Job Description

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Discipline Lead - Dry & Wet Utilities Design in Abu Dhabi, UAE for a large residential project. Prior experience in Abu Dhabi is mandatory.

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering with SCE registration.
• Chartered status (or equivalent) preferable.
• 15+ years relevant industry experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong technical writing and communications skills.
• Considerable utilities design experience related to master planning and development projects.
• Experience of Water Industry (potable, treated sewage effluent reuse and wastewater) major projects in treatment/transmission/storage and distribution.
• Working knowledge of PPP Procurement in the water sector.
• Experience of leading teams in the design of water infrastructure for EPC contractors (Design and Build).
• Working knowledge of relevant software packages like EPANET, WaterCAD, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, SewerCAD, StormCAD, STAAD, DIALux etc.
• A sound working knowledge of the latest relevant design standards and codes.
• Experience in Projects and Design Management and Bid Preparation.
• Experience of managing multi disciplinary teams in design delivery, supporting, mentoring and developing more junior team members.
• An ability to multi-task and be self starting in new business environments.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Arabic language skills are an advantage

Responsibilities:

• Managing projects independently and successfully from start to completion.
• Provide technical support to a wide variety of multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical guidance to the team members in the design phases.
• Produce project design reports and maintain protocols on the internal correspondence with the team members and other departments.
• Contributes to and reviews technical report writing and data/analysis summary tables and exhibits.
• Coordinates work with other engineers and professionals within and outside own discipline, and with support services staff.
• Preparation of Technical Specifications and Material Specifications for utility assets such as sewage treatment plants, reverse osmosis plants, district cooling and primary sub stations.
• Preparation of project design reports and liaison with the client.
• Manage the Infrastructure/Utilities Design team.
• Client interface management.
• Bid management and coordination.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
• Paid Annual leave.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.