About SYSTRA The global leader in public transport infrastructure, SYSTRA has specialised in the mass transit and rail market since 1957. The main shareholders of SYSTRA are SNCF and RATP. Its ambition is to serve emerging needs for collective and sustainable mobility throughout the world. With a presence in 80 countries, SYSTRA manages over 3,000 projects for high-speed systems, traditional rail lines, metros and tramways throughout the world. Understand better who we are by visiting www.systra.com.
Context
We are currently seeking a Design Manager who will provide expert design management skills to support the ongoing activities of a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy. This role is responsible for the review of key projects being delivered, development of concept designs in conjunction with the team as required.
Main duties
Provide management and governance of the design team to achieve reliable project performance in terms of design solutions, timeliness and quality
Source, build and maintain strong and effective client, stakeholders and internal team relationships
Provide support to senior management team, engineering managers, leads and employees on the project to ensure project team technical and staff cohesion, optimal performance, resourcing, retention and professional development
Degrees
Bachelor degree in Civil engineering
Other degrees
Technical skills
At least 15+ years’ relevant professional experience
Well established profile within the industry and actively involved in industry associations
Certification as a registered professional engineer (PE) will be an advantage
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Infraworks
Current or previous experience in KSA preferred
Personal qualities
High level consulting and client management skills
Ability to interpret and communicate information of a complex nature