Highways and Bridges Manager

3 weeks ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates AECOM Full time
Roles and responsibilities
  • Assist senior engineers inpreparing scope of works documents and project designcriteria.
  • Apply Quality Assurance/QualityControl (QA/QC) procedures to ensure sound and coordinated designacross disciplines.
  • Gain experience in roaddesign, including plans, profiles, typical sections, crosssections, and signage.
  • Utilize PowerPoint tocreate presentations and progressreports.
  • Demonstrate strong communication andtechnical report writing skills.
  • Developproficiency in road designsoftware.
  • Familiarity with engineeringstandards, codes of practice, and local authority guidelines isadvantageous.

What We're LookingFor: We are seeking a motivated graduatewho:

  • Is passionate about road designand engineering.
  • Possesses strong communicationand teamwork skills.
  • Is proficient in designsoftware or willing to learn.
  • Has a keenattention to detail and a desire to deliver high-qualitywork.
  • Have previous consultancy road designinternship experience is a plus.

Apply now to kickstart your career in highwaysengineering

Qualifications

MinimumRequirements

  • Bachelor's orMaster's Degree in Civil Engineering with courses takenin Roads/Highways related subjectsfrom an accredited University
  • Candidates mustbe recent graduates, having graduated within the last 24 months orno later than September 2024, to be eligible for AECOM'sGraduate Program.
  • Successful applicants musthave achieved a minimum GPA of 2.7 or 2:1 (or equivalent) andabove.
  • If you hold a Master's Degree,it should have started within 12 months of completing yourBachelor's Degree to ensure continuous education and meetprogram requirements.
  • Candidates with more than1 year of postgraduate work experience are not eligible for theprogram and are encouraged to apply for our professional-levelroles instead.
Desired candidate profile

1. Road Design andPlanning

  • Assistingin Road Design: Supporting senior engineers in thedesign of new highways, roads, intersections, and othertransportation infrastructure. This may include designing roadalignments, cross-sections, pavement structures, drainage systems,and signage.
  • Using CADSoftware: Utilizing software tools likeAutoCAD, Civil3D, or MX Road tocreate road designs and layouts. These tools are used to draft andmodel road alignments, cross-sections, andgrading.
  • Road SafetyAudits: Assisting in the analysis and identificationof potential hazards in road designs. Ensuring that the designcomplies with safety standards andregulations.
  • Traffic Analysis andModeling: Helping conduct traffic flow analysis,junction modeling, and capacity assessments to ensure the roadsystem can handle expected traffic volumesefficiently.

2. ProjectSupport andCoordination

  • SupportingProject Managers: Assisting in the coordination ofhighway engineering projects, including preparation of schedules,cost estimates, and resourceallocation.
  • SiteVisits: Participating in site visits to monitorconstruction progress, assess conditions, and support qualitycontrol andassurance.
  • Collaboration withContractors: Communicating with contractors,subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure the effective execution ofhighway projects according to the designspecifications.
  • Documentation andReporting: Preparing reports and documentationrelated to design calculations, progress updates, safetyinspections, and compliancechecks.

3. Structuraland GeotechnicalSupport

  • GeotechnicalAssessments: Assisting in the analysis of soilconditions and geological factors that impact road design andconstruction, such as slope stability anddrainage.
  • PavementDesign: Supporting the design of pavement structuresbased on traffic loads, soil types, and climate conditions toensure durability andlongevity.
  • Bridge Design andInspection: In some cases, supporting the design ofbridges or culverts that are part of the highway system, orassisting with bridge inspections to assess structuralintegrity.

4.Environmental and RegulatoryCompliance

  • EnvironmentalImpact Assessments (EIAs): Assisting withenvironmental assessments to understand and mitigate theenvironmental impact of highway projects. This could involvehelping with noise studies, pollution control, and working toprotect localecosystems.
  • Adhering to LocalRegulations: Ensuring designs and plans comply withlocal, regional, and national regulations, including safetystandards, traffic management regulations, and environmentalguidelines.
  • Health and SafetyStandards: Helping ensure that highway constructionprojects comply with health and safety regulations, including sitesafety audits and riskassessments.

5. TrafficManagement and RoadMaintenance

  • TrafficManagement Plans: Assisting in the development oftraffic management strategies during construction to minimizedisruption, such as detours, road closures, and the use of trafficsignals.
  • MaintenancePlanning: Helping to create maintenance plans forroads and highways, ensuring they are durable and cost-effectiveover their lifespan. This may include identifying repair needs andconducting conditionassessments.

6.Research andDevelopment

  • Innovationin Materials and Techniques: Researching andrecommending the use of innovative materials, technologies, andconstruction methods that improve road durability, sustainability,or reduce costs.
  • Data Analysisand Performance Monitoring: Assisting in analyzingroad performance data, such as traffic counts, accident rates, andmaintenance costs, to improve road design andmanagement.

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