Senior Specialist - Civil Engineering

Role Overview

Senior Specialist - Civil Engineering at AD Ports Group. This role supports project delivery teams in the development of civil engineering solutions for projects within the ports & maritime engineering programmes.

Role Purpose

Provide civil engineering expertise and solutions that are safe, sustainable, cost-effective, fit for purpose, commercially satisfying and innovative, ensuring alignment with the Group's governance and strategic goals while supporting ports and maritime project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development & Engineering Solutions

• Collaborate to develop ports & maritime project plans including structural analysis, scope, budget and timeline.
• Develop the technical requirements for ports & maritime engineering studies, construction and performance specifications, design standards and other technical documents as required.
• Provide civil engineering solutions that are safe and sustainable, cost effective, fit for purpose, commercially satisfying and innovative.

Site Assessment & Feasibility

• Lead site visits to assess site conditions and add input in the feasibility studies.
• Lead data analysis, understand customer's needs and develop initial preconceptual engineering schemes for potential future projects.

Regulatory & Authority Liaison

• Liaise with external authorities to grant approvals to construction projects while aligning with regulations.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare technical reports on project drawings, specification, progress, challenges and resolutions.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain a positive and collaborative relationship between project teams, supply chain and other stakeholders for the betterment of the AD Ports Group.

Standards & Continuous Improvement

• Identify future trends in the field of civil engineering and propose improvements and enhancements to existing specifications, standards, methods, and solutions.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of departmental standards and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in civil engineering especially within an industrial environment.
• Preferably worked in both construction and consultancy organisations.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in using relevant design software and engineering tools.
• Knowledge of construction regulations and industry best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to identify and address complex challenges and opportunities and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent English.
• Arabic is an added advantage.