Water Network Planning Manager

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Water Network Planning Engineer to ensure efficient, reliable, and sustainable delivery of water services through planning, simulation, and long-term infrastructure management.

The role focuses on developing and optimizing distribution networks, conducting master plans and hydraulic models, and leveraging AMI/SCADA data to improve performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 4–8 years of experience in water network planning, asset management, or hydraulic modeling.
• Strong technical knowledge of water distribution systems, hydraulic principles, and infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in network simulation tools and exposure to AMI/SCADA applications in water systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize the water distribution network to meet current and future demand.
• Lead the preparation of master plans, feasibility studies, and hydraulic simulations for new and existing networks.
• Conduct network modeling using tools such as EPANET, WaterGEMS, or InfoWorks to assess and enhance system performance.
• Support the implementation of asset management strategies to improve network reliability and longevity.
• Utilize AMI and network operations data for performance optimization and proactive planning.
• Collaborate with internal teams on rehabilitation plans, project coordination, and long-term capacity forecasting.

Skills

Communication

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

EPANET

WaterGEMS

InfoWorks

AMI/SCADA

Job description

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 11/07/2025

We are seeking an experienced Water Network Planning Engineerwithin the utilities sector. The role focuses on ensuring the efficient, reliable, and sustainable delivery of water services through effective planning, simulation, and long-term infrastructure management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize the water distribution networkto meet current and future demand.
• Lead the preparation of master plans, feasibility studies, and hydraulic simulationsfor new and existing networks.
• Conduct network modelingusing tools such as EPANET, WaterGEMS, or InfoWorks to assess and enhance system performance.
• Support the implementation of asset management strategiesto improve network reliability and longevity.
• Utilize AMI and network operations datafor performance optimization and proactive planning.
• Collaborate with internal teams on rehabilitation plans, project coordination, and long-term capacity forecasting.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering(Master’s degree preferred).
• 4–8 years of experience in water network planning, asset management, or hydraulic modeling.
• Strong technical knowledge of water distribution systems, hydraulic principles, and infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in network simulation toolsand exposure to AMI/SCADA applicationsin water systems.
• Excellent communication, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.