Principal Engineer – Marine & Port M / F

Egis; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An international consultancy firm in the UAE is seeking a Principal Engineer for Marine & Port projects. The role involves leading project delivery, managing technical aspects, and fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in marine engineering, a Master's degree, and a commitment to sustainable practices. The position is based in Dubai and requires strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in marine & port engineering in the Middle East.
• Strong project delivery skills for marine projects.
• Ability to manage technical challenges and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery for marine projects while managing schedules and budgets.
• Provide mentorship and ensure project staff's technical competence.
• Innovate solutions to engineering challenges in client meetings.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Project management

Environmental sustainability commitment

Education

Master's Degree in Marine / Structural / Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

General information

Organisation

Egis is an international player active in the consulting, construction engineering and mobility service sectors.

We design and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings capable of responding to the climate emergency and helping to achieve more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development.

With operations in countries, Egis places the expertise of its 18, employees at the disposal of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovation accessible to all projects.

Improving people's quality of life and supporting communities in their social and economic development, whilst drastically reducing carbon emissions and achieving vital net zero targets, that's our purpose.

Reference

Position description

Job title

Principal Engineer Marine & Port M / F

Contract type

Permanent contract

Job description

• Collaborate with the Marine & Port Director to strategically expand disciplines of interest and capitalize on opportunities.
• Lead project delivery for marine projects and execute high-level technical work within set project schedules and budgets, overseeing projects as necessary.
• Independently perform project management and technical leadership, calling on experts as needed for optimal project delivery.
• Innovate and address complex engineering challenges, offering inventive solutions to design issues.
• Act as a marine expert in client meetings, ensuring a thorough understanding of project requirements and nurturing strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with clients and subcontractors to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of design work.
• Support the Marine & Port Director in business development activities.
• Foster collaboration with professionals from various disciplines, ensuring a holistic approach to project design and implementation.
• Supervise project staff to ensure their technical competence aligns with project requirements.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff, fostering their professional development.
• Review project standards and documents to ensure alignment with project objectives and compatibility of submitted materials.
• Offer technical support to construction supervision teams, liaising with authorities to acquire necessary permits.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies in marine engineering and integrate innovative solutions into project designs.
• Maintain harmonious client relationships at the project and local market levels within the Middle East.

Profile

• Hold a Master\'s Degree in Marine / Structural / Civil Engineering.
• Possess 12+ years of experience in marine & port engineering, demonstrating a proven track record in consultancy firms in the Middle East.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Showcase a diverse portfolio of successfully completed marine & port projects, highlighting unique challenges and innovative solutions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to environmentally sustainable engineering practices in marine project design and execution.
• Proficient in project management, proposal preparation, and client management.
• Ability to make appropriate judgments, decisions, and exercise initiative.
• Willingness to travel within the Middle East as required.
• Expertise in planning and designing marine projects.
• In-depth knowledge of marine engineering design standards.

Position location

Job location

Middle-East / North Africa, United Arab Emirates

City

Dubai

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

5-Master of Arts / Master of Science

Minimum level of experience required

Over 10 years