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Design Manager ( Bus Rapid Transit)

  1. Design & Engineering
  2. Permanent Contract
  3. Director
  4. Madinah
About Us

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.


About the Role

 Design Manager will lead and oversee all design-related aspects of the BRT project. The ideal candidate will ensure the seamless coordination, integration, and delivery of civil infrastructure and transportation design, adhering to the project’s technical, quality, and timeline requirements. His/Her role is to handle all the design phase activities; however, the role responsibility is not limited to the design only, but it will extend to cover all the project lifecycle to ensure smooth project implementation with high quality as per the planned project schedule via close coordination with the project director / Client / Construction manager and relevant authorities, the design manage duties will include but not limited to the following: 

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and supervise the design and development of civil infrastructure, including roads, bus stops, utilities, ITS, and related facilities.
  • Lead the design process for major and minor road improvements, including drainage systems, bus shelter structures, and pedestrian infrastructure.
  • Ensure compatibility of ITS design with project objectives and integration across all project components.
  • Provide technical input during stakeholder meetings and maintain clear communication channels.
  • Develop and implement quality control procedures for all design submissions and approvals.
  • Maintain accurate records of design progress, including drawings, calculations, and change orders.
  • Prepare and submit regular reports to project management, highlighting risks, progress, and recommendations.
  • Review the project schedule to ensure proper interface / integration between the scope of work elements during the project life cycle, reviewing the project progress / earned value, in case of delay reviewing the proposed solutions by the contractor to solve this delay.
  • Manage / Ensure proper interface / interface between PPP & EPC Contractors and all relevant stakeholders.
  • Technical support and ability to find prober solutions for solving any problems occur during the project construction and overcome / mitigate any expected delay in the project schedule.
  • Leading the Technical Evaluation process of EPC Contractors’ offers.
  • Evaluating / Reviewing the technical change orders in relation to the project scope of work.
  • Manage the value engineering exercises, evaluate the alternatives and approve the proper recommendations meeting the employer, function & standards / codes requirements.

 

     


    What do we need from you

    • Qualifications and Experience

    • A minimum of 15 years of experience in the highways and transportation sector, with substantial exposure to major infrastructure projects.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
    • Proven expertise in design management for public transportation and ITS projects.
    • Experience working in the Middle East is highly desirable.
    • Skills and Competencies

    • Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with diverse stakeholders.
    • Commitment to quality, safety, and environmental standards.

    1. Madinah
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