Civil Discipline Lead (Water Infrastructure)

Civil Discipline Lead (Water Infrastructure)

Description:

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

The role involves working on projects associated with wet infrastructure, i.e. wastewater, stormwater, potable water and recycled water systems, water and wastewater treatment system, and flood management and associated infrastructure such as pump stations.

This will involve undertaking field visits, investigations, data collection, planning, hydraulic modeling support, master planning, design development, report writing, preparation of tender documents, technical specifications and BOQs.

Key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited:

1.\tLead and manage technical delivery of the technical aspects of a project life cycle;

•\tProvide technical inputs into bids including developing technical content as required

•\tDevelop engineering manhours and manage engineering budgets

•\tManage and oversee project engineering activities

•\tManage engineering schedule and support project managers as required

•\tMulti-discipline project coordination and interface management

•\tEnsure Stantec QA / QC processes are strictly followed

•\tLead client interfaces related to technical aspects of projects

•\tSupport staff capability development

2.\tLeading preparation of concept, preliminary and detailed designs for wet infrastructure including;

•\tDesign briefs and Basis of Design technical notes

•\tDesign calculations

•\tDesign reports

•\tDesign drawings production

•\tSpecifications and bill of quantities

3.\tCollaboration and working as part of a team;

•\tWork in conjunction with peer to overcome project design challenges and share lessons learnt on projects

•\tLiaise with other discipline leads and/or teams working remotely from other regions to facilitate completion of project tasks

•\tMentor and support junior members of the team

•\tLiaise with and manage sub-consultants and sub-contractors delivery to facilitate completion of project tasks

4.\tFollow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner;

•\tComplete all work in line with Stantec’s Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec’s Quality Systems, Project Quality procedures and Health & Safety procedures.

•\tDesign for safety

5.\tClient Services and Stakeholders Management;

•\tOrganise and attend meetings with clients to collect data and discuss technical solutions and options

•\tAttend meetings with stakeholders and follow up on NOCs for utility corridors where required

Title:

Civil Discipline Lead (Water Infrastructure)

Qualifications:

Personal Specifications and Qualifications:

•\tBachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental Engineering (or related) from a recognised university

•\t15+ Years of experience in design of wet infrastructure projects

•\tDemonstrable experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams

•\tWorking knowledge of engineering software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, InfoWater, InfoSewer, WaterGems, SewerGems, InfoWorks ICM, InfoWorks WS, etc Client specific requirements

•\tProfessional accreditation (Chartership/PE or equivalent) from internationally recognised engineering institutions such as ICE, CIWEM, Engineer Australia, etc., or working towards it

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Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Civil Engineering

Preferred Specifications:

•\tAble to interface with clients and build and maintain positive relationships

•\tProactive and collaborative attitude

•\tCapable to analyse, assess, evaluate issues, complexities pertaining to projects/work packages and support the team in mitigating them in advance

•\tRigorous attention to detail, able to understand and adopt workflows and commitment to professional development

•\tFlexible attitude to accepting different work assignments and proactive attitude to project execution and delivery

•\tExperienced with wet infrastructure design standards in GCC Countries

•\tExperienced with local and international guidelines/standards/codes and technical specifications for the design of wet infrastructure

•\tAbility to work on bids to develop technical methodology and estimation of level of effort and identification of resources

•\tInternational working experience, e.g. GCC Region, Europe, North America (preferred)

•\tExcellent command in English both written and spoken

•\tArabic language skills (preferred)

•\tAbility to manage a heavy workload, with close attention to detail

•\tAbility to make decisions independently and strong problem resolutions skills

•\tStrong team working capabilities, committed to working with all levels of management on a daily and ongoing basis

•\tProactive, working effectively in coordinating activities and complex tasks, taking professional responsibility and ownership

•\tPunctual, attentive and competent in adhering to Stantec’s policies, procedures and work practices

About Stantec:

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

Location:

United Arab Emirates-Dubai

Country:

United Arab Emirates

State/Province:

UAE

City:

Dubai