Design Manager - Infrastructure

Role Overview

Deep Infrastructure Design and Planning

• Lead the design, development, and integration of deep utility services for efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee engineering design for potable water, wastewater, stormwater, electrical substations, district cooling, gas, and telecommunications networks.
• Ensure deep services align with the masterplan and architectural and structural requirements.
• Use advanced modeling techniques and hydraulic simulations to optimize system performance.

Project Execution and Coordination

• Coordinate deep services with MEP, civil, structural, and transportation teams.
• Coordinate approvals and compliance with municipal authorities, utility providers, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage design consultants and contractors within quality, budget, and schedule constraints.
• Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of deep services.

Compliance, Risk, and Quality

• Ensure designs comply with ASHRAE, NFPA, BS, IEEE, ISO, and local municipality guidelines.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to groundwater management, flooding, soil stability, and infrastructure conflicts.
• Conduct technical reviews, audits, and inspections to maintain infrastructure quality.
• Develop value-engineered solutions and ensure long-term durability of underground utilities.

Leadership and Stakeholders

• Lead design engineers, consultants, and contractors to support smooth execution of deep service designs.
• Represent the deep services scope in progress meetings, regulatory discussions, and strategic planning sessions.
• Act as the key liaison with government agencies, utility providers, and project stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 16 years of experience in deep services design and infrastructure development.
• Extensive experience with luxury hospitality, residential, and large-scale urban development projects.
• Strong knowledge of Civil 3D, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, StormCAD, ETAP, or similar design software.
• Experience with municipality regulations, permitting processes, and infrastructure authorities.