Job Description

Design Manager - Roads Infrastructure - AECOM - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Design Manager - Roads Infrastructure is responsible for leading and managing the design development of major RTA infrastructure projects in Dubai, ensuring full compliance with local authority standards, technical excellence, and timely approvals across all project stages.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: 25000-35000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design development of RTA infrastructure projects including roads, interchanges, utilities, drainage, and associated works in line with RTA standards
• Review, coordinate, and approve design deliverables across concept, preliminary, detailed, and IFC stages
• Ensure compliance with RTA manuals, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, Etisalat, Du, and relevant international standards
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design inputs including highways, traffic, structures, drainage, utilities, lighting, ITS, and landscaping
• Review design calculations, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and cost estimates for technical accuracy
• Manage design interfaces to avoid clashes between roadworks, utilities, structures, and existing infrastructure
• Review and close RTA design comments within agreed timelines
• Liaise with RTA Engineering, Traffic, and Safety departments throughout design approvals
• Ensure compliance with road safety audits, traffic staging, and temporary traffic management requirements
• Support authority submissions, NOCs, and permits related to RTA projects
• Participate in coordination meetings, technical workshops, and value engineering sessions
• Identify design risks and propose cost-effective and constructible solutions
• Provide technical support during tender stage including responses to queries and clarifications
• Support construction teams by reviewing RFIs, design changes, and technical queries
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality, schedule, and approval targets are met
• Maintain document control in line with the Design Management Plan and QA/QC procedures
• Support preparation of as-built drawings and design closeout documentation

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of UAE experience in infrastructure and RTA projects
• Strong knowledge of UAE local authority procedures, standards, and regulations
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary infrastructure design teams
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure projects in Dubai
• Exposure to complex, high-value transportation and urban development programs
• Professional growth within a global engineering and consulting environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive employee benefits

About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors. With strong local expertise and global capabilities, AECOM supports public and private sector clients throughout the full project lifecycle, shaping resilient cities and infrastructure across the region.
Job Title Design Manager - Roads Infrastructure - AECOM - Dubai, UAE
Design Manager - Roads Infrastructure - AECOM - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Design Manager - Roads Infrastructure is responsible for leading and managing the design development of major RTA infrastructure projects in Dubai, ensuring full compliance with local authority standards, technical excellence, and timely approvals across all project stages.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: 25000-35000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design development of RTA infrastructure projects including roads, interchanges, utilities, drainage, and associated works in line with RTA standards
• Review, coordinate, and approve design deliverables across concept, preliminary, detailed, and IFC stages
• Ensure compliance with RTA manuals, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, Etisalat, Du, and relevant international standards
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design inputs including highways, traffic, structures, drainage, utilities, lighting, ITS, and landscaping
• Review design calculations, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and cost estimates for technical accuracy
• Manage design interfaces to avoid clashes between roadworks, utilities, structures, and existing infrastructure
• Review and close RTA design comments within agreed timelines
• Liaise with RTA Engineering, Traffic, and Safety departments throughout design approvals
• Ensure compliance with road safety audits, traffic staging, and temporary traffic management requirements
• Support authority submissions, NOCs, and permits related to RTA projects
• Participate in coordination meetings, technical workshops, and value engineering sessions
• Identify design risks and propose cost-effective and constructible solutions
• Provide technical support during tender stage including responses to queries and clarifications
• Support construction teams by reviewing RFIs, design changes, and technical queries
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality, schedule, and approval targets are met
• Maintain document control in line with the Design Management Plan and QA/QC procedures
• Support preparation of as-built drawings and design closeout documentation

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of UAE experience in infrastructure and RTA projects
• Strong knowledge of UAE local authority procedures, standards, and regulations
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary infrastructure design teams
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure projects in Dubai
• Exposure to complex, high-value transportation and urban development programs
• Professional growth within a global engineering and consulting environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive employee benefits

About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors. With strong local expertise and global capabilities, AECOM supports public and private sector clients throughout the full project lifecycle, shaping resilient cities and infrastructure across the region.
Post Details
Job Start Date
Salary from 25000.00
Salary to 35000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
Desired Candidate's Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
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