Design Manager

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Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise and working on projects that transform society for all of us.

The Design Manager for Marine and Infrastructure Projects, with expertise in environmental management, will assume a critical role in overseeing the design aspects of major developments within Abu Dhabi ports while ensuring strict adherence to environmental regulations and sustainability principles.

This position requires a comprehensive understanding of marine engineering, port infrastructure, project management, and environmental best practices.

The Design Manager will collaborate closely with various stakeholders to integrate environmental considerations into the design process and drive sustainable outcomes.

Your new role, what’s involved?

• Manage environmental consultancy contracts for local and international projects,
  including the review of deliverables from consultants
• Preparation of tender documents for consultancy services to carry out
  Environmental and Social Impact Assessments in accordance to IFC performance
  standards and local requirements.
• Carry out pre-qualification and technical evaluation of consultancies based on their relevant experience.
• May participate in discussions with vendors
• Provide support during the tender process to appoint a Contractor by making sure the construction environmental scope is covered in the contract as per the
  approved studies and authority requirements
• Report to internal and external auditors on compliance with the approved
  environmental permitting procedure and close out of any non-conformances
  raised.
• Manage the environmental and social workstream throughout the IFC due diligence process
• Review of technical and commercial proposals from contractors and consultants
  and support in negotiation.
• Carry out site inspections (when needed)
• Supporting the development of business cases by preparing environmental risks
  and opportunities matrices for different projects.
• Support wider functions across the Group on environmental initiatives

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree or professional certification in environmental management is preferred.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in design management, with a focus on marine and infrastructure projects, coupled with demonstrable experience in managing environmental programs.
• In-depth knowledge of marine engineering principles, port infrastructure systems, environmental regulations, and sustainability practices
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and inspire cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering environmentally sustainable projects while meeting project objectives, timelines, and budgetary constraints.
• Familiarity with local and international environmental regulations, standards, and best practices relevant to marine and infrastructure projects in the UAE, particularly in Abu Dhabi.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing competing priorities and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What’s in it for you?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Apply now and be the future of WSP!

WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.

Job Reference: WSPME04064ager