Principal Highway Engineer - AECOM Middle East - Dubai, UAE

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 424,080 - 580,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Global exposure

Competitive salary and benefits package

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is looking for a Principal Highway Engineer in Dubai to lead major road and highway projects across the UAE.

The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and familiarity with RTA standards. This is a full-time position offering competitive salary and career growth opportunities.

Join AECOM to contribute to significant infrastructure projects shaping the future of transport in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in highway design and project management.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng, PE, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Strong command of RTA, DM, ADM standards and global design codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the design and delivery of major expressways and urban roads.
• Oversee geometric design, alignments, and highway layout.
• Coordinate closely with structural, drainage, traffic, and environmental teams.

Skills

Highway and road design leadership

Project management and technical oversight

RTA standards and UAE regulatory compliance

BIM and digital design integration

Mentorship and stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

OpenRoads

Civil 3D

Infraworks

Job description

Position Overview

AECOM Middle East is seeking an accomplished Principal Highway Engineer to join its Transportation business in Dubai. The successful candidate will lead the planning, design, and delivery of major road and highway infrastructure projects across the UAE and wider GCC. This role requires strong technical leadership, client engagement skills, and a commitment to delivering world‑class, sustainable transport solutions.

Job Details

Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Engineering / Infrastructure
Function: Civil Engineering / Highway Design
Salary: 38000-52000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the design and delivery of major expressways, urban roads, interchanges, and active mobility projects.
• Oversee geometric design, alignments, and highway layout using regional and international standards (RTA, AASHTO, DM, DMRB).
• Coordinate closely with structural, drainage, traffic, and environmental engineering teams.
• Provide expert technical input on complex design challenges, ensuring safety, sustainability, and constructability compliance.
• Prepare, review, and approve feasibility studies, design reports, tender documents, and technical specifications.
• Liaise with clients such as RTA and ADM, attend project meetings, and maintain strong stakeholder communication.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to meet quality and performance targets.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and leadership growth within the transportation team.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, bid presentations, and client relationship building.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in highway design and project management, ideally within UAE or GCC markets.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng, PE, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Strong command of RTA, DM, ADM standards and global design codes (AASHTO, DMRB).
• Proficiency in highway design software such as OpenRoads, Civil 3D, Infraworks, or similar.
• Demonstrated expertise in sustainable road design, road safety, and digital delivery processes.
• Excellent technical writing, coordination, and client management skills.

Skills Set

• Highway and road design leadership.
• Project management and technical oversight.
• RTA standards and UAE regulatory compliance.
• BIM and digital design integration.
• Mentorship and stakeholder engagement.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to iconic highway and transport infrastructure projects shaping Dubai's future.
• Collaborate with world‑class engineers and planners on cutting‑edge mobility solutions.
• Enjoy career growth, global exposure, and a competitive salary and benefits package.

About the Company

AECOM Middle East is a global leader in infrastructure and engineering consultancy based in Dubai. The company provides integrated design, planning, and management services across transportation, water, buildings, and environment sectors. With its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, AECOM helps shape smarter cities and resilient communities across the GCC and beyond.