Senior Wet Utilities Engineer

ROLE PURPOSE:

• To plan, design, monitor, review and approve the wet utilities work including potable water, storm drainage, sanitary water, industrial wastewater, process water, irrigation water and fire water networks.
• To design all the services structures such as storage tanks, outfalls, lift stations, storm channels, swales, and ponds.
• Create the hydraulic models required to design all the utility systems.
• Knowledge of Delivering CAD/ BIM work with minimal supervision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide complete technical support on the concept and detailed designs of various networks associated with water related projects which include potable water network, fire and irrigation water network, wastewater collection systems, storm drainage networks.
• Lead and oversee the design and planning of wet utility systems, including water distribution, sewer collection, stormwater management, and drainage networks. Develop comprehensive engineering designs, calculations, and specifications.
• Preparation of utility layouts for pressurized and gravity systems using BIM/CAD.
• Responsible for fully coordinated 3D modelling of utility systems using Autodesk Civil 3D and Autodesk Revit Knowledge of BIM standards and Revit Family Creations.
• Coordination of CAD and BIM model input to multi-disciplinary projects.
• Carry out clash analysis, resolution, and work on federated 3D models.
• Experience implementing and administrating common data environments: Bentley ProjectWise, MS Teams, SharePoint, BIM360
• Check 3D models/drawings, components and the interface between design and BIM software.
• Use Civil 3D to design plans and profiles of utilities, including using and creating pipe networks, editing and changing parts and styles, catch basin sizing/spacing and minimum cover, manhole sizing/spacing and minimum cover, hydrant spacing, and creating waterlines in profile with deflection and exaggeration, per jurisdictional requirements.
• Manage and coordinate wet utilities projects from conception to completion. Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets. Monitor project progress, ensure compliance with specifications and regulations, and resolve any technical issues that may arise.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards. Stay updated with the latest developments in wet utility engineering practices and regulations. Provide recommendations and implement best practices to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of wet utility designs and documentation. Implement quality control measures to maintain high standards of engineering excellence.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in wet utilities engineering. Implement innovative solutions and technologies to improve design efficiency, sustainability, and overall project performance.
• Significant experience in utilities planning and design activities throughout the master plan, concept, preliminary and final design stages inclusive of water, sanitary, irrigation, storm, and fire networks.
• Understanding regional utility design criteria and ability to effectively liaise with relevant statutory authorities and stakeholders at various stages of design to ensure compliance of the design with the prevalent regulations.
• Proven experience of design and tender process required including full comprehension of regional design codes, specifications, contractual terms and conditions along with assistance in preparation of bids.
• Significant proficiency in the design of gravity and pressure mains covering Potable water network, Sewage Network, irrigation/fire and storm water trunk mains and distribution systems including pump stations, Lift station and ideally treatment plants.
• Significant experience in creating the civil 3D coordinated modelling and clash detection report for all utilities underground and aboveground.
• Sound Knowledge of design software such as Autodesk Civil 3D, MX Roads software, traffic analysis software, Water CAD, Sewer CAD and Storm CAD is required and familiarity with sustainable design techniques will be an added advantage.
• Assists the department head to respond to RFP (Requests for Proposal) from the Clients as and when required.
• Prepares a detailed list of project deliverables and requirement of resources at Consultancy Services Proposal/Tender Stage and upon award of the projects.
• Responds to RFI (Requests for Information) from the contractors at construction tender stage.

JOB-SPECIFIC SKILLS:

• In-depth knowledge of wet utility engineering principles, standards, codes, and regulations.
• Extensive experience in wet utility system design, preferably in a senior or leadership role
• Advanced knowledge using design software’s and standards. (WATER CAD, HAMMER, SEWER CAD, and STORM CAD).
• Skilled in ESRI ArcGIS ArcMap workflows
• Create, edit, and label alignments, Civil 3D parcels, and corridors.
• Create, use, and edit Civil 3D labels.
• Create feature lines and surfaces.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, civil 3D and other specialized Techniques/Tools/Software related to Infrastructure Design
• Continuous learning mindset and commitment to professional development.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and manage a team.

GENERIC SKILLS:

• Communications & Presentation Skills.
• Quality Consciousness.
• Attention to Details.
• Creativity.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making.
• Results Orientation.
• Planning and organizing with time management.
• Relationship Management.

• Bachelor degree of Civil Engineering.

AFFILLIATIONS:

• SEC (Saudi engineering consulate) membership is preferred.

EXPERINCE:

• +9 years of experience in the same field.      

Design consultant background is preferred.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.