Design Manager / Technical Project Manager

Robert Bird Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced civil engineer to lead design projects for roads and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have 12-18 years of experience, a degree in Civil Engineering, and strong leadership skills. This role offers opportunities for career advancement and collaboration on impactful projects.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Cross-border exposure

Continuous learning support

Qualifications

• 12–18 years of experience in roads and civil infrastructure design and management.
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale design projects in consultancy environments.
• Client-facing and project management experience within the UAE / GCC is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead design delivery for roads, highways, and civil infrastructure projects.
• Manage design teams and coordinate multi-disciplinary inputs.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and quality requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Technical acumen with design software

Client-facing project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

About SJ Group :

Surbana Jurong’s Roads & Highways team is delivering next-generation transport infrastructure across the Middle East — from major expressways and urban arterials to intelligent transport systems and sustainable mobility corridors.

As part of our Infrastructure + Energy business line, this team is central to designing smart, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure that supports regional transformation programs like UAE Vision 2031 and Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 .

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead design delivery for roads, highways, and civil infrastructure projects from concept to IFC stage.
• Manage design teams and coordinate multi-disciplinary inputs.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, authority standards, and quality requirements.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders, providing strategic and technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support proposal development, work-winning, and business growth initiatives.

Key Requirements :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 12–18 years of experience in roads and civil infrastructure design and management.
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale design projects in consultancy environments.
• Strong technical acumen with design software and authority processes.
• Client-facing and project management experience within the UAE / GCC is essential.
• PMP, Chartered Engineer, or equivalent certification preferred.

Why Join Surbana Jurong Group :

At SJ, we combine global best practices with local delivery excellence. You’ll collaborate with visionary engineers and project leaders who are reimagining infrastructure for a sustainable, connected world.

We offer a platform for career advancement, cross-border exposure, and continuous learning , backed by one of the world’s leading urban, infrastructure, and engineering consultancies.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!