Utilities Practice Lead

5 days ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Parsons Full time

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced and dynamic professional to join us as the Utilities Practice Lead . This senior role involves overseeing and driving the performance of the Dry and wet utilities design teams while ensuring the successful delivery of multi-disciplinary projects across AD Sector. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in growing this sector while achieving recognized strategic and financial targets.

Your new role, what's involved?

Team Management:

  • Lead and manage the Utilities Team, including power, communication, security and monitoring, water, drainage, sewage, irrigation, gas, and chilled water service lines.
  • Monitor the Utilities Teams and work on team development from performance and technical growth perspectives.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative working environment to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
  • Manage all utilities services requirements across Parsons AD Portfolio and report to the sector infrastructure director.

Leadership and Strategy:

  • Provide strategic leadership, fostering innovation and excellence in project delivery.
  • Contribute to the successful execution of multi-disciplinary projects by collaborating with other department heads and stakeholders.
  • Grow the service lines through market intelligence and client relationships.

Client Relationship Management:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients to maintain organic growth.
  • Establish new service lines or growth in new areas for the business with a client-centric mindset.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for key client accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.

Operational Excellence:

  • Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices while managing team capabilities.
  • Strong understanding of the sector's win-work strategies and project delivery.
  • Oversee the design and development of utilities infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, and electricity.
  • Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams of engineers, designers, and contractors throughout project lifecycles.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
  • Conduct technical reviews of design documents, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to address project requirements and obtain necessary approvals.
  • Implement innovative design solutions and technologies to optimize utilities infrastructure performance and sustainability.
  • Control discipline progress and report to the Infrastructure Director.
  • Identify and report any changes (variations).
  • Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for complex infrastructure projects.
  • Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
  • Monitor project progress and resource allocation; initiate changes as required.
  • Work with discipline engineers and project principal to resolve design issues.
  • Lead design workshops and presentations to key clients for all utility disciplines.
  • Ensure proper controls are in place for all disciplines (i.e., QA/QC, contract compliance).
  • Support in the development of our Middle East Business through active engagement with clients and input into tendering.
  • Contribute to BIM implementation and design automation in the AD Office.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

  • Master's degree in civil engineering, water engineering, infrastructure, or a related discipline; a master's degree is a must.
  • Minimum of 20 years of experience in water and power services, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Proven expertise in managing large, diverse teams and delivering complex engineering projects.
  • Excellent client management skills with a track record of developing and sustaining client relationships.
  • Familiarity with regional regulatory frameworks and industry standards in Abu Dhabi.
  • Exceptional strategic leadership and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to inspire, mentor, and lead diverse, multidisciplinary teams; exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

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