Infrastructure Services Director

Job Description

Infrastructure Services Director

Dubai, UAE

Parsons is looking for an accomplished and commercially driven Infrastructure Services Director to join our team! In this critical role, you will oversee the technical aspects of large-scale land development projects, from conceptualization to completion. The position requires an individual with extensive experience in managing complex engineering operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and sustainability.

Scope

As the Technical Director for land development engineering infrastructure, you will navigate technical complexities, ensuring that all aspects of the project meet the highest standards. You will manage the design, development, and execution of infrastructure projects critical to land development. The role also requires advancing the latest technologies and techniques in infrastructure and utilities engineering while staying current with emerging trends, materials, and methods. A key objective is to ensure the most cost-effective, efficient, and sustainable practices are applied to all projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Collaborate with 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

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline from a reputable institution.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in engineering or land development design projects.
• Proven ability to manage large groups of engineers, designers, and technical personnel across complex technical challenges.
• Strong knowledge of local regulations, building codes, 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 interact effectively with clients, senior management, and project teams.
  
  
  

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Master’s degree in engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration with active membership in a professional engineering society.
• Experience in estimating time and cost for technical deliverables, proposals, and project completion estimates.
• Demonstrated experience with conflict resolution, team management, and escalation management, ensuring effective people management and project success.
  
  
  

Minimum Clearance Required To Start

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.