About the Role
This position involves leading and managing water and wastewater infrastructure projects, focusing on hydrology and hydraulic modeling analysis. The successful candidate will provide technical supervision, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle, from design through to construction.
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Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical guidance and supervision on hydrology and hydraulic modeling analysis.
- Lead the design and implementation of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including sewer systems, stormwater management, and water distribution networks.
- Oversee the development of hydraulic models for sewer and water systems using software such as InfoWorks and InfoWater.
- Design Supervision:
- Manage the pre-design, design, and construction phases of wet utilities projects.
- Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules.
- Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
- Design and Engineering:
- Prepare engineering designs, specifications, and construction documents for water and wastewater systems.
- Conduct site assessments, hydraulic modeling, and system performance evaluations.
- Design pumping systems, pipelines, and treatment plants, including surge mitigation equipment and air/vacuum valves.
- Quality Assurance and Control:
- Perform QA/QC reviews of design and construction documents.
- Ensure adherence to modeling guidelines and design standards.
- Monitor construction progress to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- Collaboration and Coordination:
- Work with multidisciplinary teams, including structural, geotechnical, electrical, and instrumentation engineers.
- Facilitate regular progress review meetings and compile periodic reports.
Qualifications
- Candidates pursuing professional qualifications (e.g. PE, ICE, and CIWEM) will be given preference.
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience, with at least 5 years in UAE or other GCC countries.
- Proficiency in software like Bentley SewerGems, WaterGEMS, InfoWorks, InfoWater, and GIS applications.
- Experience in developing conceptual designs, feasibility studies, and master planning for water and wastewater systems.
Key Skills
- Expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design.
- Strong knowledge of computer simulations and hydraulic modeling.
- Knowledge of pumping stations, water quality modeling, septicity analysis, and transient analysis.
- Familiarity with permitting processes and regulatory compliance with Dubai Municipality and DEWA.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from a university/institution recognized by UAE SOE.
Additional Information
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an the company office location as a condition of employment.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, and flexible work options.
- Well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan are available depending on employment status.
Work Environment
- The role is located in Dubai, operating under a hybrid work model.
- In collaboration with a global team, you will engage in projects that transform communities and address complex challenges, contributing to a better world.
