Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future. We are a team of over 20,000 experts working across the world in more than 50 countries. We are proud to be part of an ever-changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance.

As an employee‑owned business, we invest in creating a space for everyone to feel safe and valued and empowered with the right tools and support. Whether you want to pursue excellence in your specialism or broaden your experience with flexible roles across our business, you’ll be connected to a community of global experts championing you to be your best. Join us and shape your story with Mott MacDonald, where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant. Main Purpose of the Job We are seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to lead and support the delivery of civil infrastructure and utility services for master‑planning and land development projects across the UAE.

Key responsibilities

and duties Lead the preparation of civil infrastructure designs and the production of technical specifications, including design reports and drawings. Guide and mentor junior team members to provide efficient and compliant deliverables with a high standard of quality. Prepare tender submissions, including proposal cost and time estimates. Liaise with municipalities and local authorities (including utility companies) in pursuit of approvals and general coordination.

Coordinate with other disciplines, including dry and wet utilities, road engineering, and transport planning teams. Prepare and supervise the production of design drawings and documentation such as feasibility reports, calculations, specifications, tenders, engineer’s estimates and site acceptance documents. Represent the company in technical meetings with clients, supervise the work of junior staff, and provide technical and professional guidance to assist their development. Candidate specifications Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of experience; progressing towards Professional Registration (CEng or similar) with membership in a professional institution.

Experience

with ProjectWise, Infraworks, Civil3D, hydraulic modelling, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, etc. Ability to manage a design and approval process interfacing with the project team, clients and stakeholders. Sound knowledge of local authority and standards, mainly DPM/UPC, ADDC, TRANSCO, DoE/ADWEA, ETISALAT, DU, RSB, ADM, DEWA, RTA, DM, etc. In‑depth understanding of Dubai and Abu Dhabi Authority Guidelines.

In‑depth understanding of relevant software packages. Strong infrastructure engineering background with previous experience on infrastructure projects. Existing relationships with key decision makers within local utility organisations. Technical knowledge of both wet and dry infrastructure utilities (including sewer, stormwater, potable water, irrigation, firefighting, district cooling, electrical, and telecommunications).

Understanding of contemporary infrastructure modelling software packages. Flexible working At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work‑life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

Benefits

package 90 calendar days paid maternity leave Competitive annual leave Annual professional institution subscription Annual company performance bonus scheme – subject to company performance #J-18808-Ljbffr