Associate Director, Structures

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Associate Director - Structures to lead a team in Dubai, UAE. You will steer design for bridges and underground structures, coordinate disciplines, and provide technical leadership and quality assurance across projects.

Responsibilities include client liaison, scope management, and potential project management of smaller undertakings. Ideal candidates hold a Civil/Structural degree with 15+ years in structural engineering, and have exposure to Midas, STAAD, and SAP RM

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering from an accredited University in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Master of Science/Engineering is preferred; PhD is highly preferred.
• Chartered Engineer (MIStructE or similar) or Professional Engineer (PE) is highly preferred.
• PMP, RMP or equivalent Project management certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of bridges and underground structures and coordinate with design disciplines.
• Provide technical reviews and quality management for design deliverables.
• Coordinate with Client and stakeholders; travel within GCC as needed.
• Develop feasibility and design concepts and lead all design stages.
• Ensure coordination with CAD/BIM for drawings and BIM models.
• Perform risk assessments and provide design information for Health and Safety.
• Lead technical development of the team and mentor staff.
• Support business development and bids; manage client relationships.
• Present progress to clients and senior leadership; explain design principles clearly.
• Monitor budgets for tasks and ensure alignment with scope.
• Act as Project Manager on small to medium discipline-specific projects.

Skills

15 years structural experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organized

Leadership

Education

BSc Civil/Structural Engineering

MS/ME preferred

PhD preferred

Chartered Engineer or PE

PMP/RMP or PM cert preferred

Tools

Midas

STAAD

SAP RM Bridges

Job description

AECOM is seeking Associate Director - Structures to be based in Dubai UAE. The Associate Director will be responsible to lead the team to produce the design information and coordinate with the relevant design disciplines. He/She will be responsible to provide technical reviews and quality management share technical expertise and experience with others in the company via internal technical communication and presentations.

Design will be carried out in accordance with AASHTO LRFD Eurocodes AREMA and or any other international design code as applicable. As a leader he/she will be also responsible to coordinate with the Client and the key stakeholders of the projects. He/she will be also required to travel when required to address the projects and Clients needs in particular within GCC. He/She may be assigned if required to undertake some site inspections.

Job Duties

• Development of feasibility and design concepts
• Undertaking the lead for carrying out all design stages design of all types of bridges and underground structures including cut and cover tunnels box jacking tunnels underground stations and other forms of underground structures.
• Provide technical leadership on structural design tasks.
• Having good understanding and appreciation for other disciplines requirements of the underground structures such as the geotechnical MEP and FLS requirements.
• Having reasonable knowledge about life cycle cost analysis of underground structures.
• Develops solutions to complex and challenging issues using engineering methodologies to define new procedures when needed.
• Liaise with CAD/BIM Manager for production of drawings and BIM models.
• Responsible to coordinate with the other disciplines to ensure there are no design gaps and provide fully coordinated design deliverables. This includes the support of the construction supervision teams.
• Resolves technical issues concerning conflicting requirements or complex coordination.
• Performs quality control reviews of design calculations and drawings following policies and procedures confirming that the technical approach satisfies the client scope of services and expectations.
• Provides specialized input to studies and design within the area of underground structures.
• Carry out risk assessments and provision of design information for Health and Safety.
• Inspection assessment and strengthening of underground structures where applicable.
• Report writing and production of technical reports specifications and documents.
• Championing innovation and demonstrating technical leadership to sizeable team.
• Able to monitor and track the budget for specific tasks within the project.
• Plays an active role in the technical development of the team.
• Contributes as an in-house expert on specific technologies or processes.
• Independently evaluates selects and applies standard industry techniques to execute work assignments.
• Identifies and develops new processes that lead to improved efficiency or work quality.
• Engages with project technical teams within a field of expertise to confirm project approach and review deliverables within budget and scope.
• Liaises with authorities to obtain permits and approvals and to discuss technical advances.
• Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical effort/man-hours for projects.
• May be required to act as Project Manager on small to medium size discipline-specific projects. Has an excellent understanding of project delivery requirements.
• Supports business development and selling initiatives to expand work assignments including managing client relationships and expectations.
• Assists with proposals and participates in the development of bids and technical write-up for proposals.
• Leads communication with clients to discuss work scope requests information to support project execution and receives client comments on draft work products.
• Presents to clients senior leadership and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress and clearly explains design principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering from an accredited University a relevant subject such as Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Master of Science/Engineering is preferred PhD is highly preferred
• Chartered Engineer (MIStructE or . from UK) or Professional Engineer (PE from USA) is highly preferred.
• PMP RMP or equivalent Project management certificate is preferred.

Specific Skills Required

• Must have minimum of 15 years of hands-on extensive experience in Structural Engineers of Bridges transportation structures and infrastructure structures. UAE/ME projects experience would be preferred.
• Experience with various software packages for analysis and design such as Midas STAAD SAP RM Bridges.
• Organized and proactive
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information :

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 optionswell-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

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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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time