Design Manager - Highways

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a professional for a highways design management role. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience in engineering, including a degree in civil engineering. Responsibilities include interpreting and coordinating technical assignments and developing solutions for complex engineering challenges. The position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects with a focus on sustainability and resilience, and entails minimal supervision with a strong emphasis on team leadership.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 15 years experience overall.

Responsibilities

• Performs design management responsibilities for highways design department.
• Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates technical assignments.
• Plans and develops engineering tasks related to unique problems.

Education

Degree in civil engineering

Job description

Performs design management responsibilities for highways design department.
Has full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating technical assignments.
Generally requires multidisciplinary knowledge of engineering.
Plans and develops engineering tasks related to unique or controversial problems, involving exploration, definition of scope, selection of problems, and development of novel concepts and approaches.
Maintains liaison with units within the organization and individuals inside and outside of the organization.
Responsible for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to the field. Work at this level usually requires extensive progressive experience.
Works under minimal supervision; supervision received is essentially administrative with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
Supervises group of engineers and/or technicians coordinating activities of the unit.

Minimum Requirements

15 years experience overall

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering

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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .
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 you'll 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 you've always envisioned. Here you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time