Design Manager

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction management firm is hiring a Roads & Pavement Expert to specialize in roadway design for major infrastructure projects. Candidates must have at least 10-15 years of experience in pavement design and strong familiarity with UAE standards. The role includes reviewing designs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing engineering recommendations. Join a leading team focused on quality and performance in construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in road and pavement design and construction.
• Proven expertise in performance-based specifications.
• Strong familiarity with UAE and international standards.

Responsibilities

• Review the EPC Contractors pavement design for suitability.
• Verify compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Provide value engineering recommendations.
• Coordinate between design and construction teams.
• Participate in design and progress reviews.

Skills

Pavement materials design

Coordination

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Hill International provides program project and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating quality assurance inspection scheduling risk management and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill please visit our website at

The Roads & Pavement Expert serves as a specialist in roadway design and construction for major transportation infrastructure projects. The role focuses on ensuring that pavement designs meet performance durability and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities

• Review the EPC Contractors pavement design to confirm its suitability for expected traffic loads climatic conditions and design life.
• Verify that proposed construction methods materials and workmanship comply with relevant quality safety and technical standards.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of UAE codes standards and regulations governing transportation infrastructure.
• Provide value engineering recommendations to optimize pavement design while considering long-term Operation & Maintenance (O&M) requirements.
• Support coordination between design and construction teams to ensure constructability performance and lifecycle durability of roadway assets.
• Participate in design and progress reviews to ensure alignment with project objectives and sustainability goals.

Qualifications Experience Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or related field
• Minimum 10 -15 years of experience in road and pavement design and construction preferably on large-scale infrastructure or PPP projects.
• Proven expertise in pavement materials design methodologies and performance-based specifications.
• Strong familiarity with UAE and international standards (AASHTO ASTM BS or equivalent).
• Excellent analytical coordination and communication skills.