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Highways Engineer

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Location:Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Middle East
Job Type:Permanent
Posted:15th Oct 2008
Closing Date:12th Nov 2009
Posted By:LBH Consultants
Details:
Highways Engineer

Job Description
Abu Dhabi plans to triple its population over the next 20 years which makes this location very promising and exciting for a Civil Engineer. Our Highways and Utilities Infrastructure team in Abu Dhabi is expanding in response to the massive expansion proposals in the city and across the region.

Due to this growth, we are now looking to recruit Infrastructure Engineers to join our busy team. The type of work generally falls into one of two categories, firstly, developing Highways & Design from master plan for major development proposals and secondly, hooking up the buildings our architects and engineers design, to the existing infrastructure. We work closely with the Bridges, Transport Planning and Environment teams.

Requirements
Technical Competencies

Essential

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
5-10 years industry experience
Good knowledge of AASHTO & DMRB design standards for highways
Has good knowledge of the design procedures for major highway projects
Has good knowledge of road safety audits
Has good experience in the geometric design of roads, roundabouts, junctions and interchanges, traffic projections and pavement design methodologies
Desirable

Masters in Civil Engineering (Transportation/Highways/Urban Planning)
Have an aptitude to multi-task and be self starting in new business environments
Has skills in Project Management and Bid Preparation
Has knowledge of highway design software (MX preferable)
Has good knowledge on traffic management for urban areas


Responsibilities
Behavioural Competencies

Essential

Good Team Player
Good Leadership and Communication Skills
Good command of English Language
Produce detailed designs of interchanges (cloverleaf & trumpet), roundabouts and junctions conforming to AASHTO/DMRB standards
Produce detailed designs of Traffic Signs and Traffic Signals, Road Safety Barriers
Produce project design drawings from concept to the tender stage
Produce Technical Specifications for various components involved in the design of the road network
Conversant with Highway Design software and guide the team during the design process
Preparation of project design reports and liaison with the client


Rewards and Benefits
We offer an excellent package which includes:

A competitive salary for the right candidate
Accommodation allowance
Transportation allowance
30 calendar days annual leave
Medical and life insurance cover
Company gratuity scheme
Discretionary bonus scheme
Annual return airfare to point of origin


 
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