Design Manager – Highways

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Senior Design Manager at AtkinsRéalis leading design teams for multi-disciplinary offshore highway projects in the Middle East from India. Overseeing project delivery and mentoring engineers throughout the process.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead large design teams as Project Manager/Team Leader.
  • Provide technical solutions and oversee design delivery.
  • Manage budgets, resourcing, and ensure delivery within agreed timeframes.
  • Take ultimate responsibility for quality assurance and compliance with Atkins QSE standards.
  • Interpret briefs, produce design solutions, and communicate effectively across disciplines.
  • Undertake multi-disciplinary project management, including lead consultant duties.
  • Mentor and develop subordinates, managing workloads within a matrix structure.

Requirements:

  • Civil Engineering degree from a reputed institution.
  • Chartered or near-chartered status with an international professional body.
  • 12–15 years’ consultancy experience in the Middle East on large transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Proven track record in expressways and complex interchanges.
  • Proficiency in Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRoad, AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of regional and international highway design codes (KSA, UAE, AASHTO, DMRB).
  • Experience in offshore delivery models, client coordination, and stakeholder management.
  • Strong communication skills and evidence of successful project delivery.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (desirable).
  • Experience as technical lead or project manager on international projects (desirable).
  • Team mentoring and training experience (desirable).

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
  • Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Generous annual leave balance.
  • Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
  • Remote work opportunities outside of country.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.