Senior Engineer - ICT

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior ICT / Digital Infrastructure Engineer in Abu Dhabi with 10–15 years’ experience to lead site-wide ICT design for major masterplanning and infrastructure projects. You will manage OSP networks, fibre backbones, and multi-disciplinary coordination, ensuring compliance with UAE/KSA regs and international standards.

The role requires strong technical leadership, BIM/CAD coordination, and the ability to drive design deliverables across CMP, DMP, and detailed design stages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in ICT, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10–15 years of relevant engineering experience in site-wide ICT infrastructure and OSP design.
• Experience delivering ICT infrastructure designs for large-scale masterplanning, urban developments, infrastructure, and public realm projects.
• Strong knowledge of fibre optic networks, telecom duct infrastructure, network topology, and passive ICT systems.
• Familiarity with UAE/KSA regulations and operator requirements.
• Experience coordinating with Civil 3D, Revit, and BIM-based design workflows.
• Certification such as CCNP, BICSI RCDD, or OSP Designer is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of site-wide ICT and telecommunications infrastructure for large-scale developments.
• Develop OSP infrastructure designs including underground duct networks and manholes.
• Design fibre optic backbone and distribution networks (FTTx, GPON, PON).
• Coordinate ICT utility corridors and network interfaces with other disciplines.
• Prepare reports, design calculations, BOQs, and tender documentation.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (TIA, BICSI, ISO/IEC, ITU-T) and local authorities.

Skills

ICT infrastructure design

OSP design

Fibre optics

Telecommunications

BIM/CAD coordination

Project coordination

Standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in ICT/Telecommunications/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Revit

BIM workflows

Job description

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior ICT / Digital Infrastructure Engineer with 10–15 years of relevant experience in the planning and design of site-wide ICT infrastructure, Outside Plant (OSP) networks, fibre optic connectivity, and telecommunications infrastructure for large-scale masterplanning, urban development, and infrastructure projects

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading ICT infrastructure design activities across various project stages, from Concept Master Planning (CMP) and Detailed Master Planning (DMP) through Concept Design, Detailed Design, and IFC

The role requires strong technical expertise in ICT passive infrastructure, multidisciplinary design coordination, and familiarity with UAE and KSA authority requirements and international standards

Key Responsibilities

1. Site-Wide ICT & OSP Infrastructure Design

• Lead the planning and design of site-wide ICT and telecommunications infrastructure for large-scale developments, mixed-use communities, and infrastructure projects
• Develop OSP infrastructure designs, including underground duct networks, multiway duct banks, manholes, handholes, chambers, and associated civil infrastructure
• Design fibre optic backbone and distribution networks, including FTTx, GPON, passive optical networks, and fibre ring topologies
• Develop ICT network connectivity strategies, including network topology, fibre allocation, redundancy, diversity, and capacity planning
• Plan and coordinate telecom infrastructure facilities, including Points of Presence (POP), Main Distribution Rooms (MMR), and network interface locations.
• Develop infrastructure requirements and connectivity provisions for Smart City, ITS, security, IoT, and other site-wide technology systems
• Coordinate GSM/mobile telecommunications infrastructure requirements, including macro tower plot allocations, fibre and power connectivity, and interfaces with telecom operators

2. Engineering Design & Technical Deliverables

• Prepare and review ICT design reports, Basis of Design documents, technical specifications, drawings, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Develop site-wide ICT network schematics, fibre connectivity diagrams, duct allocation schedules, and infrastructure layouts
• Perform preliminary ICT network capacity assessments, fibre core allocation, duct sizing, and infrastructure demand calculations
• Ensure designs comply with relevant international standards (TIA, BICSI, ISO/IEC, ITU-T) and applicable local authority requirements

3. Multidisciplinary Coordination & Project Delivery

• Coordinate closely with masterplanning, roads, utilities, electrical, ITS, security, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated infrastructure design
• Coordinate ICT utility corridors, road crossings, network interfaces, and infrastructure tie-ins with existing and proposed networks
• Liaise with clients, telecommunications operators, authorities, and specialist subconsultants to resolve technical requirements and design interfaces
• Provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, and BIM/CAD teams, ensuring the quality and timely delivery of project documentation
• Participate in design reviews, technical workshops, and authority coordination meetings

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in ICT, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 10–15 years of relevant engineering experience, with substantial hands‑on experience in site-wide ICT infrastructure and OSP design
• Demonstrated experience delivering ICT infrastructure designs for large-scale masterplanning, urban developments, infrastructure, and public realm projects
• Strong knowledge of fibre optic networks, telecom duct infrastructure, network topology, and passive ICT systems
• Familiarity with telecommunications operator requirements and applicable UAE/KSA regulations
• Experience coordinating with Civil 3D, Revit, and BIM-based design workflows.
• Strong experience preparing technical reports, design calculations, specifications, BOQs, and tender documentation
• Experience in multidisciplinary engineering consultancy environments
• CCNP, BICSI RCDD, OSP Designer (OSP), or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience with major infrastructure and masterplanning projects in the UAE, KSA, or wider GCC region
• Familiarity with Smart City infrastructure, ITS communications networks, security network connectivity, and IoT infrastructure requirements

Additional Information

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About AECOM

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• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

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