Wet Utilities Lead

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The Wet Utilities Lead at Egis Group in Dubai is a full-time onsite role overseeing the design and technical development of water, wastewater, stormwater and irrigation networks, with responsibility for hydraulic modeling, Civil 3D AutoCAD drawings and BOQs, plus planning, tendering and construction supervision across multidisciplinary teams. You will liaise with authorities to ensure compliance with local standards and to obtain permits, review contractor submissions and manage risk throughout the project lifecycle. To apply, tailor your CV to demonstrate extensive water network design experience, proficiency in WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS and EPANET, and a proven track record on large-scale developments, ideally with UAE familiarity. Include concrete project examples and a concise cover note that highlights collaboration, delivery and quality control.

Company Description

Egis is a global organisation with over 20,000 employees worldwide. With our Head Office based in Paris, we offer global career opportunities, as well as offer rewarding careers for our people locally. Drawing on our deep pool of expertise, we create innovative solutions with our clients worldwide.

Egis is an organisation with a capacity to make meaningful industry and community change in the space of place making, sustainability and creating connected cities. Different to other engineering firms, Egis offers true end to end capability across the entire design to operation lifecycle, offering advisory, architecture, engineering, design, asset management and operations services.  

Job Description

Design & Engineering

• Lead the design and technical development of water, wastewater, stormwater, and irrigation networks.
• Perform detailed hydraulic modeling for gravity systems and pressurized networks.
• Prepare high‑quality engineering drawings, design reports, and BOQs using Civil 3D/AutoCAD.

Project Delivery

• Oversee planning, tendering, and construction supervision activities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless project integration.
• Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, method statements, and material approvals.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Management

• Liaise with government authorities, utility providers, consultants, and developers.
• Ensure compliance with local standards, international best practices, and project specifications.
• Support obtaining NOCs, approvals, and permits.

Quality & Risk Management

• Conduct site assessments, technical evaluations, and design reviews.
• Identify risks, propose mitigation measures, and ensure design integrity throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field 
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of water-related infrastructure networks.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and leading hydraulic modeling software (e.g., WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, EPANET).
• Strong understanding of regional authority regulations and infrastructure standards.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Experience working on large-scale development or master planning projects is an advantage.

Additional Information

• Opportunity to work on landmark infrastructure projects in Dubai.
• Collaborative, multicultural, and professional working environment.
• Strong career development and growth opportunities within a global consultancy.