PHYSICAL SECURITY ENGINEER

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Physical Security Engineer, in Dubai, UAE.

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a highly experienced Physical Security Engineer to join our Project Management Consultant (PMC) team. This role involves reviewing and approving physical security designs, such as vehicle bollards, door locks, and fences, submitted by the D&B contractor. The engineer will oversee the implementation of these security measures during the construction phase, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate with local law enforcement, RTA, and Dubai Police transport security teams. Ideal candidates will have a background in physical security engineering, preferably in rail or metro projects, and experience as a transport police officer or similar security personnel is advantageous. UAE project experience and the ability to join quickly are highly desirable. If you have the required experience and skills, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Monitor the Metro Security Control Procedures.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols to safeguard project assets and personnel.
• Responsible for the design and development of a Crisis Management and Resilience Framework.
• Determine the efficiency of established procedures and make recommendations for improvements across the Metro’s security landscape.
• Evaluate design aspects related to physical barriers, vehicle bollards, door locks, fences, and overall site security.
• Ensure that physical security considerations are integrated into the overall project design and construction phases.
• Oversee the implementation of physical security measures during the construction phase, ensuring adherence to approved designs and specifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to verify the proper installation and functionality of physical security elements.
• Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses for the project sites.
• Management of the contractors (D&B / O&M) security, surveillance, access control, intruder controls and installation standards across the metro network (both planned and existing) including all the relevant facilities.
• Review and approve physical security designs and plans submitted by the D&B contractor, ensuring compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and industry standards.
• Coordinate with the D&B contractor to resolve any issues or discrepancies related to physical security implementation.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to the D&B contractor to address design deficiencies and enhance security measures.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders such as the Ministry of Interior (MOI), Roads and Transport Authorities, Municipalities etc., ensuring coordinated security efforts across the Metro Network.
• Liaise with local authorities, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated security efforts.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement to ensure effective security measures are in place.
• Manage a small team of security specialists.
• Be the main point of contact for all security related matters of the Metro and any multimodal transport integrations of the transport development.
• Perform administrative duties identified by the Program Director to support the development of the wider Project.
• Collaborate with other project teams to ensure seamless integration of physical security measures with other project activities.
• Provide training and support to project staff on security best practices and emergency response procedures as required.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports, highlighting security review outcomes, risks, and next steps to project stakeholders and senior management.
• Review and approve as required, the technical documentation, including design drawings, risk assessments, and as-built drawings related to physical security.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all physical security activities and ensure proper documentation is available for future reference.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in security management, Engineering, or a related field.

Knowledge and Experience :

• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in physical security engineering, preferably in rail or metro projects.
• Proven experience in managing security for large-scale construction projects.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the safety and security environment, ideally gained through hands-on experience.
• Strong knowledge of physical security systems, technologies, and best practices.
• Must demonstrate strong management skills, organization, judgment, and problem-solving skills with proven ability to handle multiple, diverse tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• UAE project experience and dealing with local authorities, police departments, traffic department is highly desirable.
• Ability to join quickly is preferred.
• Experience as a transport police officer or similar security personnel is advantageous.

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