Principal Design Engineer - Water & Wastewater

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Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership :; Provide strategic direction and leadership for wet utilities projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client requirements.; Act as a technical authority and subject matter expert in the field of wet utilities engineering.; Project Oversight :; Oversee the planning, design, and execution of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.; Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.; Manage risk and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.; Client and Stakeholder Engagement :; Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies, mainly Dubai Municipality and DEWA.; Lead client meetings, presentations, and negotiations to secure and maintain projects.; Team Development :; Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff.; Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.; Technical Excellence :; Lead the development of innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.; Ensure the application of advanced modeling techniques and software tools, such as InfoWorks and InfoWater, in project delivery.; Promote the adoption of sustainable and resilient design practices in all projects.; Business Development :; Lead proposal development efforts.; Develop and maintain relationships with key clients to secure repeat business.

Requirements

Professional Engineer (Peng) certification, MICE or similar is required, additional certifications such as LEED AP or PMP are highly desirable.; Minimum of 15 years of experience in wet utilities engineering, including leadership roles out of which minimum 8 years should be in UAE or other GCC countries.; Proven track record in managing large-scale, multidisciplinary projects.; Extensive experience with hydrology, hydraulic modeling, and municipal infrastructure design.; Proficiency in relevant software tools, including Sewer GEMS, Water GEMS, Info Works, InfoWater, and GIS applications.; Strong leadership and team management abilities.; Expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design and management.; Advanced knowledge of hydrology and hydraulic modeling.; Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.; Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from a University or institute recognized by UAE SOE.