Description
The Design Manager (Marine) will lead the engineering design of marine structures, port facilities, and coastal infrastructure for Abu Dhabi Ports.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the complete design lifecycle of marine and port infrastructure projects, from concept to construction.
- Lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring effective collaboration and performance.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities to capture requirements and obtain approvals.
- Develop and maintain project design schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Ensure all design outputs comply with technical standards, quality, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Review and approve design calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Facilitate value engineering and risk mitigation strategies throughout the project.
- Prepare and present technical reports, progress updates, and design reviews to senior management.
- Support procurement and construction phases by providing design clarification and on-site assistance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and adopt best practices in marine engineering design.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Marine, or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 15 years of experience in marine and port infrastructure design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer registration.
- Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects.
- Strong knowledge of international maritime codes, standards, and local UAE regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD, PLAXIS) and BIM tools.
- Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
- Willingness to travel to project sites and work on-site as required.