2021-09-02
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates - Dubai, Dubai
Job Summary
AECOM is currently seeking Principal Marine, Coastal Engineer / Project Manager for Dubai location.
Make a significant contribution to the sales, profitability and management of work and people in the Geotechnical, Ports & Marine Group.
Develop the Coastal and Marine Engineering discipline to enable AECOM to be a leader in the Middle East region.
Job Duties:
Contribute to the Ports & Marine Group.
Skills: – Develop and retain a high level of technical skill.
Project Delivery: – Perform project management and “hands on” technical work to support the delivery of projects. Coordinate and supervise the work created by the marine team. Coordinate with other engineering disciplines through liaison with other professionals. Monitor the work of staff allocated to specific projects to ensure that technical competence and performance meets the requirements of allocated projects. Ensure that all projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Clients: – support the established client base in the Middle East market. Maintain harmonious client relationships as the project and local market level.
Continuous Improvement: – A commitment to continual professional development. A commitment to continual learning on relevant technological business and human relationship matters.
Business Growth: – Assist the Ports & Marine and Geotechnical Group Leader to deliver the growth, diversification and stability targets set out in the regional strategic plan.
Specific skills required:
Extensive experience in the planning and design of marine structures such as breakwaters, revetments, marinas, scour protection systems, block work quaywalls, sheet pile, diaphragm walls, jetties.
Extensive experience in the planning and design of artificial islands, beaches, marinas, harbours and water front development.
Extensive knowledge in coastal modelling including hydrodynamic, waves and sediment transport modelling including knowledge of DHI Mike Zero and Delft modelling suites, Staad Pro, Plaxs, Geo5, Slope-W.
Experience in the Middle East in a consultancy environment.
Availability to travel within the Middle East;
Availability to do occasional site supervision trips in UAE and Middle East
Experience in project management, proposal preparation and business development;
Experience in port planning and design of port structures; and
Experience in geotechnical and foundation design of coastal and marine structures.
Builds analytic and design skills.
Conducts engineering design under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
Creates designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
Collects and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
Minimum Requirements
7 to 20+ years’ experience in coastal or marine engineering,geotechnical engineering discipline in a consultancy environment;
Project management experience for consulting projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Engineering
Higher level degree (M.Sc or P.hD desirable)
Master or PhD in Civil, Marine, Marine structures, Coastal, Oceanography or related field.
What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Engineering - Civil
Business Line Transportation
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United Arab Emirates
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 253927BR
Virtual: No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
