What Jobs are available for Construction Design in the United Arab Emirates?

Description
Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the world's most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online.
The successful candidate for this position will be a key part of the Engineering Team and will be responsible for project and construction management of industrial development including new builds, retrofits, expansion, and program initiatives from site selection through contract execution. Construction Managers are responsible for construction of new Fulfillment Centers (FCs), Sortation Centers(SCs), Delivery Stations ( DSs), and auxiliary buildings that support those facilities as well as renovations & tenant improvements at existing buildings.
Construction Managers will also handle the implementation of the facility network infrastructure; including The construction projects include new builds, retrofits, and expansions. Construction Managers are required to perform detailed deep dive reviews of job budgets and programs to identify and resolve any discrepancies, including information in contractor bid packages. Construction Managers will partner with internal customers and external stakeholders such as consultants and contractors to earn their trust and engage as a team to deliver the project in the most efficient manner. The Construction Manager will serve as Amazon's representative and direct point of interface with Developers and General Contractors, as well as the primary integrator between construction and other Amazon stakeholders responsible for equipping, furnishing, and operating our FCs. This opportunity combines construction engineering, planning, project management, facilities management, and contract management.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures?
The role will be based in Dubai, UAE with 40-60% of time traveling either domestically or to other AMET countries.
Key job responsibilities
- Responsible for project management over new construction of Fulfillment Centers throughout the AMET region as well as renovations and capacity improvements within existing facilities.
- Advise on the impact of changes in schedule, costs, and permitting.
- Support construction scope review and development with internal technical teams and operational customers to facilitate engineering and design efforts on new and remodel projects.
- Responsible to supervise multiple projects simultaneously, from relatively small renovations to large-sized ($20M+) new facilities.
- Work independently in the assigned regional area with minimal direction from leadership.
- Prepare reports, specifications, technical analysis to fully define the design requirements, equipment and services required on capacity expansion and remodel projects.
- Negotiate contracts and contract changes with developers and General Contractors, and present formal documentation for approval when required.
- Provide overall site management, coordination, planning, specification of business proposals, and coordination of subcontractors.
- Assess project performance through Key Performance Indicators for safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability.
- Partner with teams tasked with transition of base building management and oversight of all turnover documentation.
- Review of designs and ongoing construction for conformance to current building specifications.
- Provide critical review of current design standards to identify value engineering and design enhancement opportunities to be considered by internal engineering and schematic design partners.
- Receipt, review, and analysis of all proposed cost and time change requests as presented by external project teams.
- Review and guide internally requested changes for validity, impact, and ensure timely and cost sensitive incorporation once approved.
- Lead or assist in negotiations with appropriate regulatory bodies and Authority Having Jurisdiction entities as required.
- Positive, clear, concise, and transparent cross team communication for all aspects of project delivery.
A day in the life
Each day you will represent Amazon GES in ensuring the successful delivery of Amazon construction projects, while strategically improving its processes, H&S, and sustainability performance. You will be leading and mentoring large cross-functional teams as an expert resource to complete construction projects. You will be the Subject Matter Expert in your engineering field providing clear guidance in regards to technical solutions, their cost impact and risk imposed on the project's safety and delivery.
Daily tasks may comprise of site validation, due diligence, risk analysis, design management, contract and cost negotiations, stakeholder management.
Great communication skills to front line and executive level managers will be a must.
About the team
We are a diverse, upbeat, creative and passionate, team of designers, engineers, project and construction managers. We are owners of our scope and results oriented. We are empowered to adapt our timeline to our personal needs if needed for a better work/life balance.
D&C GES Values:
-SAFETY FIRST. We continuously seek improvement and innovation in Safety, raising the bar above industry norms and setting a new global standard.
-PEOPLE OBSESSION. We understand the value of listening, promote diversity, lead by example and work together to achieve more, while remembering to have fun.
-CHALLENGE THE NORM. We challenge each other and the industry to try new methods of working, and make a SAFER and more SUSTAINABLE environment. We are human, and not afraid to learn from our mistakes, and keep going!
-MAKE AN IMPACT. We leverage efficient time management to ensure capacity for HIGH QUALITY execution alongside INNOVATION and Thinking Big.
-TRUST. We build trust with our Customer, making ambitious but realistic commitments.
Participation during a previous new FC Launch at Amazon in any role would be desired
Basic Qualifications
2+ years of project supervision, real estate development, architecture/design experience
civil engineering Bachelor's degree
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, commerce, business administration or equivalent
Speak, write and read fluently in either of these preferred languages: French, Polish, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans, Zulu and Portuguese.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description
Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the world's most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online.
The successful candidate for this position will be a key part of the Engineering Team and will be responsible for project and construction management of industrial development including new builds, retrofits, expansion, and program initiatives from site selection through contract execution. Construction Managers are responsible for construction of new Fulfillment Centers (FCs), Sortation Centers(SCs), Delivery Stations ( DSs), and auxiliary buildings that support those facilities as well as renovations & tenant improvements at existing buildings.
Construction Managers will also handle the implementation of the facility network infrastructure; including The construction projects include new builds, retrofits, and expansions. Construction Managers are required to perform detailed deep dive reviews of job budgets and programs to identify and resolve any discrepancies, including information in contractor bid packages. Construction Managers will partner with internal customers and external stakeholders such as consultants and contractors to earn their trust and engage as a team to deliver the project in the most efficient manner. The Construction Manager will serve as Amazon's representative and direct point of interface with Developers and General Contractors, as well as the primary integrator between construction and other Amazon stakeholders responsible for equipping, furnishing, and operating our FCs. This opportunity combines construction engineering, planning, project management, facilities management, and contract management.
Would you like an opportunity to travel and work in multiple countries and cultures?
The role will be based in Dubai, UAE with 40-60% of time traveling either domestically or to other AMET countries.
Key job responsibilities
- Responsible for project management over new construction of Fulfillment Centers throughout the AMET region as well as renovations and capacity improvements within existing facilities.
- Advise on the impact of changes in schedule, costs, and permitting.
- Support construction scope review and development with internal technical teams and operational customers to facilitate engineering and design efforts on new and remodel projects.
- Responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, from relatively small renovations to large-sized ($100M+) new facilities.
- Work independently in the assigned regional area with minimal direction from leadership.
- Prepare reports, specifications, technical analysis to fully define the design requirements, equipment and services required on capacity expansion and remodel projects.
- Negotiate contracts and contract changes with developers and General Contractors, and present formal documentation for approval when required.
- Provide overall site management, coordination, planning, specification of business proposals, and coordination of subcontractors.
- Assess project performance through Key Performance Indicators for safety, quality, cost, schedule, and sustainability.
- Partner with teams tasked with transition of base building management and oversight of all turnover documentation.
- Review of designs and ongoing construction for conformance to current building specifications.
- Provide critical review of current design standards to identify value engineering and design enhancement opportunities to be considered by internal engineering and schematic design partners.
- Receipt, review, and analysis of all proposed cost and time change requests as presented by external project teams.
- Review and guide internally requested changes for validity, impact, and ensure timely and cost sensitive incorporation once approved.
- Lead or assist in negotiations with appropriate regulatory bodies and Authority Having Jurisdiction entities as required.
- Positive, clear, concise, and transparent cross team communication for all aspects of project delivery.
A day in the life
Each day you will represent Amazon GES in ensuring the successful delivery of Amazon construction projects, while strategically improving its processes, H&S, and sustainability performance. You will be leading and mentoring large cross-functional teams as an expert resource to complete construction projects. You will be the Subject Matter Expert in your engineering field providing clear guidance in regards to technical solutions, their cost impact and risk imposed on the project's safety and delivery.
Daily tasks may comprise of site validation, due diligence, risk analysis, design management, contract and cost negotiations, stakeholder management.
Great communication skills to front line and executive level managers will be a must.
About the team
We are a diverse, upbeat, creative and passionate, team of designers, engineers, project and construction managers. We are owners of our scope and results oriented. We are empowered to adapt our timeline to our personal needs if needed for a better work/life balance.
D&C GES Values:
-SAFETY FIRST. We continuously seek improvement and innovation in Safety, raising the bar above industry norms and setting a new global standard.
-PEOPLE OBSESSION. We understand the value of listening, promote diversity, lead by example and work together to achieve more, while remembering to have fun.
-CHALLENGE THE NORM. We challenge each other and the industry to try new methods of working, and make a SAFER and more SUSTAINABLE environment. We are human, and not afraid to learn from our mistakes, and keep going!
-MAKE AN IMPACT. We leverage efficient time management to ensure capacity for HIGH QUALITY execution alongside INNOVATION and Thinking Big.
-TRUST. We build trust with our Customer, making ambitious but realistic commitments.
Participation during a previous new FC Launch at Amazon in any role would be desired
Basic Qualifications
0 to 2 years of project supervision, real estate development, architecture/design experience
civil engineering Bachelor's degree
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering, commerce, business administration or equivalent
Speak, write and read fluently in either of these preferred languages: French, Polish, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans, Zulu and Portuguese.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Title:
Design Construction Engineer
Job Description
Job Title: Design Construction EngineerCompany: KBR-Abu DhabiProject: Water Transmission SchemeLocation: Abu DhabiExperience Required: 12+ years in EPC projects
Employment Type: Full-time, Contract
About Company
"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!
The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.
KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."
Kindly Note: We are currently in a stage bidding for a Water Transmission project and are optimistic about being awarded the contract. In preparation, we have initiated the process of reviewing, shortlisting, and interviewing potential candidates to ensure readiness. Upon confirmation of the project being awarded, we will begin mobilizing the selected candidates to commence project execution.
Job Purpose
This is a PMC role, and the Process Engineer will be responsible for the compliance and constructability review of designs and engineering submissions submitted by contractors for large-scale water transmission projects in Abu Dhabi. There will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPC`s appointed directly by the Client. This role involves strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.
Job Responsibilities
+ Validate constructability of design submissions and propose solutions for design challenges.
+ Liaise with DELIVERY CONTRACTORS and SUPERVISION CONSULTANTS to ensure seamless transition from design to construction.
+ Monitor construction activities to verify adherence to design specifications.
+ Participate in optimization and troubleshooting during construction and commissioning.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in related field.
+ 12+ years of experience in projects. At least 2 years in GCC region
Technical Skills
+ Analytical thinking
+ Teamwork
+ Attention to detail
+ Proficiency in process simulation tools like Aspen HYSYS.
Soft Skills
+ Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
+ Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

With more than 14,000 people around the globe, GHD is one of the world's leading professional services companies operating in water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Serving clients across five continents and the Pacific region, GHD people share a passion for exceeding client expectations and contributing to their success.

We are seeking a strategic leader with a passion for driving transformational change and delivering complex projects with precision. The role of Senior Project Manager involves leading high-impact initiatives across the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery and execution of consultancy services under contract with clients, including resource planning, KPIs, deliverables, and client relationship management.
• Act as the company representative during program execution, interfacing with management and client personnel.
• Monitor contractor performance against schedules and specifications.
• Negotiate scope changes with clients and subcontractors.
• Market and secure additional work with clients.
• Follow up on project instructions and commitments.
• Participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies and public meetings as needed.
• Establish and oversee project plans, health and safety, quality assurance, and related documents.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and plans, ensuring goals are met or exceeded.
• Address potential cost overruns or delays, and manage change orders.
• Report project progress, milestones, and issues to management.
• Lead project governance, portfolio, team management, risk management, and benefit realization efforts.
• Drive a culture of innovation and develop personal capabilities through ongoing education and professional development.
• Manage transformational change projects, stakeholder engagement, project scope, assurance, and enterprise business analysis.

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges with GHD, where everyone is supported every step of the way.

At GHD, we celebrate diversity and champion individual achievement. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fair and inclusive employment opportunities for all qualified candidates and employees, regardless of background or experience. We believe diversity drives innovation and welcome the unique perspectives each team member brings.

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