Senior Chief Engineer - Dubai Traffic & Roads CEO

Roads and Transport Authority; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport authority in Dubai is seeking an experienced engineer to ensure compliance with technical standards, analyze engineering reports, and provide strategic recommendations. The role involves leading traffic engineering initiatives, integrating innovative technologies, and developing sustainable infrastructure standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline and have experience in traffic flow optimization and project supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all engineering reports and deliverables comply with standards.
• Review and provide strategic recommendations to the CEO.
• Lead research and implementation of traffic engineering best practices.
• Drive integration of IoT, AI, and big data into engineering operations.
• Oversee feasibility studies for a Center of Excellence for Traffic Engineering Innovation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, or a related Engineering discipline

Job description

• Ensure all engineering reports and deliverables comply with RTA standards and international guidelines (AASHTO, FHWA, TRB).
• Review, analyze, and evaluate engineering reports across departments and provide strategic recommendations to the CEO.
• Lead research, development, and implementation of best practices in traffic engineering, traffic flow optimization, signal timing, and intersection design.
• Monitor global trends and integrate proven international methodologies, innovative engineering solutions, and emerging technologies.
• Provide technical expertise to support executive strategy, major initiatives, and complex decision-making.
• Drive the integration of IoT, AI, big data analytics, digital twins, BIM, and GIS into traffic engineering, asset management, and road maintenance operations.
• Lead the development of climate-resilient infrastructure standards and sustainable paving technologies to extend asset lifespan and meet sustainability goals.
• Oversee feasibility studies and establishment of a Center of Excellence for Traffic Engineering Innovation.
• Develop lifecycle cost and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) frameworks for major infrastructure investments.
• Design and manage advanced risk assessment frameworks for mega-projects using simulation, probabilistic analysis, and scenario planning.
• Supervise critical engineering projects to ensure compliance with technical specifications, quality, timelines, and KPIs.
• Develop advanced traffic simulation, predictive maintenance, safety assessment models, and performance dashboards using real-time data.
• Monitor and guide strategic initiatives, performance metrics, and continuous improvement across engineering functions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Line Manager or Head of Department.

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, or a related Engineering discipline from a recognized university.