Senior Manager Engineering

Senior Manager Engineering

The Senior Manager Engineering is responsible for leading and managing the design of airport engineering systems, building services and infrastructure utilities across airport development and expansion projects. The role ensures engineering solutions are compliant, operationally efficient, sustainable, constructible and aligned with airport master planning requirements, stakeholder expectations and applicable local and international regulations.

• Engineering Design and Technical Leadership
  • Lead the design and engineering of airport systems including MEP, Life safety, ELV, Utilities, BHS, PBB, PCA, GPU, AGL, scanners and other specialized airport systems.
  • Ensure compliance with international and local standards, codes and regulations.
  • Integrate sustainability principles and support certifications such as LEED and Estidama.
  • Develop scopes of work, design briefs, BOQs, DBRs, GFC packages and technical specifications.
  • Coordinate engineering disciplines: HVAC, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Electrical, ELV, Lighting, Drainage, Architecture, Civil and Structural engineering.
  • Oversee design development from concept through detailed design, construction support and handover.
  • Review and approve engineering submissions, calculations, specifications and reports.
  • Identify, manage and elevate engineering risks, design conflicts and non‑compliance issues.
  • Maintain design integrity and intent throughout all project phases.
• Project Delivery and Stakeholder Management
  • Collaborate with Contracts, Procurement, Project Controls, Finance and project teams to ensure successful delivery.
  • Prepare management reports covering project budgets, schedules, claims, disputes, safety performance and progress.
  • Ensure compliance with contract requirements, specifications, drawings and BOQs.
  • Provide technical guidance and managerial support to project teams.
  • Administer and support change control processes.
  • Resolve complex design interfaces and coordination issues.
  • Present dashboard reports to senior management on project status, risks and mitigation measures.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to resolve design‑related issues.
  • Drive continuous improvement and process optimisation within the design function.
• Consultant and Quality Management
  • Manage engineering consultants to ensure delivery within scope, budget, schedule and quality expectations.
  • Monitor consultant performance through reviews, inspections, audits and quality assurance processes.
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures, Design Management Plans and project requirements.
  • Lead corrective actions related to engineering quality, compliance and coordination issues.
  • Promote value engineering, constructability and lifecycle cost optimisation.
• System Integration and Sustainability
  • Ensure system integration with existing airport infrastructure to reduce spare parts inventory, lower OPEX, maintain warranties and standardise assets.
  • Promote renewable energy, water reuse, energy‑efficient systems and low‑carbon solutions.
  • Identify and adopt emerging technologies and engineering best practices to improve project outcomes.
• Health, Safety and Risk Management
  • Support risk assessment reviews in collaboration with HSE teams.
  • Promote safe work practices and encourage reporting of incidents, near misses and environmental concerns.
  • Monitor compliance with HSE procedures and coordinate corrective actions with stakeholders.
  • Ensure designs comply with health, safety and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor's Degree (full-time) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing Engineering or an equivalent accredited qualification.
• Certification in Project Management processes and software.
• Strong knowledge of national and international engineering codes and standards.

• Minimum 8+ years of Airport/Aviation industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a managerial role leading engineering and design activities.
• Minimum 8+ years in client‑side or engineering consultancy roles involving airport infrastructure, utilities and building services design and supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience on UAE/GCC airport projects (greenfield and/or…