Irrigation Manager

BuildxPartners; Dubai; On-site; AED 335,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visa

Family medical insurance

Annual air tickets

Job summary

BuildxPartners is seeking an experienced Irrigation Manager to lead planning, execution, operation, and maintenance of large-scale landscape irrigation projects across the UAE. The role requires a strong background in irrigation engineering, project management, resource planning, and team leadership within landscaping.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years UAE experience in landscaping, including 5+ years in a managerial role, with expertise in hydraulic calculations, irrigation design, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years UAE experience in the landscaping industry, including at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven expertise in planning, execution, operation, and maintenance of large-scale irrigation systems.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic calculations, irrigation design principles, and water management.
• Experience managing manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and irrigation engineering/design software.
• Valid UAE Driving License (Mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, operation, and maintenance of large-scale landscape irrigation systems.
• Manage irrigation projects across multiple sites, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and compliance with project specifications.
• Oversee irrigation networks, pump stations, filtration systems, controllers, valves, water tanks, and related infrastructure.
• Review irrigation designs, hydraulic calculations, water demand analysis, and technical documentation.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, procurement plans, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, project managers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical proposals.
• Supervise testing, commissioning, and successful handover of completed irrigation systems.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, water authority requirements, safety standards, and sustainability guidelines.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, site staff, and project resources to achieve project and operational objectives.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Water management

Irrigation design

Specifications compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Irrigation software

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 08/07/2026

BuildxPartners is a global talent solutions firm delivering end-to-end recruitment and workforce solutions across industries and geographies.

BuildxAlpha – Executive & Leadership Search Focused on C-suite, board, and global executive hiring.

BuildxSigma – Comprehensive Talent Across Levels Covering junior, mid-level, and senior professionals.

BuildxGCC – Global Capability Center Solutions Specializing in Build, Operate, Transfer (BOT) model for Global Capability Centers, GCC supports companies in setting up, scaling, and transferring GCCs.

Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Irrigation Manager to lead the planning, execution, operation, and maintenance of large-scale landscape irrigation projects across the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in irrigation engineering, project management, resource planning, and team leadership within the landscaping industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, operation, and maintenance of large-scale landscape irrigation systems.
• Manage irrigation projects across multiple sites, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and compliance with project specifications.
• Oversee irrigation networks, pump stations, filtration systems, controllers, valves, water tanks, and related infrastructure.
• Review irrigation designs, hydraulic calculations, water demand analysis, and technical documentation.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, procurement plans, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, project managers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical proposals.
• Supervise testing, commissioning, and successful handover of completed irrigation systems.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, water authority requirements, safety standards, and sustainability guidelines.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, site staff, and project resources to achieve project and operational objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) or an equivalent engineering qualification.
• Minimum 10 years of UAE experience in the landscaping industry, including at least 5 years in a managerial role leading irrigation projects.
• Proven expertise in planning, execution, operation, and maintenance of large-scale irrigation systems.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic calculations, irrigation design principles, and water management.
• Experience managing manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and irrigation engineering/design software.
• Valid UAE Driving License (Mandatory).
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Candidates from the landscaping, irrigation, infrastructure, or environmental services sectors with extensive UAE project experience will be highly preferred.
• Attractive salary package (based on experience)
• Family Visa
• Family Medical Insurance
• Annual Air Tickets for Family
• Other benefits as per UAE Labour Law and company policy