95 Principal jobs in the United Arab Emirates

International Community Schools Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal who will play a pivotal role in driving the school’s vision, fostering a culture of educational excellence, and supporting the holistic development of students. The Principal will lead a diverse team of educators and administrative staff, ensuring the delivery of an innovative and rigorous curriculum that meets both local and international standards. The role requires a dynamic leader who is capable of managing the operational aspects of the school while nurturing a positive learning environment for students and staff alike.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and implement the school’s strategic plans, aligning educational goals with the broader mission and vision of International Community Schools.Foster a forward-thinking educational environment that embraces innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement.Lead the school’s leadership team in setting priorities, monitoring progress, and achieving short- and long-term objectives.

Academic Leadership:

Oversee curriculum design, development, and implementation to ensure it meets international and national education standards.Implement data-driven strategies to monitor student performance and progression, ensuring measurable academic success and growth.Collaborate with teaching staff to develop innovative teaching methodologies that promote active learning, critical thinking, and creativity.Support the development and integration of extracurricular activities, student enrichment programs, and interdisciplinary projects.

Faculty & Staff Management:

Recruit, train, and retain high-quality faculty and administrative staff.Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff, offering constructive feedback and professional development opportunities.Promote an inclusive and collaborative workplace culture that values diversity and continuous learning.Oversee staff schedules, workload distribution, and ensure effective staff-to-student ratios.

Student Well-being & Development:

Ensure a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.Implement and support systems to address students' emotional, social, and behavioral needs.Promote and uphold student behavior policies that foster mutual respect, responsibility, and community values.Actively engage with students, promoting leadership, ethical behavior, and a commitment to service.

Community Engagement & Parental Relations:

Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and community members, maintaining positive and open communication channels.Foster partnerships with parents and guardians to ensure the collective responsibility of student development and success.Promote the school’s reputation within the local and international communities through effective communication, community outreach, and representation at events.

School Operations & Resource Management:

Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring the school runs smoothly, efficiently, and complies with legal and regulatory standards.Develop and manage the school’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability while prioritizing educational resources.Ensure the maintenance and improvement of school facilities, safety protocols, and technological infrastructure.Collaborate with the school board and Director of Education on major policy decisions and strategic planning.

Compliance & Accreditation:

Ensure the school complies with local educational laws, regulatory requirements, and international accreditation standards.Lead the accreditation processes, ensuring continuous adherence to high educational standards.Regularly review and update school policies, ensuring alignment with best practices and changing educational needs.Requirements

Qualifications:

Education : A Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field (required). Experience : Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive leadership experience in a school environment, with at least 3 years as a Principal or Vice-Principal. International Experience : Experience in an international school or a multicultural educational setting is highly preferred. Knowledge : Strong understanding of local UAE educational laws and international curriculum standards (e.g., IB, British, American).Benefits As per UAE Labour Law 

Overview

Job Title: Vice Principal

Location: Dubai, UAE

Salary: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including professional development opportunities, supportive work environment with recognition and career growth prospects.

Start Date: ASAP, Jan 26

About the School

Join a truly exceptional educational institution established by Royal Decree, committed to providing world-class education in Dubai. This unique school inspires future leaders of the UAE and beyond through an innovative curriculum that seamlessly blends the rich tapestry of Emirati culture with cutting-edge educational practices. The school operates as a through school (Early Years to Post-16) with a vision to nurture futurists and visionaries who contribute globally as courageous and empathetic leaders. The educational philosophy centres on five core principles:

• Culture: Developing passionate and proud UAE leaders
• Wellness: Fostering kind, healthy and empathetic leaders
• Play: Encouraging curious, inquisitive and courageous leaders
• Innovation: Cultivating inventive, enterprising and creative leaders
• Community: Building ethically informed, responsible global leaders

The school’s pioneering “People Policies” create an exceptionally supportive workplace environment, aligned with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s vision of “a future that belongs to those that can imagine it.”

Snapshot of Information

About Dubai

• Dubai stands as one of the world’s most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities, offering an unparalleled quality of life for international educators.
• Known for its blend of traditional Arabic culture and ultra-modern lifestyle, Dubai provides:

• A tax-free environment with excellent career prospects
• World-class infrastructure and healthcare systems
• Rich cultural diversity with over 200 nationalities
• Year-round sunshine and stunning beaches
• Exceptional dining, shopping, and entertainment options
• Strategic location connecting East and West
• Strong commitment to educational excellence and innovation

Required Qualifications

• Experience as a Vice Principal, Deputy Head or similar senior leadership role with secondary experience
• Bilingual in Arabic and English
• KHDA (Knowledge and Human Development Authority) experience
• Appropriate degree with UK PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification
• NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship), Masters in Education and Leadership preferred
• Experience working in a through school, including EYFS and lower primary
• Minimum of 8 years of outstanding practice in education
• Minimum of 5 years experience in senior leadership
• Valid police checks, attested qualifications and supportive references

Essential Skills

• Leadership Excellence: Proven ability to inspire academic excellence and strategic leadership
• Leadership Excellence: Strong track record in building exceptional teams focused on innovative pedagogy
• Leadership Excellence: Experience in data-driven decision making to support holistic student and staff performance
• Leadership Excellence: Expertise in quality assurance processes and school improvement planning
• Educational Innovation: Evidence of being an innovative and exceptional teaching practitioner
• Educational Innovation: High level of competence in technology and data application to enhance learning
• Educational Innovation: Experience in curriculum development with highly aspirational goals
• Educational Innovation: Knowledge of personalised provision for diverse learners including Additional Learning Needs

Personal Qualities

• Kind and compassionate nature with excellent sense of humour
• Positive, solution-focused attitude with commitment to continuous improvement
• Strong team player with unwavering respect for all community members
• High attention to detail with excellent systems and process thinking
• Globally minded with community-orientated professional values
• Accountable, responsible leadership approach with exceptional communication skills

Regulatory and Compliance

• Designated Safeguarding Lead capability
• Experience with regulatory bodies (KHDA/MOE)
• Understanding of UAE educational landscape and cultural sensitivity

About chk Education

chk Education is a leading boutique search firm specialising in international education recruitment. We partner with outstanding schools worldwide to identify exceptional educational leaders who can make a transformative impact. Our commitment to excellence in recruitment matches our clients’ dedication to providing world-class education. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of both our client schools and candidates, ensuring perfect matches that lead to long-term success and career satisfaction.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email:

If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking to secure an international teaching position, please reach out to Rachael with your preferences and she will be able to explore other opportunities with you.

Due to the number of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Important Notice

In some of the countries where our client schools operate, there are upper age restrictions related to the issuance of visas and work permits, so if you have any questions regarding this, please don’t hesitate to ask.

chk Education utilises safer recruitment procedures to ensure compliance with child protection requirements in all employment processes. The policies for safer recruitment are aligned with best practice and the International Taskforce for Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject, but not limited to various background and security checks including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

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**Job Overview**
The Principal Architectural Engineer interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex Architectural-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. They may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and are regarded as a specialist in the field of Architectural. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in Architectural and broad knowledge of the Architectural discipline within the Engineering function.
Minimum 15 years experience in offshore topside LQ / Buildings architectural engineering.
**Key Tasks and Responsibilities**
+ Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and design as per design basis, project specifications, design codes, and standards
+ Apply in-depth skills and broad knowledge of the business to address complex problems and nonstandard situations
+ Prepare clear and accurate detailed design calculations and analyses, including design reports and - procedures
+ Manage own time to meet objectives and (as Lead Engineer) forecast and plan resource requirements
+ Communicate and explain difficult concepts and persuade others to adopt a point of view
+ When acting as Lead Engineer, in addition:
+ Direct medium or large Engineering team as a Lead Engineer
+ Lead the Discipline engineering design of the assigned work area and completed it within the planned schedule and budget, by standards, MDR, and project-specific procedures and to a high professional standard
+ Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project, including scope, deliverables, schedule, and all workforce resources - agree on allocations with the Discipline Manager
+ Ensure interfaces and deliverables are identified
+ Maintain responsibility for progress and productivity, identifying any required corrective action
+ Act as project representative for Discipline during meetings with the Project Team, Customer discipline lead, and relevant agencies such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc.
+ Train/mentor other employees in the department
+ Assist and monitor MOPEX offices on projects
+ Perform independent architectural designs of all types of buildings
+ Prepare details and layouts of buildings
+ Prepare architectural reports or calculations or perform specialist tasks (i.e., complex buildings, packaged units, topsides, weight control input)
+ Help to maintain Unifi
+ Prepare bids from sketching data, using experience
+ Supervise other architects and designers
+ Prepare project design and engineering guides
+ Coordinate and check the work of architects and designers
+ Initiate interface with other disciplines to obtain input for discipline designs
+ Conduct peer reviews on request
+ Provide technical assistance where required
+ Define scopes of work for engineering/construction fabrication yard
+ Provide engineering support as required
+ Perform checks on drafting
+ Perform design verification through single discipline checks and assist with inter-discipline checks (IDC)
+ Prepare MTOs of buildings
+ Prepare specifications
+ Prepare subcontract documents
+ Review vendor data
+ Prepare technical bid evaluations
+ Check designs for operational requirements, constructability, and maintainability
+ Assist in furthering the department
Reports to:
Project: Lead Engineer, Project Engineering Manager or Project Manager
Functional: Supervising Department Manager
Liaise With: All Engineering disciplines, Fabrication Groups, Safety Dept, Project Management Team, Document Control,
Project Planner, Project Cost Controller, QC and Certification Groups, Procurement Group, Subcontractors and Vendors, and
Customers
Supervises: Senior Engineers and Engineers
**Essential Qualification and Education**
+ Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Engineering
+ 15-20 years in oil and gas with a major contractor or consultant, predominantly performing detail design
+ Detailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods and detailed knowledge of the theory, content, and application of standards, codes, and guidelines as applicable
+ Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills
+ Preferably Registered Professional Engineer or member of professional engineering society as applicable
+ Seasoned structural knowledge
+ Very good organizer, motivator, and supervisor
+ Able to solve problems without assistance
+ Keen on improving the effectiveness of the work
+ HSE, TQM, and cost-conscious
+ Fluent in English, both oral and written
+ Understanding and supporting company goals and work processes
+ Show flexibility and ensure proper hand-over with regards to:
+ The reassignment to other departments/construction sites/fabrication yards
+ The replacement of colleagues during illness and holidays
+ The provision of assistance to other colleagues with heavy workloads (also other projects) when possible/desirable
+ The managing/learning of future current working methods and software applications
+ Reassignment to other McDermott offices
+ Good understanding of the other engineering departments
+ Good understanding of construction/fabrication yard and client requirements
+ Specialized in several fields (Russian requirements, topside buildings, living quarters, blast-resistant buildings)
+ Specialized in some design and building codes (EC, ACI/AISC/API, GOST)
+ Commercial insight
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**Job Overview:**
The Principal Instrumentation Designer directly impacts the effectiveness of their team and related team. They exchange ideas and information relating to Instrumentation Design effectively. The Principal Instrumentation Designer may work autonomously within established Instrumentation Design procedures and practices. They act as a lead, coordinating the work of others. The Principal Instrumentation Designer proposes improvements to processes and methods within the Instrumentation Design discipline. Experience in S3D/E3D and offshore project execution is required.
**Key Tasks and Responsibilities:**
+ Prepare and develop arrangement and detail conceptual, FEED, studies, and detail design drawings of high technical quality and professional consistent presentation ensuring clarity and ease of construction
+ Develop 3D models and ensure clash-free with other disciplines
+ Ensure design deliverables are completed and issued per project specifications, MDR, and project Level 2 & 3 procedures, and within agreed schedules and budgets
+ Apply knowledge and/or skills to a range of activities
+ Set priorities, organize own work and time to meet objectives, and (as a Lead Designer) forecast and plan resource requirements
+ When acting as Lead Designer, in addition:
+ Direct small or medium Instrument Design team as Lead Designer
+ Lead projects as Lead Designer engaging the participation of other disciplines Coordinate all activities within own discipline and Discipline interfaces with other disciplines
+ Lead the design team of the assigned work area and complete within the planned schedule and budget, in accordance with standards, MDR, and project-specific procedures and to а high professional standard
+ Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project including scope, deliverables, schedule, and all Discipline manpower resources - agree on allocations with the Engineering Manager
+ Ensure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identified
+ Maintain responsibility progress and productivity, identifying any required corrective action
+ Act as project-based Discipline point of contact in communications and meetings with the Project Team, Customer, vendor/supplier, and/or subcontractor counterparts; and relevant agencies such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc.
+ Become familiar with the Contract Scope of Work, specifications, schedule, and all inter-discipline requirements; including identifying concerns as early as practicable and taking appropriate initiatives to address the issues
+ Identify changes to scope and promptly raise change notification in the Change Management system, including providing any necessary supporting documentation and estimates Provide similar support for Variation Orders
+ Interface with all disciplines to develop clash-free designs
+ Interface with other disciplines to obtain input for Discipline designs and drawings
+ Liaise with other discipline support groups to ensure clearly defined interfaces, deliverables, and schedules are met
+ Document substantive communications (communications that result in significant decisions or assignment
+ of actions), and forward copies to Discipline Lead Designer and Discipline Supervisor
+ Assist Discipline Lead Designer in preparing estimates for proposals and job scope changes, including execution statements, work schedules, and manhour requirements, identifying software requirements and any other project-specific requirements
+ Raise technical queries to obtain missing information, clarify work scope, and maintain preferred McDermott procedures, specifications, standards, practices, and operational requirements
+ Participate in finalizing deliverables lists, deliverables, and philosophies to ensure compliance with specifications and functional integrity
+ Review project schedule and fabrication schedule in relation to construction sequence, milestones, and design scope
+ Attend project kickoff and review meetings, vendor/supplier meetings, engineering and design meetings, and offshore site surveys as required
+ Research Customer standards and procedures in order to prepare project-specific design procedures
+ and standards for submission to the Customer for approval
+ Set up and maintain the Discipline Master design drawing and document files, including final archiving
+ Prepare and review Discipline deliverables such as:
+ 3D model
+ Detailed design drawings
+ As-built drawings
+ Develop conceptual Layouts based on experience and good offshore engineering practice & develop these through detail design
+ Assist the Lead Designer in supervising the preparation of key Discipline drawings
+ Liaise with the responsible Engineers for the timely expediting of Vendor Data to efficiently progress the project according to schedule requirements
+ Review drawings issued by other disciplines and incorporate the required data into Discipline drawings
+ Review vendor drawings and documents and incorporate required vendor data into Discipline drawings and documents
+ Assist in providing necessary design inputs to other disciplines to enable them to proceed with their deliverables
+ Identify all items for which insufficient data is available to allow the drawing or model to be completed (HOLDS), and list these on the drawing and on the standard 'HOLDS' list form Notify the Discipline Lead Designer when there are updates to the Holds list
+ Generate IDC design documentation for the project
+ Perform design verification through single discipline checks (SDC) and/or inter-discipline checks (IDC), providing comments to the Lead Designer
+ Review all project IDC design documentation for detail technical interfaces
+ Maintain single discipline and inter-discipline check drawings and filing, including final archiving
+ Prepare, issue, and update material and weight data take-offs
+ Assist Fabrication as required in the resolution of construction difficulties relating to design problems, clashes, etc.
+ Monitor progress and maintain the deliverables register on an ongoing basis
+ Ensure compliance with the Project Execution Plan and the timely completion and archiving of drawings
+ and documents
+ Keep the Lead Designer apprised of all activities, progress, and concerns, including manpower and budgetary-related
+ Assist in providing inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports including associated productivity
+ Prepare forecasting schedules for delayed deliverables
+ Advise the Lead Designer of problem areas and/or manpower concerns
+ Report errors and suggest resolutions for the same
+ Participate in design reviews and audits
+ Capture lessons learned and enter into MDR's Lessons Learned system
+ Guide less experienced Designers on MDR and Discipline procedures, standards, worksheets, design calculations, software, technical queries, etc.
+ Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to others
+ Assist in the maintenance of departmental technical guidelines and standards
+ Participate in the development and maintenance of Global Procedures, Software, Guidelines, and Standards
+ Further develop an understanding of MDR's business including processes and procedures
+ Identify and provide training to staff in specific techniques and proprietary software
+ Provide information on employee performance to Discipline Supervisor / Engineering Manager
+ Assist the Discipline Supervisor / Engineering Manager in interviewing job applicants
+ Prepare/review and (as Lead Designer) approve Instrument Design deliverables such as:
+ 3D model Instrument scopes
+ Layout drawings
+ Instrument hook-up / installation details
+ Wiring/loop diagrams
+ Panel and console drawings
+ Instrument drawing lists
+ Logic Diagrams
+ Shutdown hierarchy drawings
+ Schematics and block diagrams
+ Material schedules
+ Participate in clash resolution meetings, as required
+ Travel to fabrication yard or construction site to assist in mechanical completion, hook-up, and/or commissioning, as required
+ When acting as Lead Designer, in addition:
+ Act as project-based Discipline point of contact in communications and meetings with Customer, vendor/supplier, and/or subcontractor counterparts; and Project Team
+ Ensure substantive communications are documented
+ Prepare bids and project's Discipline design budget and execution plans, updating as required
+ Identify project staff needs based on knowledge of individual designer's skill sets and provide requests to the Discipline Supervisor / Engineering Manager
+ Plan, organize, and assign tasks, responsibilities, and manhour budgets to the Discipline team, and verify tasks are completed within budgets
+ Plan Discipline Level 4 detail deliverable schedule/ register compliant with the overall execution plan
+ Supervise and guide assigned Designers for Discipline design and design deliverables
+ Ensure Designers assigned to the project execute assigned tasks in а consistent manner
+ Prepare working forecasts identifying change management plans, corrective action, and real­ time schedule
+ Provide Discipline inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports including associated productivity
+ Alert the project team of any deviation from the scope or а need for a change order
+ Monitor KPI measurement results, and take corrective action as necessary to improve Discipline performance, including performance at interfaces with others
+ Coordinate with other disciplines' Lead Designers to ensure timely receipt of necessary design inputs
+ Ensure Discipline Designers have sufficient input information for the drawing or model being undertaken
+ Raise and approve technical queries to obtain missing information, clarify work scope, and maintain preferred McDermott procedures, specifications, standards, practices, and operational requirements
+ Review and approve Discipline project:
+ Schedules
+ Execution Plans
+ Deliverable Lists
+ Deliverables
+ Forecasts
+ Estimates
+ Progress and productivity reports
+ Procedures
+ MTO's
+ Single discipline checks (SDS) / inter-discipline checks (IDC)
+ Review comments from Customers & other agencies on documents and drawings produced by the team, and resolve and give guidance on their update and incorporation
+ Lead the Discipline team during project audits (internal, Customer, and third-party technical audits) and Design Reviews
+ Assist the Discipline Supervisor / Engineering Manager in the preparation of quarterly forecasts and manpower planning
+ Anticipate project engineering needs and plan accordingly
+ Assist the Discipline Supervisor / Engineering Manager, and Project Engineering Manager or Project Manager in the Performance Evaluation of project team members
+ Ensure Instrument item clashes identified in ЗD model are addressed and resolved
+ Participate in ЗD model reviews, and ensure Instrument review comments are closed
+ Travel to the fabrication yard or construction site to assist in mechanical completion, hookup, and/or commissioning, as required
Reports to:
Project: Lead Designer, Project Engineering Manager or Project Manager
Functional: Supervising Designer or Engineering Manager
Liaise With: Lead Designers, Engineers, all other Engineering and Design disciplines assigned to the project, Project Engineer,
Material Control Team, Document Control, and Customer representatives
Supervises: Design team assigned to a project or part of the project during the detailing and production phases
**Essential Qualifications and Education:**
+ High School graduate with a diploma in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Design, or Drafting in a related discipline or equivalent experience
+ 10 years minimum with major contractor or consultant of which 5+ years of experience in predominately oil and gas
+ Detailed knowledge of associated industry detailing standards & codes Detailed knowledge of 2D and/or 3D drafting and material control systems (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation) Minimum 1 or 2 projects working experience in E3D and/or S3D Capable of Leading projects
+ Knowledge of QA Systems and good communicator would be an advantage Working experience in project coordination and execution skills Detailed knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Auto Lisp Programming 3D Model creation, Menu, and/or Macro compilation skills
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**Job Overview:**
The Principal Electrical Designer directly impacts the effectiveness of their team and related team. They exchange ideas and information relating to Electrical Design effectively. The Principal Electrical Designer may work autonomously within established Electrical Design procedures and practices. They act as a lead, coordinating the work of others. The Principal Electrical Designer proposes improvements to processes and methods within the Electrical Design discipline. Experience in E3D and offshore experience is required.
**Key Tasks and Responsibilities:**
+ Prepare and develop arrangement and detail conceptual, FEED, studies, and detail design drawings of high technical quality and professional consistent presentation ensuring clarity and ease of construction
+ Develop 3D models and ensure clash-free with all other disciplines
+ Ensure design deliverables are completed and issued per project specifications, MDR, and project Level 2 & 3 procedures, and within agreed schedules and budgets
+ Apply knowledge and/or skills to a range of activities
+ Set priorities, organize own work and time to meet objectives, and (as Lead Designer) forecast and plan resource requirements
+ Become fully familiar with the Contract Scope of Work, specifications, schedule, and all interdisciplinary requirements; including identifying concerns as early as practicable and taking appropriate initiatives to address the issues
+ Identify changes to scope and promptly raise change notification in the Change Management system, including providing any necessary supporting documentation and estimates
+ Provide similar support for Variation Orders
+ Interface with all disciplines to develop clash-free designs
+ Interface with other disciplines to obtain input for Discipline designs and drawings
+ Liaise with other discipline support groups to ensure clearly defined interfaces, deliverables, and schedules are met
+ Document substantive communications (communications that result in significant decisions or assignment of actions), and forward copies to Discipline Lead Designer and Discipline Supervisor
+ Assist Discipline Lead Designer in preparing estimates for proposals and job scope changes, including execution statements, work schedules, and man-hour requirements, identifying software requirements and any other project-specific requirements
+ Raise technical queries to obtain missing information, clarify work scope, and maintain preferred McDermott procedures, specifications, standards, practices, and operational requirements
+ Participate in finalizing deliverables lists, deliverables, and philosophies to ensure compliance with specifications and functional integrity
+ Review project schedule and fabrication schedule in relation to construction sequence, milestones, and design scope
+ Attend project kickoff and review meetings, vendor/supplier meetings, engineering and design meetings, and offshore site surveys as required
+ Research Customer standards and procedures in order to prepare project-specific design procedures and standards for submission to the Customer for approval
+ Set up and maintain the Discipline Master design drawing and document files
+ Develop and maintain project job books
+ Prepare and review Discipline deliverables such as:
+ 3D model
+ Detailed design drawings
+ Develop conceptual layouts based on experience and good offshore engineering practice & develop these through detail design
+ Assist the Lead Designer in supervising the preparation of key Discipline drawings
+ Liaise with the responsible Engineers for the timely expediting of Vendor Data to efficiently progress the project according to schedule requirements
+ Review drawings issued by other disciplines and incorporate the required data into Discipline drawings
+ Review vendor drawings and documents and incorporate required vendor data into Discipline drawings and documents
+ Assist in providing necessary design inputs to other disciplines to enable them to proceed with their deliverables
+ Identify all items for which insufficient data is available to allow the drawing or model to be completed (HOLDS), and list these on the drawing and on the standard 'HOLDS' list form; Notify the Discipline Lead Designer when there are updates to the Holds list
+ Generate IDC design documentation for the project
+ Perform design verification through single discipline checks (SDC) and/or inter-discipline checks (IDC), providing comments to the Lead Designer
+ Review all project IDC design documentation for detail technical interfaces
+ Maintain single discipline and inter-discipline check drawings and filing, including final archiving
+ Prepare, issue, and update material and weight data take-offs
+ Assist Fabrication as required in the resolution of construction difficulties relating to design problems, clashes, etc.
+ Monitor progress and maintain the deliverables register on an ongoing basis
+ Ensure compliance with the Project Execution Plan and the timely completion and archiving of drawings and documents
+ Keep the Lead Designer apprised of all activities, progress, and concerns, including manpower and budgetary-related
+ Assist in providing inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports including associated productivity
+ Prepare forecasting schedules of delayed deliverables
+ Advise the Lead Designer of problem areas and/or manpower concerns
+ Report errors and suggest resolution for the same
+ Participate in design reviews and audits
+ Capture lessons learned and enter into MDR's Lessons Learned system
+ Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience
+ Act as a technical resource to others in their own discipline
+ Guide less experienced Designers on MDR and Discipline procedures, standards, worksheets, design calculations, software, technical queries, etc.
+ Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to others
+ Assist in the maintenance of departmental technical guidelines and standards
+ Participate in the development and maintenance of Global Procedures, Software, Guidelines, and Standards
+ Further develop understanding of MDR's business and processes
+ Identify and provide training to staff in specific techniques and proprietary software
+ Provide information on employee performance to the Discipline Supervisor/ Engineering Manager
+ Assist the Discipline Supervisor/ Engineering Manager in interviewing job applicants
+ Prepare/ review and (as Lead Designer) approve Electrical Design deliverables such as:
+ 3D model Electrical scopes
+ One-line diagrams
+ Schematics
+ Interconnection and wiring diagrams
+ Block diagrams
+ Area classification drawings
+ Conduit and cable schedules
+ Power layout drawings
+ Earthing/grounding layout drawings
+ Lighting layout drawings
+ Electrical cable tray drawings
+ Electrical building drawings
+ Electrical support drawings
+ Electrical drawing indexes
+ Lighting design calculations
+ Cable sizing
+ Prepare/review and (as Lead Designer) approve bills of material and perform material take-offs for electrical items including cables, lighting fixtures, cable trays, cable glands, termination kits, and MCTs
+ Participate in clash resolution meetings, as required
+ Travel to the fabrication yard or offshore to assist in mechanical completion, hookup, and/or commissioning, as required
+ When acting as Lead Designer, in addition:
+ Direct small or medium Design team
+ Lead projects as Lead Designer engaging the participation of other disciplines
+ Coordinate all activities within own discipline and Discipline interfaces with other disciplines
+ Lead the design team of the assigned work area and complete within the planned schedule and budget, in accordance with standards, MDR, and project-specific procedures and to a high professional standard
+ Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project including scope, deliverables, schedule, and all Discipline manpower resources - agree allocations with the Engineering Manager
+ Ensure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identified
+ Maintain responsibility for progress and productivity, identifying any required corrective action
+ Act as project-based Discipline point of contact in communications and meetings with Project Team, Customer, vendor/supplier and/or subcontractor counterparts; and relevant agencies such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc.
+ Ensure substantive communications are documented
+ Prepare bids and project's Discipline design budget and execution plans, updating as required
+ Identify project staff needs based on knowledge of individual designer's skill sets and provide requests to the Discipline Supervisor / Engineering Manager
+ Plan, organize and assign tasks, responsibilities, and man-hour budgets to the Discipline team, and verify tasks are completed within budgets
+ Plan Discipline Level 4 detail deliverable schedule/ register compliant with the overall execution plan
+ Supervise and guide assigned Designers for Discipline design and design deliverables
+ Ensure Designers assigned to the project execute assigned tasks in a consistent manner
+ Prepare working forecasts identifying change management plans, corrective and real­time schedule
+ Provide Discipline inputs for actual, planning, and forecasting progress reports including associated productivity
+ Alert the project team of any deviation from the scope or a need for a change order
+ Monitor KPI measurement results, and take corrective action as necessary to improve Discipline performance, including performance at interfaces with others
+ Coordinate with other disciplines' Lead Designers to ensure timely receipt of necessary design inputs
+ Ensure Discipline Designers have sufficient input information for the drawing or model being undertaken
+ Raise and approve technical queries to obtain missing information, clarify work scope, and maintain preferred McDermott procedures, specifications, standards, practices, and operational requirements
+ Review and approve Discipline project:
+ Schedules
+ Execution plans
+ Deliverables lists
+ Deliverables
+ Forecasts
+ Estimates
+ Progress and productivity reports
+ Procedures
+ MTOs
+ Single discipline checks (SOC) / inter-discipline checks (IDC)
+ Review comments from Customers & other agencies on documents and drawings produced by the team and resolve and give guidance on their update and incorporation
+ Lead the Discipline team during project audits (internal, Customer, and third-party technical audits) and Design Reviews
+ Assist the Discipline Supervisor/Engineering Manager in the preparation of quarterly forecasts and manpower planning
+ Anticipate project engineering needs and plan accordingly
+ Assist the Discipline Supervisor/ Engineering Manager, and Project Engineering Manager or Project Manager in the Performance Evaluation of project team members
+ Ensure Electrical item clashes identified in 3D model are addressed and resolved
+ Participate in 3D model reviews, and ensure Electrical review comments are closed
+ Travel to the fabrication yard or offshore to assist in mechanical completion, hookup, and/or commissioning, as required
Reports to:
Project: Lead Designer, Project Engineering Manager or Project Manager
Functional: Supervising Designer or Engineering Manager
Liaise With: Lead Electrical Designers, Electrical Engineers, all other Engineering and Design disciplines assigned to the project, Project Engineer, Material Control Team, Document Control, and Customer representatives
Supervises: Design team assigned to a project or part of the project during the detailing and production phases
**Essential Qualifications and Education:**
+ High School graduate with a diploma in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Design, or Drafting in a related discipline or equivalent experience
+ 10 years min with major contractor or consultant of which 5+ years of experience in oil and gas
+ Detailed knowledge of associated industry detailing standards & codes Detailed knowledge of 3D and 2D drafting and material control systems (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation) Minimum 1 or 2 projects working experience in E3D and/or S3D Capable of Leading projects
+ Knowledge of QA Systems and a good communicator Working experience in project coordination and execution skills Detailed knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Auto lisp Programming, 3D Modeling, Menu and/or Macro compilation skills would be an advantage
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Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we've forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably.
For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.
McDermott is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.
**Job Description:**
**Job Description:**
**Principal Urban Designer**
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Principal Urban** **Designer** to join our team! In this role you will get to work on different types of urban development projects that will change the fabric of our cities.
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Lead multidisciplinary team and ensure that team members are given clear instructions and guidance.
+ Assigns work to professional staff and ensures appropriate training is provided.
+ Line manage both junior and senior members of the team, nurturing their professional growth.
+ Prepare work programs to translate project objectives into detailed plans and take on the responsibility to subdivide work assignments and tasks to the project team.
+ Lead Masterplanning and Urban Design projects at all stages (Pre-Concept, Concept and Detailed Masterplan)
+ Perform and manage complex and sensitive professional urban planning and urban design tasks, research and analysis.
+ Review, monitor, and ensure compliance with local and international standards.
+ Gather, compile, and analyze data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting the developments.
+ Develop technical inputs to support the delivery of high-quality plans, reports, and presentations.
+ Maintain contact and coordination with multiple external agencies involved in the translation of the Government's development mandate and master plan objectives into work plans through maintaining meaningful working relationships to facilitate a shared understanding.
+ Support business development activities including the preparation of bids, pricing and content development.
+ Prepare business presentations to promote the works of the Design and Planning studio.
+ Support Key account management and nurture client relationships per business strategy.
**What Required Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning and Urban Design, Architecture or closely related field.
+ Minimum 15 years of progressive urban planning anddesign experience working on a variety of projects.
+ Experience and engagement with clients in the Middle East is a must
+ Experience in producing master plans, conceptual designs and illustrative layouts.
+ Creative thinking and in depth understanding of current best practices.
+ Thorough understanding of local statutes and planning rules and regulations.
+ Ability to involve and represent wide-range and diverse interests in the development planning and design process and to reconcile conflicting demands.
+ Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
+ Proven ability for performing in a lead capacity on a project.
+ Proficiency in various design software and 3D modeling tools
**What Desired Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Masters degree is urban planning /design or architecture
+ Professional certifications such as AICP, RTPI, RIBA
+ Ability to performing in a lead capacity on a project
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!
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About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

**Job Overview:**
The Principal Pipeline Designer directly impacts the effectiveness of their team and related team. They exchange ideas and information relating to Pipeline Design effectively. The Principal Pipeline Designer may work autonomously within established Pipeline Design procedures and practices. They act as a lead, coordinating the work of others. The Principal Pipeline Designer proposes improvements to processes and methods within the Pipeline Design discipline.
**Key Tasks and Responsibilities:**
+ Perform Design and Engineering process facilities within a specified time while adhering to maintenance, safety, and quality standards, consider constructability, economics, and operation into account during Pre-FEED, FEED, or Detailed Design phases
+ Set priorities, organize own work and time to meet objectives, and (as Lead Designer) forecast and plan resource requirements
+ Develop 3D Models and ensure clash free models in coordination with all other disciplines' requirements
+ Ensure design deliverables are completed and issued per project specifications, McDermott, and project Level 2 & 3 procedures, and within agreed schedules and budgets
+ Apply knowledge and/or skills to perform complex work
+ When acting as Lead Designer/Design coordinator, in addition:
+ Lead the design team to complete the tasks within the planned schedule and budget, in accordance with standards, McDermott and project-specific procedures
+ Act as project-based discipline point of contact in communications and meetings with Project Team, Client, vendor/supplier, and/or subcontractor counterparts
+ Ensure that the inter-discipline aspects of the design and deliverables are addressed
+ Support Lead Piping Engineer in measuring progress and productivity
+ Coordinate all activities within own discipline and interface with other disciplines
+ Ensures effective communications among other disciplines and effective management of change
+ Coordinate 3D Model Reviews and ensure Review comments are closed
+ When acting as Designers Coordinator:
+ Coordinate large Design team as Designers Coordinator
+ Coordinate project Design interdisciplinary activities to ensure timely and organized distribution of information amongst all Lead Designers
+ Ensure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identified
+ Support the Department Manager with the Designers appraisals
+ Support the Department Manager with the strategic development of the Designers Teams and provide guidance on Training and Technical Development of the Designers Team
+ Become fully familiar with the Project Scope of Work, specifications, schedule, and inter-discipline requirements, including identifying concerns as early as practicable and taking appropriate initiatives to address the issue
+ Identify changes to scope and promptly raise change notifications in the Change Management System
+ Develop Plant Design and 3D Modelling, Drawings, and input into Plant Layout Narrative in accordance with the agreed Scope of Work, man-hours, and schedule
+ Assist the Lead Piping Engineer in raising technical queries, preparing the piping estimate and job scope changes,
+ Attend (As lead Piping Designer) project Kickoff meetings, Review meetings, Vendor meetings
+ Monitor and coordinate the design team remotely, if required, and can lead a project in a Multi Office Project Execution Environment (MOPEX)
+ Able to identify issues as soon as they arise and follow up with any required corrective action
+ Support and supervision of less-experienced members within the design team
+ Ensure that the work is carried out in accordance with McDermott requirements, Client and Statutory Design Codes, Standards, or Procedures with a particular focus on Health and Safety Policies
+ Is accountable for the performance and results of a team within the Piping Discipline
+ Support Proposals and Studies from a Piping point of view
+ Exchange ideas and information effectively, is able to explain difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view
+ Impacts the level of service and the team's ability to meet quality and timeliness objectives
+ Has good leadership and Management skills
+ Is guided by policies, resource requirements, budgets, and the business plan
+ Has developed advanced and specialized expertise within their own area to perform the most complex work
+ Is knowledgeable of other disciplines' work processes
+ Identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems that impact effectiveness
Reports to:
Project: Lead Pipeline Designer, Project Engineer, Project Engineer Manager
Functional: Department Manager
Liaise With: Lead Designers and Designers, Lead Engineer and Engineers, other Engineering and Design disciplines Leads,
Project Engineer, Project Manager, IM Group, Document Control, Client representatives
Supervises: Design team assigned to different projects during the detailing and production phases
**Essential Qualifications and Education:**
+ 10 years minimum with a major contractor or consultant of which 5+ years of experience in offshore oil and gas
+ Experience as Lead Designer on a small or medium-sized project is essential
+ High School graduate with a diploma in Mechanical Design, or Drafting in a related discipline or equivalent experience
+ Advanced depth and breadth of expertise in Plant Design and using 3D CAD systems including E3D or SP3D
+ Detailed knowledge of AutoCAD
+ Good knowledge of other engineering disciplines
+ Familiar with the associated local regulatory environment and international and national industry standards and specifications
+ Minimum 1 02 projects experience in E3D/S3D
+ Capable of handling multiple projects
+ Knowledge of QA Systems and a good communicator
+ Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills
+ Detailed knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Auto lisp Programming, 3D Modeling, Menu, and/or Macro compilation skills would be an advantage
+ Flexible for business traveling/assignments
#LI-MW2
Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we've forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably.
For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.
McDermott is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Company Description**
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a highly experienced **Principal Highway Engineer** to join our dynamic **Dubai Highway Team** . The successful candidate will play a key technical and leadership role in the planning, design, and delivery of major highway and road infrastructure projects in the UAE and the wider Middle East region.
You will lead multidisciplinary teams, guide the development of design solutions, ensure technical excellence, and support the growth of our Transportation business by fostering client relationships and mentoring future engineering talent.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Lead the design and delivery of highway and road infrastructure projects, including expressways, urban roads, interchanges, junction improvements, and active mobility corridors.
+ Provide technical leadership and oversight for geometric design, horizontal and vertical alignments, cross-sections, and associated highway elements in accordance with UAE and international standards (AASHTO, DM, RTA, AASHTO Green Book).
+ Review, coordinate, and integrate designs with other disciplines (structures, drainage, utilities, traffic, and environmental teams).
+ Act as the technical authority for complex engineering challenges, ensuring designs meet safety, sustainability, and constructability requirements.
+ Prepare and review technical reports, feasibility studies, design documents, specifications, and tender documents.
+ Engage with clients (such as RTA, ADM, and other regional authorities), attend project meetings, and provide expert technical input.
+ Contribute to project planning, resource allocation, and quality assurance to deliver projects on time and within budget.
+ Mentor and develop junior engineers and provide knowledge sharing across the Transportation team.
+ Support business development efforts including proposal preparation, presentations, and client relationship management.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (Master's preferred).
+ 15+ years of relevant experience in highway engineering and design, preferably with exposure to major UAE or GCC infrastructure projects.
+ Chartered / Professional Engineer status (CEng, PE, or equivalent) is strongly preferred.
+ Proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of highway and road infrastructure projects.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of regional authority standards (RTA, DM, ADM) and international highway design codes (AASHTO, DMRB, etc.).
+ Strong understanding of road safety engineering, sustainable transport solutions, and digital delivery tools (OpenRoads, Civil 3D, Infraworks, etc.).
+ Excellent technical report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
+ Proactive, collaborative, and able to work in a fast-paced consultancy environment.
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
**What makes AECOM a great place to work**
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J
**Business Line:** Transportation
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** ME and Africa
**Career Area:** Engineering
**Work Location Model:** On-Site

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.
**Job Description:**
**Principal Planning Engineer**
**Dubai, UAE**
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Principal** **Planning Engineer** to join our team to **perform various planning, scheduling and project control functions on major infrastructure project (community development)** .
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Review and convey Engineer's consent to the Contractors' Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices
+ Validation of compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project
+ Develop a Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others.
+ Evaluate & verify the planning and scheduling information from the updated / progress schedules. Identify the potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight the critical events & suggest mitigation measures / corrective actions
+ Exercise "What if" analysis to assess the time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage and provide alternative courses of action & advice before issuing instructions to contractors
+ Prepare regular progress reports / monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion, and preparing presentations regarding the work's progress concerning interim and major milestones.
+ Detailed assessment of the claims including Extension of Time, Disruption, etc using leading delay analysis methodologies including time impact analysis & window analysis with the strong skill to demonstrate the contractor's concurrent delay.
+ Discuss, coordinate, and resolve the planning and scheduling problems with the contractor and the Employer.
+ Coordination with the Client to finalize the contractor's programs, reports, and claims.
+ Attending various meetings including kick-off, technical, service coordination, progress review, etc, providing valuable inputs, and preparing concise & precise minutes of meetings.
+ Preparation of Trackers / Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project.
+ Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes.
+ Ability to communicate clearly to conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide the reasoned & analytic response to the contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions.
+ Proper record keeping of project contemporary records
+ Issue delay notices for the contractor's culpable delay and/or slow performance letters recording areas where the contractor's performance is behind the schedule.
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Planning Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to work on most challenging projects from RTA.
**What You'll Be Doing:**
+ Review and convey Engineer's consent to the Contractors' Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices
+ Validation of compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project
+ Develop Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others.
+ Strong foreseeability to identify the potential risks/conflicts, and document them in the Project Risk Register
+ Evaluate & verify the planning and scheduling information from the updated / progress schedules. Identify the potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight the critical events & suggest mitigation measures / corrective actions / robust recovery plan.
+ Exercise "What if" analysis to assess the time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage and provide alternative courses of action & advice before issuing instructions to contractors
+ Prepare regular progress reports / monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion, and preparing presentations regarding the work's progress concerning interim and major milestones.
+ Detailed assessment of the claims including Extension of Time, Disruption, etc using leading delay analysis methodologies including time impact analysis & window analysis with the strong skill to demonstrate the contractor's concurrent delay.
+ Discuss, coordinate, and resolve the planning and scheduling problems with the contractor and the Employer.
+ Coordination with the Client to finalize the contractor's programs, reports, and claims.
+ Attending various meetings including kick-off, technical, service coordination, progress review, etc, providing valuable inputs, and preparing concise & precise minutes of meetings.
+ Preparation of Trackers / Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project.
+ Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes.
+ Ability to communicate clearly to conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide the reasoned & analytic response to the contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions.
+ Proper record keeping of project contemporary records
+ Issue delay notices for the contractor's culpable delay and/or slow performance letters recording areas where the contractor's performance is behind the schedule
+ Be able to manage a team of one or more planning engineers, providing them with technical and leadership skills.
**What Required Skills You'll Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited institution.
+ A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in project planning and scheduling.
+ Proven background in major infrastructure projects such as utilities, bridges, and underpasses, with a strong understanding of the construction industry, including interface and coordination requirements.
+ Proficient in scheduling software, especially Primavera P6.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .
About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.