Design Manager (Marine)

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Manager specializing in Marine projects. This role involves leading the preparation of prequalification documents, engaging with stakeholders, and managing design agreements to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. You will leverage your extensive experience in design management and marine developments to drive project success. Join a dynamic team that values your expertise and offers endless growth opportunities. If you're ready to take ownership of your projects and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Design Management with a focus on Major Ports and Marine Developments.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of Prequalification Documents and RFP tailored to business needs.
• Manage design and consultancy services agreements throughout the design cycle.

Skills

Design Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Execution Planning

Regulatory Compliance

Excellent Communication Skills

Marine Development Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's Degree

Tools

Engineering Software

Job description

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Job Description:

Design Manager (Marine)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

You take ownership for everything you do.

Whatever passes through your hands has to meet your own high standards. You know how much you’re capable of, and you take pride in that. We admire your work ethic and the confidence you bring to the job. Our organization realizes that we are only as exceptional as the employees who deliver exceptional work. If you handle every project as though you own it, let's talk!

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Leads the process of the preparation and development of the Prequalification Documents / Criteria and Request for Proposal (RFP) documents tailored to address the strategic intent of the business for specific developments and the successful selection of the appropriate service provider(s).
2. Development of the Project Execution Plan at the Pre-Construction Stage of assigned projects and initiatives to best achieve Project Objectives.
3. Active stakeholder engagement of end users and asset owners to support in the distillation of business needs for development initiatives.
4. Participates as needed in the evaluation of design and consultancy service providers in accordance with the agreed evaluation criteria and in compliance with the policies, procedures and processes of the client.
5. Management and administration of design and consultancy services agreements throughout the design cycle from concept design/design validation stage to production of IFC documents.
6. Liaison with end-users, stakeholders and regulatory authorities as required during the design process to ensure the capture of needs and the compliance with regulatory requirements.
7. Review of deliverables including design reports, design submissions and specifications.
8. Support the preparation and development of the Contract Documents for EPC and/or Design Build related contracts: Manages and coordinates the process of developing the Engineering related aspects of EPC and Design Build contracts required to enable the procurement of projects as detailed in relevant Project Execution Plans through the utilization of internal or external resources. This includes activities such as: Development of End User Functional Requirements; Development of functional specifications, etc.; Development of plan, layout and elevation indicative drawings; and Development of tender package scopes of work.
9. Leads the process of preparing and developing pre-concept and concept development schemes for Ports and Marine developments in terms of layouts, operational planning and sizing of facilities and assets, and similar inputs.
10. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field).
2. Masters Degree Preferred.
3. Minimum 10 years of experience in Design Management, essential that you have experience of Major Ports and Marine Developments.
4. Excellent written and oral communications skills: fluent in English.
5. Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required.
6. Experience in marine is required.
7. Must also possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and the capabilities and efficiencies of specific engineering software for use in completing engineering assignments.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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