Transportation Services Director

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

:Transportation Delivery DirectorParsons is looking for an accomplished and commercially driven Transportation Delivery Director to join our team! In this critical role, you will oversee the technical aspects of large-scale transportation projects, from conceptualization to completion. The position requires an individual with extensive experience and success in managing large teams, complex engineering operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and sustainability across a wide portfolio of projects.As the Director for transportation engineering, you will navigate technical complexities, ensuring that all aspects of the projects meet the highest standards. You will lead a large team in the design, development, and execution of Transport, Roads, Highways, Intelligent Transport Systems and Transport Planning projects critical to mobility in Dubai. The role also requires advancing the latest technologies and techniques in transport and highway engineering while staying current with emerging trends, materials, and methods.What You'll Be Doing:Lead a team of engineers, architects, project managers, and directors to develop project designs, specifications, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.Oversee the entire design process, manage engineering teams, and coordinate with local officials to ensure compliance with zoning, land-use, and other regulatory requirements.Lead technical consultations, providing expert guidance to the team on best practices, emerging technologies, and cost-effective solutions for project success.Review and approve discipline staffing budget estimates and assignment schedules for each project, ensuring proper resource allocation.Monitor and ensure the quality, progress, and productivity of the discipline on each project, addressing staffing, quality, and schedule issues.Establish and improve standards and procedures for the discipline, recommending enhancements to departmental processes to ensure high performance.Manage discipline-related budgets and ensure performance within overhead allocations.Serve as the primary technical consultant in pre-contract negotiations and business development efforts, helping win new projects.Lead and motivate assigned personnel, promoting engagement, career development, and participation in the company's Quality Program.Act as the key interface with the client on all technical matters, including staffing, deliverables, and technical excellence.What Required Skills You'll Bring:Bachelorxe2x80x99s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline from a reputable institution.Minimum of 20 years of experience in engineering and transportation design projects.Proven ability to successfully manage, grow and develop large teams of engineers, designers, and technical professionals across complex technical challenges.Strong knowledge of local UAE regulations, engineering standards and industry best practices.Thorough understanding of current technologies and the capabilities of engineering and design management software.Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects, with programs typically exceeding $250M in total installed costs.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly outline project visions and influence clients, senior management, and inspire project teams.What Desired Skills You'll Bring:Masterxe2x80x99s degree in engineering.Experience of working in the UAE.Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or similar, with active membership in a professional engineering society.Experience in estimating time and cost for technical deliverables, proposals, and project completion estimates.Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Not Applicable/NoneParsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

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  • Job Id
    JD1786134
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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