We are seeking a highly experienced Department Manager (Engineering, Design, Planning and/or Controls) to lead and manage engineering, design, and planning functions for a major high-speed rail project in the UAE. This role involves overseeing multidisciplinary teams, joint venture partners, and technical deliverables to ensure integrated, timely, and high-quality execution across all engineering, design, and planning disciplines.Key Responsibilities• Lead and manage all engineering, design, planning, and control activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives and milestones• Oversee JV partners, internal teams, and consultants, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and contractual requirements• Coordinate across design, construction, and planning teams to resolve technical issues and manage project interfaces• Monitor progress, budgets, resources, and performance metrics, providing reports and risk mitigation strategies to senior management• Approve engineering and design plans, schedules, and deliverables, ensuring integration with master project timelines• Facilitate technical workshops, coordination meetings, and design reviews with all stakeholders• Drive process improvements and standardization across engineering, design, and planning functions
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)• Minimum 12 years of experience in management roles within engineering, design, or planning disciplines, ideally in large infrastructure or rail projects• Proven experience in joint venture (JV) project environments• Strong technical knowledge of engineering, design, and planning for civil and rail infrastructure• Experience in the UAE or GCC region highly preferred• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsPreferred Qualifications & Skills• High-speed rail, metro, or large transportation project experience• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts, claims management, and project controls• Proficient in project monitoring, scheduling, and reporting tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent)• Experience leading multinational teams with complex project interfaces• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and proactive decision-making
