Senior Water & Wastewater Engineering Lead — Dubai

AECOM Corporation; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a senior water/wastewater engineering leader to drive strategic direction for wet utilities projects in Dubai and across the UAE. You will oversee complex infrastructure programs, mentor teams, and engage with clients and regulators to secure and deliver high-impact projects.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of experience in civil engineering related to water networks, expertise in hydrology, hydraulic modeling, and proficiency with tools like Sewer GEMS, Water GEMS, InfoWorks,

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in wet utilities engineering, including leadership, with UAE/GCC exposure.
• Professional Engineer certification or equivalent is preferred; LEED AP or PMP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for wet utilities projects in alignment with client needs and organizational goals.
• Oversee planning, design, and execution of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Water/wastewater design

Hydrology/hydraulic modeling

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (Peng)

Tools

Sewer GEMS

Water GEMS

Info Works

InfoWater

GIS

Job description

AECOM is seeking a senior water/wastewater engineering leader to drive strategic direction for wet utilities projects in Dubai and across the UAE. You will oversee complex infrastructure programs, mentor teams, and engage with clients and regulators to secure and deliver high-impact projects.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years of experience in civil engineering related to water networks, expertise in hydrology, hydraulic modeling, and proficiency with tools like Sewer GEMS, Water GEMS, InfoWorks,