automation interfaces

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific experience with 'Connected Real Estate' projects and provide examples of how you've integrated ICT with MEP systems like Lighting Control or BMS

2

Quantify your experience with construction phase activities - mention specific numbers of site inspections, test result analyses, or witness testing events you've conducted

3

Tailor your resume to show progression from technical specialist to leadership roles, emphasizing your ability to 'work under general direction' while developing work plans

4

Include concrete examples of how you've analyzed client business practices to develop tailored ICT solutions, not just technical specifications

5

Demonstrate familiarity with UK building regulations and standards for ICT infrastructure, as this is a UK-based remote position

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience designing ICT systems that interface with third-party IP-based technologies like security, AV, and building management systems', 'Specific examples of collaborating with Mechanical and Electrical engineering teams on infrastructure projects', "How your approach to ICT design supports sustainable infrastructure and aligns with AECOM's mission of 'building sustainable legacies'", 'Your ability to manage the full project lifecycle from design through construction phase activities like site inspections and witness testing']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent UK infrastructure projects, particularly those emphasizing sustainability and technology integration
  • → The company's 'Sustainable Legacies' strategy and how ICT contributes to their environmental goals
  • → AECOM's work in Connected Real Estate and smart building initiatives
  • → The specific challenges of remote collaboration in UK infrastructure projects and how AECOM addresses these

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your experience designing Communication Rooms and ITC cabinets for large-scale infrastructure projects
2 How do you approach integrating third-party IP-based systems (security, AV, building automation) with core ICT infrastructure?
3 Describe a time you had to analyze client business objectives to develop a tailored ICT solution that wasn't technically obvious
4 What methodologies do you use for structured cabling design in complex building environments?
5 How have you managed the construction phase of ICT projects, including client meetings, site inspections, and witness testing?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on technical ICT skills without demonstrating understanding of how they integrate with broader MEP systems and client business objectives
  • Presenting generic ICT experience without specific examples related to infrastructure or construction projects
  • Failing to show progression from technical specialist to leadership capabilities required for an Associate Director role

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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