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Senior Principal Wet Engineer

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

Overview

As one of the world's leading consultancies operating in the built and natural environment, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career both in India and around the world.

As a provider of multi-disciplined technical services to the built environment, Atkins Realis Cairo is committed to design excellence in the delivery of first class solutions which combine innovation, imagination and best practice.

Due to our continuing expansion, we currently have an opportunity for a Middle East Wet Utilities Senior Principal Engineer to delivery on multi-disciplinary offshore executed projects from, Cairo.

Working in a multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers providing a professional design service to our clients, this is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking to develop their international experience with a world renowned consultant.

Your role

  • Leads the design process of wet utilities- Gravity and Pressure networks. Check and review Concept, Preliminary, Detailed design, related calculations specification and documentation.
  • Check and Review hydraulic models-Gravity and Pressure networks; Design Reports
  • Check and review 3D models (Civil 3d /Revit)/ drawing, components and interface between design and BIM software's.
  • Multi Discipline coordination's'and coordination's with LPOs and Clients.
  • Conversant in using CDE- ProjectWise, BIM 360, MS teams, SharePoint sites etc.
  • Contribute in Utility Clash analysis and Clash resolution
  • Provide technical guidance within design teams with minimal external guidance.
  • Preparing budget, resourcing and delivering to the budget and agreed time frame.
  • Takes responsibility for writing effective sections of Technical Design reports/Technical Notes.
  • Mentoring the team for skill development and enhancement for the team working on the projects.
  • Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders to facilitate effective project execution.
  • Liaise with authorities and other stakeholders to obtain design approval at all stages of design development.
  • Stay informed about advancements in wet utility systems and incorporate best practices.
  • Provide technical expertise and support during the construction, commissioning, and operation phases of the infrastructure projects.
  • Successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
  • Adhere to quality assurance standards in design.
  • Apply AtkinsRéalis Quality, Safety & Environmental (QSE) standards and Business Management System (BMS).
  • Embrace digital engineering and promoting innovative engineering design solutions
  • Develop sustainable solutions and try for carbon low designs working towards NetZero.
Engineering

Location

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-158579

Salary range

-

About you

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree/Master's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering from a reputed institute
  • A Minimum of 18 years of experience in the Water & Wastewater Industry.
  • Wet utilities design- Storm water , Wastewater, Potable water and TSE for UK, Middle East and other regions.
  • Proven experience of various software's like Microdrainage, CivilStorm, Sewergems/Watergems etc. Working knowledge of BIM platforms like Civil3D, Microstation and/or Open Roads/ Inroads/ MX Road, Revit. Navisworks etc.
  • Experience in International Standards and Middle East Standards.
  • Experience in implementing quality standards and procedures.
  • Experience of leading and delivering major Infrastructure projects at Master plan, Concept and Detailed Design stages.
  • Clear knowledge of work procedures, and ability to brief project team.
  • Good written and verbal English language communication skills.
  • Positive Attitude and eagerness to learn and use new water related design software's, tools and processes for automation and digital efficiency as per the project and business requirement.
  • Ability to work effectively with colleagues, seniors, team members and clients.
  • A team player and work in collaboration.
  • Chartered member or working towards chartership (ICE, CIWEM or equivalent).

The Individual

  • The successful candidate will needs to:
  • Be highly self-motivated and ambitious
  • Have a track record of technical achievement and client satisfaction within the Infrastructure projects.
  • Be able to lead or mentor the team working on the projects
  • Have the ability to adapt to different cultures and working environments to build rapport with customers
  • Be able to build excellent working relationships with colleagues and clients
  • Have the experience of using written and spoken English within a business environment
  • The position is to be based in Cairo
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Comprehensive life insurance coverage
  • Medical insurance for you and your dependents
  • Annual leave balance in accordance with local labour law
  • Flexible and hybrid work solutions
  • Opportunity for local and global internal transfers
  • Company gratuity scheme
  • Discretionary bonus program
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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