Lead Water Infrastructure Engineer – Abu Dhabi

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Principal Wet Utilities Engineer in Abu Dhabi to lead the planning, design, and implementation of water infrastructure projects, including water supply, treatment, and distribution systems. You will oversee projects, manage timelines and budgets, review technical reports, and coordinate with clients, contractors, and authorities to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a deep expertise in hydraulic and hydrological modeling, BIM for infrastructure, and experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in water engineering with infrastructure design and resource management.
• Proficiency in hydraulic and hydrological modeling software (Infoworks WS, Bentley, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Esri GIS).
• BIM for infrastructure, network clash detection, and resolution.
• Strong knowledge of water treatment processes, distribution systems, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and implementation of water infrastructure projects, including water supply, treatment, and distribution systems.
• Oversee project delivery with timelines, budgets, and quality deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and government authorities to align project goals.
• Review and approve technical reports, designs, and calculations.
• Promote sustainable water management practices and consider renewable integration.

Skills

Water infrastructure design

Project management

Hydraulic/hydrological modeling

Team leadership/mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Infoworks WS

Bentley software

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Esri GIS

BIM for infrastructure

Job description

Parsons is seeking a Principal Wet Utilities Engineer in Abu Dhabi to lead the planning, design, and implementation of water infrastructure projects, including water supply, treatment, and distribution systems. You will oversee projects, manage timelines and budgets, review technical reports, and coordinate with clients, contractors, and authorities to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a deep expertise in hydraulic and hydrological modeling, BIM for infrastructure, and experience