Lead Structural Civil Engineer

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

Job summary

A global engineering services organization is seeking a Civil Engineering Lead in Abu Dhabi. This role involves leading civil design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring technical excellence across multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, 15+ years of relevant experience, and professional certifications. This position offers a tax-free salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements, creating opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive life insurance

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible and hybrid work solutions

Relocation assistance

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in civil design and supervision with a focus on water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Proven experience in leading mechanical works on major water utility projects in the region.
• Familiarity with relevant design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for water-related projects.
• Develop civil designs and specifications according to project requirements.
• Oversee and ensure work quality from internal teams and sub-consultants.

Skills

Civil design

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related

Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Hydraulic modeling tools

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Civil Engineering Lead with a strong background in water and wastewater infrastructure projects to join our growing team. This role is critical to leading civil design, coordination, and delivery across multidisciplinary projects in the water sector, ensuring technical excellence and project success.

Your role

• Act as the Independent Engineer and trusted advisor for high-value water infrastructure Lead and manage mechanical engineering design for water-related projects including pumping stations, water treatment plants, desalination facilities, and pipeline systems.
• Develop civil designs, specifications, and reports in accordance with project requirements and international standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Oversee and review work from internal teams and sub-consultants to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior civil engineers.
• Support project managers with technical input, risk identification, cost estimation, and program management.
• Attend and lead client meetings, site visits, and technical reviews.
• Ensure that health and safety, sustainability, and quality standards are adhered to across all project stages.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related; Master's degree is preferred.
• Professional Certification is required - Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in civil design and supervision, with a strong focus on major water / wastewater infrastructure.
• Proven experience in leading mechanical works on major water utility projects in the region (UAE / GCC experience preferred).
• Familiarity with relevant design codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE, AWWA, API, BS / EN standards).
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and hydraulic modeling tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career.

• Tax-free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24 / 7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

EEO Statement

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.