Utilities Design Manager- Infrastructure

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Utilities Design Manager- Infrastructure to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal role, you will lead the planning, design, and implementation of complex utility infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient and sustainable solutions for our clients.

• Oversee the design and development of utility infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, electricity, and gas systems
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, designers, and contractors throughout project lifecycles
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery
• Conduct technical reviews of design documents, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality and compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to address project requirements and obtain necessary approvals
• Implement innovative design solutions and technologies to optimize utility infrastructure performance and sustainability
• Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for complex infrastructure projects
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical. Mechanical or related field
• Minimum of 15  years of experience in utilities design and infrastructure projects, with a proven track record of successful project delivery
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Extensive knowledge of utility systems, including water, wastewater, electricity, and gas infrastructure
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools
• Strong understanding of infrastructure planning, development, and regulatory compliance in the utilities sector
• Excellent project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams in complex project environments
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies
• Experience working on large-scale utility projects in the Middle East region is highly desirable

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.