Design Manager - Highways

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Design Manager - Highways to join our dynamic consultancy team in Doha, Qatar. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and delivery of complex highway infrastructure projects, overseeing multidisciplinary teams while maintaining the highest standards of quality and innovation. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with exceptional leadership capabilities, driving projects from concept through completion while fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. Lead and oversee the complete design process for highway infrastructure projects, from initial planning and concept development through final delivery and project closure Manage and inspire multidisciplinary design teams, promoting collaboration, innovation, and professional growth while maintaining a supportive and inclusive work environment Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders across multiple offices for complex, multicentre projects, ensuring seamless communication and alignment Monitor design progress through regular review meetings, assess performance against timelines and specifications, and make decisive adjustments to keep projects on track Identify potential risks and challenges during the design phase and develop effective mitigation strategies to ensure project success Implement and maintain rigorous quality standards, ensuring all design work complies with industry regulations, organizational standards, and client specifications Manage design budgets effectively, optimize resource allocation, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or innovation Maintain comprehensive and accurate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring transparency and traceability Prepare and present detailed project reports to internal teams and stakeholders, providing actionable insights for informed decision-making Adapt to and implement organizational project delivery procedures and standards, ensuring consistency across all initiatives Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements, manage expectations, and deliver customer-focused solutions

**Required Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field Minimum 15 years of professional experience in civil infrastructure project management and design, with substantial focus on highway projects Proven expertise as a Design Manager or Project Manager leading highway infrastructure initiatives Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary design teams in a consultancy or corporate environment Strong proficiency with CAD and BIM software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or equivalent tools) Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly Solid understanding of highway design standards, regulations, and best practices applicable to the region Experience in budget management, cost control, and resource optimization Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and deliver customer-focused solutions Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance **Preferred Qualifications:** Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent Experience with highway projects in the United States, Canada, or Middle East region Knowledge of advanced project management tools and software platforms Experience with risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and contingency planning Familiarity with sustainability and innovative design practices in highway infrastructure Track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget Experience working in international or multicultural project environments

Lead and oversee the complete design process for highway infrastructure projects, from initial planning and concept development through final delivery and project closure. Manage and inspire multidisciplinary design teams, promoting collaboration, innovation, and professional growth while maintaining a supportive and inclusive work environment. Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders across multiple offices for complex, multicentre projects, ensuring seamless communication and alignment. Monitor design progress through regular review meetings, assess performance against timelines and specifications, and make decisive adjustments to keep projects on track. Identify potential risks and challenges during the design phase and develop effective mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Implement and maintain rigorous quality standards, ensuring all design work complies with industry regulations, organizational standards, and client specifications. Manage design budgets effectively, optimize resource allocation, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or innovation. Maintain comprehensive and accurate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring transparency and traceability. Prepare and present detailed project reports to internal teams and stakeholders, providing actionable insights for informed decision-making. Adapt to and implement organizational project delivery procedures and standards, ensuring consistency across all initiatives. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements, manage expectations, and deliver customer-focused solutions.