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 visionary and experienced Design Manager - Infrastructure to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. You will oversee the design and development of large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring innovative and sustainable solutions that shape the future of our urban landscape.

• Lead and manage a team of designers and engineers, providing mentorship and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop and implement design strategies for complex infrastructure projects, including transportation systems, utilities, and public facilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to ensure project goals and objectives are met
• Oversee the preparation of detailed design plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and industry standards
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to deliver high-quality design outputs
• Utilize advanced design software and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to optimize project efficiency and accuracy
• Present design concepts and progress reports to senior management and clients
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in infrastructure design and sustainable development
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure successful project delivery

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification
• Minimum 10 years of experience in infrastructure design, with a proven track record of managing large-scale projects
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software
• Expert knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and its application in infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of urban planning principles and sustainable design practices
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and develop team members
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to diverse audiences
• In-depth knowledge of local and international building codes and regulations
• Experience working in the Middle East region is preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing project requirements

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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.