Manager Consultant | Drainage Design Engineer
Lebanese Business Council in Abu Dhabi
Role:🗂 We’re Hiring: Manager Consultant | Drainage Design Engineer🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time
💼 Level: Mid-Level to Senior
We are seeking a technically skilled and analytical Flood Risk Consultant | Drainage Design Engineer to assess flood hazards, develop effective drainage solutions, and support infrastructure projects through sustainable water management planning. This role combines flood risk assessment with drainage system design, focusing on identifying potential flooding issues, evaluating stormwater conditions, and developing engineering solutions to improve drainage performance and reduce flood impacts. The ideal candidate will have strong engineering knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of hydraulic systems and environmental planning.
🎯 Key Responsibilities• Conduct flood risk assessments to identify areas vulnerable to surface water flooding, river flooding, and stormwater overflow.
Design and evaluate drainage systems for residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure developments.
Analyze rainfall data, water flow patterns, catchment characteristics, and drainage capacity.
Develop stormwater management strategies and recommend effective flood prevention measures.
Prepare hydraulic calculations, drainage layouts, technical drawings, and engineering reports.
Conduct site inspections and assess existing drainage networks, water channels, and flood control infrastructure.
Use hydraulic and hydrological modeling tools to evaluate flood scenarios and drainage performance.
Recommend improvements to drainage systems, retention ponds, culverts, and surface water management facilities.
Coordinate with civil engineers, urban planners, environmental consultants, contractors, and government authorities.
Review engineering designs to ensure compliance with relevant drainage standards and project specifications.
Monitor project progress and provide technical support during drainage construction and implementation.
Prepare feasibility studies, project documentation, and recommendations for flood mitigation initiatives.
✅ Requirements• Background in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
Good understanding of flood risk assessment, drainage design, stormwater management, and hydraulic principles.
Familiarity with hydrological and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, or similar tools.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, topographical surveys, rainfall data, and site investigation reports.
Knowledge of drainage design standards, flood mitigation practices, and relevant environmental regulations.
Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prepare technical reports, engineering calculations, and project documentation.
Excellent communication and coordination skills when working with multidisciplinary teams.
Good project management abilities and attention to technical details.
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, or a related field is preferred.
🌟 What We Offer• Opportunities to contribute to flood prevention, drainage infrastructure, and water management projects.
Exposure to hydraulic modeling, stormwater planning, and flood risk assessment technologies.
Opportunities to collaborate with engineers, environmental specialists, urban planners, and infrastructure professionals.
Career progression into Senior Flood Risk Consultant, Drainage Engineering Manager, Water Resources Project Manager, or Infrastructure Engineering Director roles.
A professional and collaborative working environment.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
✅ Who Can Apply?• Currently residing in the UAE.
Legally authorized to reside and work in the UAE.
Tourist and visit visa holders are not eligible.
Must have a personal UAE bank account to receive salary payments.
Previous professional experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
