Job Description

Overview:

The Utilities Design Review Engineer is responsible for reviewing and approving utility systems designs (water, sewage, drainage, power, telecommunications, and gas) for large-scale infrastructure projects. This role ensures that all designs meet project specifications, local regulations, and international standards while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cost-effective and efficient utility solutions.

Responsibilities:

Utilities Design Review and Approval:

Review and approve utility designs, including water, sewage, drainage, power, telecommunications, and gas networks, ensuring compliance with project specifications, local regulations, and international standards.

Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and meet both short-term construction needs and long-term operational efficiency.

Provide detailed feedback to design consultants, ensuring utility systems are seamlessly integrated with other project components.

Coordination with Other Disciplines:

Collaborate with civil, structural, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure utility designs are fully aligned with the broader project plans.

Facilitate integration between utility systems and other infrastructure components, ensuring smooth execution without design conflicts.

Communicate regularly with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to address and resolve design-related issues.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

Ensure all utility designs adhere to local building codes, safety regulations, and international best practices.

Conduct quality assurance reviews to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions to maintain high standards.

Oversee the implementation of design changes during construction to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements.

Technical Problem Solving:

Address and resolve technical challenges related to utility systems during the design and construction phases, providing timely and cost-effective solutions.

Serve as the project's technical expert on utilities, offering guidance and advice to the design and construction teams.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate records of utility design reviews, including approvals, design revisions, and quality control documentation.

Prepare reports summarizing key decisions, review activities, and any necessary follow-up actions.

Client and Stakeholder Communication:

Act as the primary contact for utility design matters, providing updates to clients and addressing their concerns.

Participate in stakeholder meetings and project reviews to discuss utility design progress and ensure alignment with project goals.

Competency Requirements:

Extensive experience in the design and review of utility systems, including water, sewage, drainage, and power, for large-scale infrastructure projects.

Strong understanding of local utility regulations and international standards, with demonstrated expertise in utility integration within complex infrastructure projects.

Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage the coordination of utility designs across multiple project components.

Proficiency in engineering and project management software tools, with a structured approach to managing design reviews.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

BSc Holders: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Utilities Engineering from a recognized Western-accredited university, with over 15 years of relevant experience.

MSc Holders: Master's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Utilities Engineering from a recognized Western-accredited university, with over 12 years of relevant experience.

Professional Membership:

Chartered membership in a recognized institution (e.g., ICE, IMechE, CIBSE, or equivalent).

Experience:

Minimum of 12-15 years of experience in utility design review, with at least 5 years in a senior engineering role. Experience in the Middle East is preferred.

Language Skills:

Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Other Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and project teams.

Excellent problem-solving abilities, ensuring utility designs meet both regulatory requirements and project-specific goals.

Commitment to quality assurance, safety, and regulatory compliance in all utility design activities.

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Requirements:

Sustainability Focus: Experience in designing utilities that comply with sustainability goals, such as water conservation, energy efficiency, and green infrastructure integration. Advanced Software Skills: Proficiency in specialized utility design software (e.g., EPANET, AutoCAD, or similar) for detailed design reviews and technical problem-solving.