Head of Infrastructure Development and Climate Resiliency Department

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, design, development and implementation of infrastructure systems for the Long-Term Plan and Master Plan.
• Oversee the development and delivery of road and rail systems, stormwater management, potable and wastewater systems, solid waste management, energy, gas and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, from master planning and conceptual design to detailed design, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Ensure that infrastructure solutions are technically feasible, cost-effective, constructible and aligned with local construction practices and applicable regulations.
• Review and challenge engineering designs, technical solutions, construction methodologies, materials and equipment specifications.
• Ensure effective coordination between design consultants, contractors, suppliers, government authorities, investors and other project stakeholders.
• Establish long-term climate resilience, carbon and energy standards for the Master Plan.
• Integrate climate resilience considerations into the planning, design and construction of infrastructure.
• Develop strategies for climate adaptation, resilience and mitigation, taking into account long-term environmental and infrastructure risks.
• Assess trade-offs between cost, engineering solutions, environmental impact, resilience and long-term operational performance.
• Work with international organizations and technical experts to align environmental and climate standards with international best practices.
• Promote resilient infrastructure solutions, including appropriate materials, technologies, energy systems and engineering approaches that can withstand future climate risks.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, resource efficiency and carbon performance across major infrastructure projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field from a reputable university.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience, with substantial hands-on experience in infrastructure development, engineering, construction and project delivery.
• Proven experience in designing, planning and delivering large-scale urban infrastructure and construction projects.
• Strong understanding of local design, permitting, construction and project implementation processes, including applicable technical and regulatory requirements.
• Solid knowledge of construction materials, engineering systems, construction equipment and technologies, with the ability to assess their practical application, quality and suitability.
• Strong understanding of project financing and infrastructure funding mechanisms
• Fluent/conversant in spoken and written English.