Design Manager
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About the Role
Khatib & Alami seeks an experienced Design Manager to lead water supply infrastructure projects from concept through detailed design. The role involves managing multidisciplinary teams, client coordination, and ensuring technical excellence.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of water supply infrastructure projects from concept through detailed design
- Manage client, stakeholder, and authority coordination to obtain design approvals
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, Transportation, QS) for integrated design
- Mentor and lead junior engineers, maintaining high standards of quality and technical reviews
- Support Project Managers in planning, budgeting, resource allocation, scheduling, risk management, and tender documentation
- Provide design support during construction, resolve technical issues and RFIs
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably Civil or Environmental
- 15 years of industry experience in Architecture, Engineering and Planning, preferably in water and environment/water supply engineering design
- 10+ years of experience in engineering design in a top tier regional/multinational engineering consultancy firm
- Chartered Professional Engineering certification or equivalent preferred
- Experience in the Middle East preferred
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Overview
- We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Design Manager – Water to join our growing team.
- You will lead the design and delivery of medium to large scale water supply infrastructure projects, ensuring innovative, sustainable, and technically sound solutions.
Roles & Responsibility
- Lead the design and delivery of water supply infrastructure projects, from concept through detailed design, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
- Manage client, stakeholder, and authority coordination to obtain design approvals and deliver cost effective engineering solutions.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (Architecture, Structural, Mechanical, Transportation, and QS) to ensure seamless project execution and integrated design.
- Mentor and lead junior engineers while maintaining high standards of quality, technical reviews, and compliance with company procedures.
- Support Project Managers in project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, scheduling, risk management, and preparation of tender documentation.
- Provide design support during construction, resolve technical issues and RFIs, and collaborate with global engineering teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably Civil or Environmental.
- Specialization in water supply design is preferred.
- Chartered Professional Engineering certification or equivalent is preferred.
Skills
- In depth knowledge of the water supply industry in the Middle East
- Understanding of international Engineering standards and codes
- Good communication presentation skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in spoken and written English; Arabic is an advantage
Specific Experience
- 15 years of industry experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Planning Industry, preferably in water and environment/ water supply engineering design
- 10+ years of experience in engineering design in a top tier regional / multinational engineering consultancy firm
- Strong experience in large and complex water supply design projects
- Exposure to global best practices and trends in the Architecture, Engineering and Planning Industry, in particular to water supply
- Experience in the Middle East is preferred
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