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Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
We are seeking an innovative and experienced Associate Director - Utilities to join our dynamic team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee our energy team within the utilities department, driving technical excellence and business growth while managing complex projects in the region.
Lead and manage the energy team, coordinating activities of engineers and technicians across power infrastructure, instrumentation, control, and extra low voltage design projects
Develop and implement strategic plans for the utilities department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market demands
Oversee technical delivery management, including resolving complex engineering issues and conducting peer reviews
Drive digital transformation initiatives within the discipline, embracing cutting-edge technologies and methodologies
Manage large-scale and complex utility projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards
Spearhead business development efforts, including preparing major bids and proposals
Collaborate with senior leadership to implement business change management initiatives
Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with UAE utility regulations and standards while promoting sustainable energy solutions
Represent the company as a technical expert in industry forums and client meetings
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Chartered Engineer or Professional Engineer (PE) certification
Minimum 17 years of experience, including 10 years in large international engineering consultancy and 5 years in a technical leadership role
Extensive knowledge of power infrastructure networks (HV/MV/LV), controls and instrumentation, and extra low voltage systems
Proven expertise in land development projects, master planning, and detailed design
Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering large-scale utility projects
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage high-performing teams
Excellent understanding of risk and value management principles
Advanced skills in technical quality reviews, report writing, and presentations
Proficiency in business development and client relationship management
In-depth knowledge of UAE utility regulations and standards
Experience with sustainable energy solutions and smart grid technologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
Additional Information
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About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10116243
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: On-Site
Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED ABU DHABI