Summary
WSP is seeking a Technical Design Manager to support infrastructure and masterplanning projects in Abu Dhabi and the wider Middle East. The role leads multidisciplinary design teams and coordinates roads, utilities, drainage, structures, and public realm design from concept through construction support. Responsibilities include managing programmes, budgets and deliverables, working with clients and authorities, and leading risk, value engineering and constructability reviews. Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree, preferably be a Chartered Engineer or hold equivalent accreditation, and have 10–15 years of relevant experience.
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WSP is seeking an experienced Design Manager to join our Abu Dhabi team, supporting the delivery of large-scale infrastructure and masterplanning projects across Abu Dhabi and the wider Middle East region. This role will suit candidates with strong multidisciplinary coordination experience and a proven track record managing complex design packages for major urban, transport, and infrastructure developments.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage multidisciplinary design teams across infrastructure and masterplanning projects from concept through detailed design and construction support.
Coordinate design inputs across roads, utilities, drainage, structures, and public realm disciplines.
Act as the primary design interface with clients, authorities, and key stakeholders in Abu Dhabi and across the Middle East.
Manage design programmes, budgets, resources, and deliverables to ensure timely and high-quality project outcomes.
Ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi authority standards, codes, and approval processes (e.g., DMT, ADM, ITC, Estidama).
Lead design risk management, value engineering, and constructability reviews.
Support bid preparation, technical proposals, and client presentations.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to the development of WSP’s design management capability in the region.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation preferred.
Minimum 10–15 years’ experience in infrastructure and masterplanning design delivery.
Strong experience managing large-scale infrastructure masterplan projects in Abu Dhabi and across the Middle East.
Demonstrated experience working with UAE authorities and navigating local approval processes.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex, fast-paced consultancy environments.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
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