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<p>Embodied AI and Robotics (AIR) Lab at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is seeking a Junior Research Scientist to support technology translation research involving artificial intelligence, robotics, assistive technologies, and human-centered systems. The successful applicant will contribute to transforming emerging research outcomes into practical prototypes and deployable solutions that address real-world challenges in accessibility, inclusive mobility, and smart urban environments. Applicants from all academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply, particularly those with relevant technical, research, analytical, project development, or technology translation experience. Terms of employment include a competitive salary and benefits.</p><br><br>
<p>Research at AIR focuses on developing interdisciplinary, technology-driven solutions for sustainable, resilient, inclusive, and human-centered cities. The Junior Research Scientist will work on projects that bridge fundamental research and real-world application, with particular emphasis on translating advances in artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, robotics, and human-computer interaction into usable technologies.</p><br><br>
<p>The role may involve supporting the evaluation of AI-powered assistive technologies for people with disabilities, including systems for accessible navigation, communication, public services, and urban mobility. Initial projects may include the translation of research prototypes into pilot-ready systems for deployment in environments such as transportation hubs, public institutions, hospitals, campuses, and commercial facilities.</p><br><br>
<p>The Junior Research Scientist will collaborate with researchers, engineers, industry partners, government entities, community stakeholders, and prospective users to identify practical requirements and evaluate the technical and social impact of proposed solutions. The position also provides opportunities to contribute to new research directions related to technology translation, responsible AI, inclusive design, and the practical adoption of emerging technologies.</p><br><br>
<p><strong>Responsibilities of the position include:</strong></p><br><br>
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<li>Translating research concepts and experimental systems into functional, user-oriented prototypes.</li>
<li>Supporting the design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of AI- and robotics-based technologies.</li>
<li>Conducting literature reviews and technology landscape analyses to identify relevant research, technical approaches, and application opportunities.</li>
<li>Collecting, processing, and analyzing quantitative and qualitative research data.</li>
<li>Supporting user studies, field evaluations, pilot deployments, and demonstrations in real-world environments.</li>
<li>Engaging with researchers, end users, community representatives, government entities, and industry partners to understand requirements and gather feedback.</li>
<li>Assessing the technical feasibility, usability, accessibility, scalability, and potential impact of research technologies.</li>
<li>Preparing technical documentation, research reports, presentations, project proposals, and materials for academic or external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Coordinating project activities and supporting the day-to-day management of technology translation initiatives.</li>
<li>Contributing to research publications, grant proposals, intellectual property documentation, and technology commercialization activities where appropriate.</li>
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<p>Candidates must hold a bachelor's or master's degree (or equivalent) in any field. Applicants with less than five years of professional experience are encouraged to apply. Individuals from diverse academic and professional backgrounds are welcome to apply, particularly those who can demonstrate relevant technical, research, analytical, project development, or technology translation experience. </p><br><br>
<p><strong>The ideal candidate will have:</strong></p><br><br>
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<li>Experience developing, integrating, or evaluating research prototypes.</li>
<li>An ability to understand academic research and translate technical findings into practical system requirements and applications.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and project-coordination skills.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment.</li>
<li>A demonstrated interest in technology translation, responsible innovation, accessibility, assistive technology, smart cities, or inclusive urban design.</li>
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<p>Experience with user-centered design, field studies, stakeholder engagement, product development, technology commercialization, or deployment of AI systems in real-world environments is highly desirable. Organizational skills, independence, adaptability, and attention to detail are essential.</p><br><br>
<p>Applications will be accepted immediately. To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript or copy of their highest degree, statement of research interests, and contact information for at least two references or recommendation letters. All application materials should be submitted in PDF format.</p><br><br>
<p>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Professor Yi Fang at yfang@nyu.edu.</p><br><br>
<p><strong>About NYU Abu Dhabi<br></strong>https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/<br>NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.</p><br><br>
<p>NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.</p><br><br>
<p>Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed.</p><br><br>
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<p><strong>Working for NYUAD<br></strong>At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. </p><br><br>
<p>Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.</p><br><br>
<p>NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community.</p><br><br>
<p>Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.</p><br><br>
<p><strong>Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. </strong></p><br><br>
<p>NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.</p><br><br>
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UAE
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About the job Principal Economist - North America Gas LNG Portfolio
Job Description <p><strong>Position Title: </strong><strong>Principal Economist – North America Gas & LNG Portfolio</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Reports to: </strong><strong>SVP, Non-Operated Assets</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Department: </strong><strong>Non-Operated Assets</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Function: </strong><strong>Asset Management</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Prepared on: </strong><strong>27 July 2026</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><br> <p>To lead the economic, financial modelling, valuation, and commercial analysis agenda for the North America Gas & LNG portfolio, ensuring that operational, commercial, fiscal, financing, and market assumptions are translated into robust decision-quality insights for senior management, committees, and shareholders. </p><br>
<p>The role supports Non-operated asset value creation through investment evaluation, business planning, portfolio optimization, capital allocation, financing / capital markets analysis, and JV budget / plan challenge.</p><br> <p><strong>Role Dimensions</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Dimensions / Portfolio Coverage: </strong>North America natural gas, upstream / unconventional developments, LNG export projects, midstream and integrated gas value chain opportunities. </p><br>
<p><strong>Commercial and Financial Scope: </strong>Detailed economic modelling, portfolio valuation, financing structures, capital allocation, investment approvals, WP&B / Business Plan support, M&A / divestment / monetization analysis, and capital markets readiness. </p><br>
<p><strong>Stakeholder Environment: </strong>Works across technical, finance, commercial, legal, governance, tax, external advisers, JV partners, lenders, reserve auditors, and senior management. </p><br>
<p><strong>Governance Context: </strong>Operates within Mubadala Energy governance processes, Non-Operated Asset management frameworks, JV / JOC / JOA requirements, internal approval processes, and applicable legal / regulatory obligation</p><br> <p><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></p><br> <p><strong>Economic Modelling and Financial Analysis </strong></p><br>
<p> Lead the development, maintenance, and enhancement of complex integrated economic and financial models for North America natural gas and LNG projects. </p><br>
<p> Perform detailed economic evaluations for asset performance, capital allocation scenarios, investment opportunities, portfolio optimization, funding strategies, cash flows, debt capacity, and returns. </p><br>
<p> Lead economic assessments for financing, recapitalization, monetization and capital markets transactions, including equity sell-downs, farm-outs, acquisitions, divestments, refinancing and other value crystallization events. </p><br>
<p> Develop and evaluate ownership, funding and capital structure alternatives to optimize shareholder value, financing flexibility and investment returns. </p><br>
<p> Assess the economic impact of reserve-based lending, project finance, corporate debt, preferred equity, convertible instruments and hybrid financing arrangements. </p><br>
<p> Integrate operational, financial, commercial, market and tax assumptions into valuation models that remain consistent with actual asset performance and strategic planning assumptions. </p><br>
<p> Apply valuation methodologies including DCF, NAV, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions and market-based valuation techniques. </p><br>
<p> Prepare investment papers, executive analyses and presentations that translate complex modelling outputs into clear, actionable insights. </p><br>
<p><strong>Business Planning and Budgeting </strong></p><br>
<p> Support economic and commercial evaluations for the annual Work Programme & Budget and multi-year Business Plan for assigned non-operated assets. </p><br>
<p> Provide commercial and economic challenge to long-term asset development plans to improve portfolio value, project economics and capital allocation. </p><br>
<p> Develop and maintain asset planning documentation, economic assumptions and support analyses aligned with the NOA management framework and governance processes. </p><br>
<p> Monitor commercial and financial performance against approved plans, highlighting variances, emerging risks and opportunities to improve returns. </p><br>
<p> Review and influence JV business plans, annual budgets and investment proposals through technical committees, operating committees and partner engagement. </p><br>
<p> Check that JV plans, budgets and proposals are aligned with JOAs, governance requirements and internal approvals. </p><br>
<p><strong>Governance, Policies and Business Processes </strong></p><br>
<p> Contribute to the continuous improvement of policies, standards, governance frameworks and business processes for effective non-operated asset management. </p><br>
<p> Support asset-specific controls that strengthen commercial governance, decision quality and risk management. </p><br>
<p> Monitor compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, contractual and governance requirements. </p><br>
<p><strong>HSSE </strong></p><br>
<p> Demonstrate strong commitment to Health, Safety, Security and Environmental principles, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and best industry practice.</p><br> <p><strong>Framework, Boundaries & Decision-Making Authority </strong></p><br> <p><strong>Scope: </strong></p><br>
<p> Provides economic, valuation, commercial and financial modelling support for North America Gas & LNG assets and related strategic opportunities. </p><br>
<p> Supports business planning, annual budgets, financing analysis, investment approvals, shareholder decision-making and JV governance processes. </p><br>
<p> Interfaces with internal functions and external advisers to maintain integrated assumptions and decision-ready analysis. </p><br>
<p><strong>Decision Making: </strong></p><br>
<p> Recommends economic assumptions, valuation cases, sensitivities and commercial interpretations for management review. </p><br>
<p> Provides challenge and assurance on JV plans, budgets, economics and investment proposals before internal decision forums. </p><br>
<p> Escalates material variances, risks, commercial issues and governance concerns for management attention.</p><br> <p><strong>Communications & Working Relationship </strong></p><br> <p><strong>Internal:</strong></p><br>
<p>All members of the M.E. team including CEO, COO, CFO, SVP-HR, SVP- SEA, SVP – Technical, Country managers and all direct reports. </p><br>
<p><strong>External:</strong></p><br>
<p>Peers in the Oil and Gas companies; National Oil Companies; International Oil companies, host government officials; JOC's. non-operated JV's, Energy Ministry(s); and key Service Companies.</p><br> <p>Knowledge, Skills & Experience </p><br> <p><strong>Qualification and Education </strong></p><br> <p><strong>Education:</strong></p><br>
<p>Bachelor's degree in finance / economics or a related field, with substantial experience in the oil and gas industry. A master's degree or CFA certification is preferred.</p><br>
<p><strong>Experience:</strong>
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<p>At least 10 - 15 years of relevant experience globally in the Oil & Gas Sector across a breadth of the development and production value chain. Strong experience in JV and JOC management in a variety of business settings</p><br>
<p><strong>Skills: </strong></p><br>
<p>Expert-level financial modelling capabilities, building integrated, commercial, financing, tax, and valuation models capable of supporting executive decision-making, investment approvals, financing transactions, and capital markets processes<strong>.</strong></p><br>
<p>Evaluation of U.S. unconventional oil & gas developments, LNG export projects, midstream infrastructure, and integrated gas value chains, including exposure to liquefaction economics, transportation, marketing, and international LNG commercialization.</p><br> <p><strong>Relevant Work Experience </strong></p><br> <p>At least 10 - 15 years of relevant experience globally in the Oil & Gas Sector across a breadth of the development and production value chain. Strong experience in JV and JOC management in a variety of business settings.</p><br> <p><strong>Skills and Knowledge </strong></p><br> <p>Expert-level financial modelling capabilities, with extensive experience building integrated operational, commercial, financing, tax, and valuation models capable of supporting executive decision-making, investment approvals, financing transactions, and capital markets processes.</p><br>
<p>Strong hands-on experience in upstream oil & gas industry economics is required. This includes a solid understanding of upstream petroleum economics, project evaluation, reserve calculations, and familiarity with key industry metrics and cash flow analysis for exploration and production (E&P) projects.</p><br>
<p>Demonstrated experience supporting the evaluation of U.S. unconventional oil & gas developments, LNG export projects, midstream infrastructure, and integrated gas value chains, including exposure to liquefaction economics, transportation, marketing, and international LNG commercialization.</p><br>
<p>Demonstrated experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt financing transactions, IPOs, strategic monetization processes, asset divestments, or other complex corporate finance initiatives within the energy sector.</p><br>
<p>Experience working with investment banks, lenders, reserve engineers, technical consultants, external auditors, and legal advisers during financing, valuation, or transaction processes.</p><br> <p><strong>Training and Certification </strong></p><br> <p><strong>As above</strong></p><br>
<p><strong>Note: </strong></p><br>
<p><strong>The Key accountabilities and responsibilities described in this job description are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time and / or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business requirements.</strong></p><br>
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UAE
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<span><strong>Requisition Number:</strong> 24494BR<br><strong>Description:</strong><br>We are seeking a highly experienced Digital Delivery Manager to lead, govern, and advance Digital Design delivery across our Buildings Design business.<br>This senior role will be responsible for setting and implementing digital delivery strategies, improving multidisciplinary design workflows, and embedding current and emerging technologies across Architecture, Engineering, Project Delivery and Design Management teams.<br>The successful candidate will combine deep technical knowledge of BIM, Revit-based Delivery, Parametric Design, Design Automation, Digital Twins, and Data-Led Workflows with the leadership capability to drive adoption across a consulting engineering environment<br>Key Responsibilities:<br> Lead the digital delivery strategy for Buildings Design projects, ensuring consistent, efficient, and high-quality delivery across multidisciplinary teams.<br> Assist/Input into the production, oversee the implementation, and ensure maintenance of BIM execution plans, digital delivery standards, model production protocols, information management workflows, and quality assurance procedures.<br> Champion ISO 19650-aligned information management, Common Data Environment governance, model federation, clash detection, issue management, data validation, and structured digital handover processes.<br> Provide leadership to the BIM Managers for Revit-based design delivery across architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, public health, and specialist design disciplines.<br> Drive the adoption of parametric and computational design workflows using tools such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo, Python, and related scripting or visual programming environments.<br> Identify opportunities to convert analogue or repetitive design, checking, reporting, and coordination processes into automated digital workflows.<br> Lead the implementation of design automation tools that improve productivity, reduce rework, enhance quality, and support more consistent design outcomes.<br> Guide project teams in the development and implementation of Digital Twin strategies, including asset data structuring, model readiness, operational data requirements, and lifecycle information handover.<br> Evaluate and integrate emerging digital delivery technologies, including AI-assisted design workflows, model checking platforms, automated reporting tools, data dashboards, reality capture, cloud collaboration platforms, and Digital Twin environments.<br> Work closely with design directors, project managers, discipline leads, BIM managers, and delivery teams to align digital solutions with business objectives and project requirements.<br> Establish training, mentoring, and upskilling programmes to improve digital capability across design teams.<br> Act as the senior digital delivery point of contact for clients, partners, subconsultants, contractors, and internal leadership teams.<br> Ensure any new protocols align with the wider Stantec Group policies and procedures.<br> Engage with Global initiatives for standardisation of Stantec workflows and standards, representing Buildings Middle East.<br><strong>Qualifications:</strong><br> Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Computational Design, Digital Design, or a related built environment discipline.<br> Professional certifications in BIM, Digital Delivery, Information Management, or relevant software platforms are highly desirable.<br> Autodesk Certified Professional, Revit certification, Computational Design training, or equivalent technical credentials would be advantageous.<br> Minimum 10–15 years of progressive experience in BIM, digital delivery, design technology, or related roles within an engineering consultancy, architecture practice, multidisciplinary design firm, or major built environment organisation.<br> At least 5 years in a leadership role managing BIM, digital delivery, computational design, automation, or information management teams driving adoption and transformational change at a regional business level.<br> Proven experience delivering complex Buildings Design projects across multiple disciplines and project stages, from concept design through detailed design, tender, construction support, and handover.<br> Demonstrated experience developing and implementing BIM standards, digital delivery frameworks, automation strategies, and project-specific digital execution plans.<br> Strong understanding of engineering consultancy workflows, design coordination requirements, project delivery governance, and client-facing delivery expectations.<br>Technical Knowledge and Software Requirements:<br> Advanced knowledge of BIM authoring and coordination tools, particularly Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, BIM Collaborate Pro, and related Autodesk ecosystem tools.<br> Strong working knowledge of model federation, clash detection, issue tracking, model auditing, information exchange, and digital QA/QC workflows.<br> Advanced understanding of parametric and computational design platforms such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo, and associated plug-ins or scripting environments.<br> Knowledge of design automation approaches using Dynamo, Grasshopper, Python, C#, APIs, custom Revit add-ins, Rhino.Inside.Revit, Speckle, Power Automate, Power BI, and other workflow automation platforms.<br> Familiarity with Digital Twin development and implementation, including asset information requirements, data schemas, model classification, IoT integration concepts, operational readiness, and integration with facilities management or asset management systems.<br> Experience with Common Data Environments and collaboration platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud, ProjectWise, Trimble Connect, BIMcollab, Revizto, SharePoint, and similar project delivery environments.<br> Awareness of current and emerging tools for reality capture, laser scanning, photogrammetry, AI-assisted model checking, generative design, automated code checking, data dashboards, and model-based reporting.<br> Strong understanding of ISO 19650 principles, BIM Execution Plans, Exchange Information Requirements, Asset Information Requirements, naming conventions, classification systems, and information delivery milestones.<br>Design Automation and Innovation Competencies:<br> Ability to identify repetitive design, documentation, checking, scheduling, quantity extraction, reporting, and coordination tasks that can be automated.<br> Experience developing or leading automation workflows that improve speed, accuracy, consistency, and design quality.<br> Ability to translate analogue processes, spreadsheet-based tools, manual checking routines, and discipline-specific workflows into scalable automated solutions.<br> Strong understanding of data-driven design, computational logic, interoperability, open data exchange, and integration between modelling, analysis, reporting, and project controls systems.<br> Ability to evaluate new technology against business value, project needs, user adoption, risk, cost, and measurable productivity benefits.<br><strong>Preferred Specifications:</strong><br>Leadership and Business Competencies<br> Strong leadership capability with experience managing, mentoring, and developing BIM, digital delivery, and design technology teams.<br> Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership, clients, project managers, discipline leads, and technical production teams.<br> Commercial awareness and the ability to link digital delivery improvements to productivity, quality, risk reduction, margin protection, and improved project outcomes.<br> Ability to influence change and drive digital adoption across multidisciplinary teams with varying levels of digital maturity.<br> Strong project governance mindset, including planning, workload management, delivery assurance, risk management, and quality control.<br> Ability to prepare digital delivery strategies, implementation roadmaps, business cases, training plans, technical standards, and performance dashboards.<br> Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.<br><strong>About Stantec:</strong><br>We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.<br>The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!<br><strong>Work Location(s):United Arab Emirates-Dubai</strong><br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> <strong>Full-Time</strong><br><strong>Job Type:</strong> <strong>Regular</strong><br><strong>Job Category:</strong> <strong>Engineering Other, Internet/WWW, Technology</strong></span> </div>
UAE
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<span><strong>Requisition Number:</strong> 24494BR<br><strong>Description:</strong><br>We are seeking a highly experienced Digital Delivery Manager to lead, govern, and advance Digital Design delivery across our Buildings Design business.<br>This senior role will be responsible for setting and implementing digital delivery strategies, improving multidisciplinary design workflows, and embedding current and emerging technologies across Architecture, Engineering, Project Delivery and Design Management teams.<br>The successful candidate will combine deep technical knowledge of BIM, Revit-based Delivery, Parametric Design, Design Automation, Digital Twins, and Data-Led Workflows with the leadership capability to drive adoption across a consulting engineering environment<br>Key Responsibilities:<br> Lead the digital delivery strategy for Buildings Design projects, ensuring consistent, efficient, and high-quality delivery across multidisciplinary teams.<br> Assist/Input into the production, oversee the implementation, and ensure maintenance of BIM execution plans, digital delivery standards, model production protocols, information management workflows, and quality assurance procedures.<br> Champion ISO 19650-aligned information management, Common Data Environment governance, model federation, clash detection, issue management, data validation, and structured digital handover processes.<br> Provide leadership to the BIM Managers for Revit-based design delivery across architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, public health, and specialist design disciplines.<br> Drive the adoption of parametric and computational design workflows using tools such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo, Python, and related scripting or visual programming environments.<br> Identify opportunities to convert analogue or repetitive design, checking, reporting, and coordination processes into automated digital workflows.<br> Lead the implementation of design automation tools that improve productivity, reduce rework, enhance quality, and support more consistent design outcomes.<br> Guide project teams in the development and implementation of Digital Twin strategies, including asset data structuring, model readiness, operational data requirements, and lifecycle information handover.<br> Evaluate and integrate emerging digital delivery technologies, including AI-assisted design workflows, model checking platforms, automated reporting tools, data dashboards, reality capture, cloud collaboration platforms, and Digital Twin environments.<br> Work closely with design directors, project managers, discipline leads, BIM managers, and delivery teams to align digital solutions with business objectives and project requirements.<br> Establish training, mentoring, and upskilling programmes to improve digital capability across design teams.<br> Act as the senior digital delivery point of contact for clients, partners, subconsultants, contractors, and internal leadership teams.<br> Ensure any new protocols align with the wider Stantec Group policies and procedures.<br> Engage with Global initiatives for standardisation of Stantec workflows and standards, representing Buildings Middle East.<br><strong>Qualifications:</strong><br> Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Computational Design, Digital Design, or a related built environment discipline.<br> Professional certifications in BIM, Digital Delivery, Information Management, or relevant software platforms are highly desirable.<br> Autodesk Certified Professional, Revit certification, Computational Design training, or equivalent technical credentials would be advantageous.<br> Minimum 10–15 years of progressive experience in BIM, digital delivery, design technology, or related roles within an engineering consultancy, architecture practice, multidisciplinary design firm, or major built environment organisation.<br> At least 5 years in a leadership role managing BIM, digital delivery, computational design, automation, or information management teams driving adoption and transformational change at a regional business level.<br> Proven experience delivering complex Buildings Design projects across multiple disciplines and project stages, from concept design through detailed design, tender, construction support, and handover.<br> Demonstrated experience developing and implementing BIM standards, digital delivery frameworks, automation strategies, and project-specific digital execution plans.<br> Strong understanding of engineering consultancy workflows, design coordination requirements, project delivery governance, and client-facing delivery expectations.<br>Technical Knowledge and Software Requirements:<br> Advanced knowledge of BIM authoring and coordination tools, particularly Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, BIM Collaborate Pro, and related Autodesk ecosystem tools.<br> Strong working knowledge of model federation, clash detection, issue tracking, model auditing, information exchange, and digital QA/QC workflows.<br> Advanced understanding of parametric and computational design platforms such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo, and associated plug-ins or scripting environments.<br> Knowledge of design automation approaches using Dynamo, Grasshopper, Python, C#, APIs, custom Revit add-ins, Rhino.Inside.Revit, Speckle, Power Automate, Power BI, and other workflow automation platforms.<br> Familiarity with Digital Twin development and implementation, including asset information requirements, data schemas, model classification, IoT integration concepts, operational readiness, and integration with facilities management or asset management systems.<br> Experience with Common Data Environments and collaboration platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud, ProjectWise, Trimble Connect, BIMcollab, Revizto, SharePoint, and similar project delivery environments.<br> Awareness of current and emerging tools for reality capture, laser scanning, photogrammetry, AI-assisted model checking, generative design, automated code checking, data dashboards, and model-based reporting.<br> Strong understanding of ISO 19650 principles, BIM Execution Plans, Exchange Information Requirements, Asset Information Requirements, naming conventions, classification systems, and information delivery milestones.<br>Design Automation and Innovation Competencies:<br> Ability to identify repetitive design, documentation, checking, scheduling, quantity extraction, reporting, and coordination tasks that can be automated.<br> Experience developing or leading automation workflows that improve speed, accuracy, consistency, and design quality.<br> Ability to translate analogue processes, spreadsheet-based tools, manual checking routines, and discipline-specific workflows into scalable automated solutions.<br> Strong understanding of data-driven design, computational logic, interoperability, open data exchange, and integration between modelling, analysis, reporting, and project controls systems.<br> Ability to evaluate new technology against business value, project needs, user adoption, risk, cost, and measurable productivity benefits.<br><strong>Preferred Specifications:</strong><br>Leadership and Business Competencies<br> Strong leadership capability with experience managing, mentoring, and developing BIM, digital delivery, and design technology teams.<br> Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership, clients, project managers, discipline leads, and technical production teams.<br> Commercial awareness and the ability to link digital delivery improvements to productivity, quality, risk reduction, margin protection, and improved project outcomes.<br> Ability to influence change and drive digital adoption across multidisciplinary teams with varying levels of digital maturity.<br> Strong project governance mindset, including planning, workload management, delivery assurance, risk management, and quality control.<br> Ability to prepare digital delivery strategies, implementation roadmaps, business cases, training plans, technical standards, and performance dashboards.<br> Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.<br><strong>About Stantec:</strong><br>We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.<br>The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!<br><strong>Work Location(s):United Arab Emirates-Dubai</strong><br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> <strong>Full-Time</strong><br><strong>Job Type:</strong> <strong>Regular</strong><br><strong>Job Category:</strong> <strong>Engineering Other, Internet/WWW, Technology</strong></span> </div>
UAE - Dubai
Job Title: Synthetic Human Designer — AI Characters & Virtual Humans (1 Position)<br><br>About the Job<br><br>We are seeking a creative, interdisciplinary, and technically aware Synthetic Human Designer to design believable, expressive, and intelligent synthetic humans for AI-powered digital experiences. The successful candidate will work across visual appearance, digital identity, personality, behavior, movement, voice, emotion, and interaction to create synthetic humans that can communicate and behave coherently across different environments and contexts.<br><br>This is a hands-on role at the intersection of artificial intelligence, character design, digital humans, animation, storytelling, human behavior, real-time 3D, and human-AI interaction. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with AI specialists, character artists, 3D artists, animators, technical artists, writers, conversational designers, voice and performance teams, UX specialists, and developers to transform conceptual human characters into complete, interactive synthetic human experiences.<br><br>Responsibilities<br><br>Design synthetic humans from initial concept through visual, behavioral, interactive, and technical development.<br><br>Develop the overall design language of synthetic humans, including physical appearance, digital identity, personality, behavior, emotional characteristics, communication style, movement, voice, and presence.<br><br>Translate character concepts, narratives, functional requirements, cultural references, and user needs into coherent synthetic human designs.<br><br>Develop detailed character specifications covering identity, personality, background, motivations, values, goals, preferences, emotional range, behavioral patterns, and social characteristics.<br><br>Design realistic, stylized, or intentionally synthetic human appearances according to the creative and functional requirements of each project.<br><br>Collaborate with 3D artists to develop facial features, anatomy, body proportions, clothing, hair, materials, textures, and other visual elements.<br><br>Work with character and technical artists on facial rigs, blendshapes, body rigs, deformation systems, eye movement, lip synchronization, and expressive capabilities.<br><br>Design how synthetic humans communicate through facial expressions, gaze, posture, gestures, body language, movement, voice, and dialogue.<br><br>Collaborate with AI teams to connect visual character design with conversational intelligence, personality, memory, reasoning, behavior, and interaction.<br><br>Translate character concepts and behavioral intentions into practical AI requirements, prompts, system instructions, behavioral rules, examples, and evaluation criteria.<br><br>Design emotional and social behavior for synthetic humans across different situations, users, environments, and interaction contexts.<br><br>Define how synthetic humans respond to uncertainty, disagreement, conflict, unexpected events, emotional situations, misunderstandings, and changing circumstances.<br><br>Develop coherent relationships between personality, dialogue, facial expression, body language, voice, movement, and emotional state.<br><br>Collaborate with conversational designers and writers to ensure that dialogue and language consistently express the character's identity and personality.<br><br>Work with animation, motion capture, facial capture, and performance teams to develop believable human performance.<br><br>Coordinate with voice teams to establish voice characteristics, speech patterns, emotional delivery, tone, rhythm, and vocal identity.<br><br>Support integration of synthetic humans into real-time environments using platforms such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Meta Human, or comparable technologies.<br><br>Evaluate synthetic human behavior and performance for realism, coherence, responsiveness, emotional expression, continuity, and character consistency.<br><br>Identify gaps or inconsistencies between visual identity, personality, AI behavior, voice, animation, and interaction.<br><br>Participate in testing, role-play, scenario development, user research, and iterative character refinement.<br><br>Develop scenario libraries and edge cases to evaluate how synthetic humans behave across diverse interactions.<br><br>Establish design principles and evaluation criteria for believable synthetic human appearance, behavior, communication, emotional expression, and interaction.<br><br>Research emerging technologies in generative AI, digital humans, synthetic media, neural rendering, real-time character systems, conversational AI, performance capture, and intelligent avatars.<br><br>Explore new approaches to creating synthetic humans that can maintain persistent identities, relationships, memories, and evolving behavior over time.<br><br>Develop reusable design frameworks, specifications, documentation, and workflows for future synthetic human projects.<br><br>Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that creative, behavioral, technical, and user-experience requirements remain aligned throughout development.<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Minimum BA/MA in Character Design, Animation, Digital Media, Computer Graphics, Interaction Design, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Game Design, Film, Visual Effects, Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.<br><br>At least 3–5 years of experience in character design, digital humans, animation, interactive media, game development, virtual production, AI experiences, or a related field.<br><br>Demonstrable experience designing characters, digital humans, avatars, virtual humans, interactive agents, or comparable digital entities.<br><br>Strong understanding of human anatomy, facial expression, body language, movement, gesture, gaze, posture, and non-verbal communication.<br><br>Strong understanding of character development, personality, human behavior, emotion, social interaction, and narrative design.<br><br>Ability to translate abstract concepts such as personality, identity, emotion, and human behavior into concrete visual, behavioral, and interaction design specifications.<br><br>Familiarity with artificial intelligence, generative AI, conversational AI, large language models (LLMs), AI agents, or intelligent character systems.<br><br>Understanding of how AI-generated dialogue, personality, memory, behavior, voice, facial expression, and body movement can work together as a unified character system.<br><br>Practical familiarity with digital human and real-time character technologies such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Meta Human, Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Houdini, Motion Builder, Substance 3D, or comparable tools.<br><br>Understanding of 3D character development, rigging, skinning, facial systems, blendshapes, animation, materials, and real-time rendering.<br><br>Familiarity with motion capture, facial capture, performance capture, voice performance, lip synchronization, and character animation.<br><br>Experience collaborating with AI engineers, technical artists, animators, writers, designers, developers, performers, and UX specialists.<br><br>Strong visual and conceptual thinking combined with excellent attention to behavioral and technical detail.<br><br>Ability to analyze character behavior and identify inconsistencies between appearance, personality, dialogue, emotion, movement, and interaction.<br><br>Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to create character specifications, design guidelines, behavioral frameworks, and production briefs.<br><br>Ability to research emerging technologies and incorporate relevant developments into character and synthetic human design.<br><br>Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and rapidly evolving environments.<br><br>Experience with prototyping, testing, iteration, and user-centered evaluation of interactive characters or digital experiences.<br><br>Portfolio, showreel, or documented track record demonstrating relevant character, digital human, avatar, animation, AI, or interactive experience projects.<br><br>Fluency in English; additional languages are an asset.<br><br>What We Offer<br><br>The opportunity to design next-generation synthetic humans and AI-powered digital characters.<br><br>A highly interdisciplinary environment connecting artificial intelligence, character design, animation, storytelling, psychology, performance, real-time 3D, and human-AI interaction.<br><br>The opportunity to develop new approaches to creating believable, expressive, intelligent, and evolving synthetic humans.<br><br>Direct influence over the appearance, identity, personality, behavior, emotion, communication, and performance of digital humans.<br><br>The opportunity to explore emerging concepts of synthetic identity, artificial personality, digital presence, human-AI relationships, and intelligent characters.<br><br>Collaboration with creative and technical specialists working with advanced AI and immersive technologies.<br><br>The opportunity to experiment with emerging tools and production methods in generative AI, digital humans, real-time graphics, and interactive character systems.<br><br>Professional growth in an emerging field at the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital humans, synthetic media, and interactive experiences.<br><br>How to Apply<br><br>Please submit the following to farhang@parsikia.ir with subject line “Synthetic Human Designer — AI Characters & Virtual Humans”:<br><br>1.<br><br>CV (max 2 pages)<br><br>1.<br><br>Cover letter (1 page) describing relevant experience and why you are interested in synthetic humans and AI-powered characters<br><br>1.<br><br>Portfolio, showreel, or links to 3 relevant projects demonstrating character, digital human, avatar, animation, AI, or interactive experience design (PDF or URL)<br><br>1.<br><br>Two references (name, role, contact)<br><br>Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and asked to complete a brief practical exercise involving the design of a synthetic human, including its visual identity, personality, behavioral framework, communication style, emotional characteristics, interaction scenarios, and proposed AI and performance requirements.<br><br>We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and encourage cross-disciplinary practitioners with experience across artificial intelligence, character design, animation, psychology, storytelling, digital media, virtual production, performance, and emerging technologies to apply.
UAE - Dubai
Company Description<br> <br>Work with Us. Change the World.<br> <br>At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.<br> <br>There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.<br> <br>We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.<br> <br>Job Description<br> <br>The Associate – Landscape operating as a senior design professional is responsible for driving strategy, innovation, and excellence in the design and delivery of landscape architecture projects. This role combines hands-on project leadership with team management, technical oversight, and client engagement. The Associate plays a key role in shaping project outcomes, mentoring staff, and contributing to the studio’s growth and reputation through thought leadership, quality assurance, and business development.<br> <br>Responsibilities:<br> May be required to act as a line manager and should be able to mentor, monitor timekeeping, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback on assigned technical staff. Play an active role in the technical development of the allocated team. Acts in a supporting role to the Team Leader/ Manager/ Associate Director /Director by delegating work and directing less experienced staff to complete assigned projects' technical tasks. Able to monitor and track the budget for specific tasks within the project. Take the lead on multiple landscape architecture projects and define roles and responsibilities. Lead client interface and manage projects' contractual requirements. Planned and conducted design and creative review sessions for ongoing projects and competitions. Identify skills gaps, source, interview, and recruit new joiners. Present market research outcomes and develop a thought leadership presentation for the wider team. Well aware of landscape architecture standards generally applied across landscape architecture projects sourced from landscape architecture authorities and regulatory guidelines. Drive and conduct site opportunity and constraint studies for projects, present proposals internally and externally, and derive design ideas for implementation and further consideration. Contribute to discussions and design drivers within the studio's ethos. Establish innovative visions for the projects that align with the studio ethos, the site's potential, and the project brief. Lead landscape architecture project deliverables with applicable landscape architecture authorities and client requirements. Ensure the compliance of deliverables with the scope of work and contracts. Clearly understand the scopes of Architecture, urban planning, and landscape, as well as the synergies and overlaps between them, on projects and in the studio. Able to develop new landscape architecture and building typologies applicable to projects and sites with conditions. Able to tailor design responses to project-specific conditions. Narrate landscape architecture ideas clearly through literature in reports and presentations, and guide/mentor direct reports in effective report writing. Bridge between delivering design ideas and delivering to budget. Understand client objectives and steer design thinking accordingly. Actively promote innovative landscape architecture attributes and influence peers and reports. Promote the use of innovative digital tools in landscape architecture projects and engage in internal research and development. Identify new potential areas of innovation and improvement in design ideation and presentation that the landscape architecture team can benefit from. Manage, coordinate, and deliver landscape architecture bids and proposals, tailoring technical approaches, methodologies, and delivery structures as needed. Prepare and coordinate the commercial aspects of bids in accordance with project expectations. Structure teams for landscape architecture projects with a clear understanding of project roles and responsibilities. Advocate for quality procedures applicable to the landscape architecture technical practice group and continuously apply thorough self-checks and reviews of deliverables before sharing them. Implement safety in design standards and procedures, and report on safety within and outside the work environment, including any incidents or near misses that may impact staff. Contribute to and participate in one of the U+P steering committees that promote integration, knowledge sharing, digital integration, or diversity and inclusion. Organise internal libraries and update the internal landscape architecture capabilities statement. Promote innovation and change in landscape architecture graphics across projects and document these changes for broader team use. Lead and present internal and external workshops, driving outcomes that benefit projects and the studio. May be required to act as Project Manager on small to medium-sized discipline-specific projects. Has an excellent understanding of project delivery requirements and is well-versed with the company’s procedures. Should be well-versed in using Earned Value Management to assess design progress against budget. Has the ability to build and maintain client relationships. Attend client meetings as the technical lead to gather information, discuss project requirements, and explain/ defend work. Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals—the ability to present solutions to clients professionally and technically competently. Understand bid requirements and be able to support putting together the' technical approach and methodologies' while supporting the delivery structure, coordinating input, and implementing the commercial aspects of bids. Supports business development and selling initiatives to expand work assignments, including managing client relationships and expectations. Assists with proposal development and participates in creating bids and technical write-ups for proposals. Leads communication with clients to discuss work scope, requests information to support project execution and receives client comments on draft work products. Presents to clients, senior leadership and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress and clearly explain design principles. Responsible for coordinating with the other disciplines to ensure no design gaps and provide fully coordinated design deliverables. <br>Qualifications<br> Minimum 10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, with demonstrated expertise in project design and delivery Bachelors degree in the relevant discipline field. Masters degree preferred. Working towards professional membership in Urban Design or Architecture e.g. RIBA or equivalent in the relevant discipline degree. ping junior design professionals <br>Please note: Applicants should upload a portfolio demonstrating landscape architecture design work along with their application.<br> <br>Additional Information<br> <br>At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.<br> <br>About AECOM<br> <br>AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.<br> <br>AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.<br> <br>What makes AECOM a great place to work<br> <br>You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.<br> <br>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.<br> <br>Req ID: J10159165<br> <br>Business Line: U&P<br> <br>Business Group: DCS<br> <br>Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa<br> <br>Career Area: Design<br> <br>Work Location Model: Hybrid
UAE - Dubai
Company Description<br> <br>Work with Us. Change the World.<br> <br>At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.<br> <br>There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.<br> <br>We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.<br> <br>Job Description<br> <br>The Associate – Landscape operating as a senior design professional is responsible for driving strategy, innovation, and excellence in the design and delivery of landscape architecture projects. This role combines hands-on project leadership with team management, technical oversight, and client engagement. The Associate plays a key role in shaping project outcomes, mentoring staff, and contributing to the studio’s growth and reputation through thought leadership, quality assurance, and business development.<br> <br>Responsibilities:<br> May be required to act as a line manager and should be able to mentor, monitor timekeeping, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback on assigned technical staff. Play an active role in the technical development of the allocated team. Acts in a supporting role to the Team Leader/ Manager/ Associate Director /Director by delegating work and directing less experienced staff to complete assigned projects' technical tasks. Able to monitor and track the budget for specific tasks within the project. Take the lead on multiple landscape architecture projects and define roles and responsibilities. Lead client interface and manage projects' contractual requirements. Planned and conducted design and creative review sessions for ongoing projects and competitions. Identify skills gaps, source, interview, and recruit new joiners. Present market research outcomes and develop a thought leadership presentation for the wider team. Well aware of landscape architecture standards generally applied across landscape architecture projects sourced from landscape architecture authorities and regulatory guidelines. Drive and conduct site opportunity and constraint studies for projects, present proposals internally and externally, and derive design ideas for implementation and further consideration. Contribute to discussions and design drivers within the studio's ethos. Establish innovative visions for the projects that align with the studio ethos, the site's potential, and the project brief. Lead landscape architecture project deliverables with applicable landscape architecture authorities and client requirements. Ensure the compliance of deliverables with the scope of work and contracts. Clearly understand the scopes of Architecture, urban planning, and landscape, as well as the synergies and overlaps between them, on projects and in the studio. Able to develop new landscape architecture and building typologies applicable to projects and sites with conditions. Able to tailor design responses to project-specific conditions. Narrate landscape architecture ideas clearly through literature in reports and presentations, and guide/mentor direct reports in effective report writing. Bridge between delivering design ideas and delivering to budget. Understand client objectives and steer design thinking accordingly. Actively promote innovative landscape architecture attributes and influence peers and reports. Promote the use of innovative digital tools in landscape architecture projects and engage in internal research and development. Identify new potential areas of innovation and improvement in design ideation and presentation that the landscape architecture team can benefit from. Manage, coordinate, and deliver landscape architecture bids and proposals, tailoring technical approaches, methodologies, and delivery structures as needed. Prepare and coordinate the commercial aspects of bids in accordance with project expectations. Structure teams for landscape architecture projects with a clear understanding of project roles and responsibilities. Advocate for quality procedures applicable to the landscape architecture technical practice group and continuously apply thorough self-checks and reviews of deliverables before sharing them. Implement safety in design standards and procedures, and report on safety within and outside the work environment, including any incidents or near misses that may impact staff. Contribute to and participate in one of the U+P steering committees that promote integration, knowledge sharing, digital integration, or diversity and inclusion. Organise internal libraries and update the internal landscape architecture capabilities statement. Promote innovation and change in landscape architecture graphics across projects and document these changes for broader team use. Lead and present internal and external workshops, driving outcomes that benefit projects and the studio. May be required to act as Project Manager on small to medium-sized discipline-specific projects. Has an excellent understanding of project delivery requirements and is well-versed with the company’s procedures. Should be well-versed in using Earned Value Management to assess design progress against budget. Has the ability to build and maintain client relationships. Attend client meetings as the technical lead to gather information, discuss project requirements, and explain/ defend work. Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals—the ability to present solutions to clients professionally and technically competently. Understand bid requirements and be able to support putting together the' technical approach and methodologies' while supporting the delivery structure, coordinating input, and implementing the commercial aspects of bids. Supports business development and selling initiatives to expand work assignments, including managing client relationships and expectations. Assists with proposal development and participates in creating bids and technical write-ups for proposals. Leads communication with clients to discuss work scope, requests information to support project execution and receives client comments on draft work products. Presents to clients, senior leadership and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress and clearly explain design principles. Responsible for coordinating with the other disciplines to ensure no design gaps and provide fully coordinated design deliverables. <br>Qualifications<br> Minimum 10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, with demonstrated expertise in project design and delivery Bachelors degree in the relevant discipline field. Masters degree preferred. Working towards professional membership in Urban Design or Architecture e.g. RIBA or equivalent in the relevant discipline degree. ping junior design professionals <br>Please note: Applicants should upload a portfolio demonstrating landscape architecture design work along with their application.<br> <br>Additional Information<br> <br>At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.<br> <br>About AECOM<br> <br>AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.<br> <br>AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.<br> <br>What makes AECOM a great place to work<br> <br>You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.<br> <br>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.<br> <br>Req ID: J10159165<br> <br>Business Line: U&P<br> <br>Business Group: DCS<br> <br>Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa<br> <br>Career Area: Design<br> <br>Work Location Model: Hybrid
ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company)
UAE
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<br> Job Purpose <br><p>Manage, supervise and control the development and implementation of a diverse range of major Multi-disciplined engineering projects from initial inception through to completion and handover, relating to new plants, facilities and modifications to existing plant and systems. In addition, to ensure optimal and economic development of projects consistent with Shareholders guidelines.</p><br><br><br>Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 1) <br><p>• Lead/provide technical input into proposal/conceptual developments; coordinates design, materials specification and technically manages procurement and contract tendering stages.<br>• Interface with external parties, and ensures that appropriate codes, practices and standards are.<br>• Manage Project Management Consultant(s) and ensures that effective site supervision and project administration is carried out; provides information to management on project progress.<br>• Lead teams in developing strategies for implementation of Major development projects<br>• Direct the project management teams through all phases of project execution i.e. from project initiation up to commissioning and start up.<br>• Manage multinational contractors ensuring that projects are implemented in accordance with sound project management principles in full compliance with HSE requirements/guidelines within the specified time, cost and other set objectives.<br>• Lead and/or participate in divisional or companywide committees, as assigned and provide guidance and expertise in his area of specialization and lead related discussions and meetings.<br>• Direct and coordinate the activities of teams of multi-discipline engineers in a designated Field. Performs supervisory functions and exercises financial authority at the level established by management for the position.<br>• Review a variety of source material and participate in a range of meetings to establish future project requirements in the assigned field. Provides basic technical and administrative input to take projects from initial inception stage to drafting and submission of requirements proposals. Includes defining, revising and refining scopes and objectives, obtaining or arranging to obtain background data on potential cost and technical feasibility, and advising alternatives where appropriate. <br>• Participate in the refinement of initial proposals into coherent viable project plans. Directs and participates in the revision and refinement of initial project designs, specifications, costs, and phasing preparation of project strategy in conjunction with user department and other divisions such Finance, Commercial Support, etc.<br>• Initiate and approve the preparation of overall work programs, terms of reference for contractors, projects standards and working procedures. Establishes the basis for project execution phase.<br>• Ensure that all projects are implemented in accordance with sound project management principles and established Company procedures and standards. Initiates/manages pre-qualification of bidders list, exercises overall control over the budget and cost of the project and each contract, vetting authorization for expenditure. Reviews and endorses contract purchase and subcontracts recommendations and variation orders throughout all phases of the project and ensures that approved plans are updated accordingly.<br>• Ensure the preparation of the Department’s safety program on the project and oversees compliance with the Company’s safety rules and regulations. Evaluates and audits adherence to same and takes necessary remedial measures to correct and overcome deficiencies.</p><br><br><br>Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 2) <br><p>• Ensure that the project is executed in a safe manner and that all contractors adhere to approved safety procedures and method statements for carrying out works / contracts awarded.<br>• Advise Management of anticipated completion date of the project for subsequent start up planning. Assist in development of start-up plan and manning requirements. Authorizes alternate studies such as shop vs. field fabricated pipe, concrete vs. Steel structures etc. and agree in consultation on completion of portions of the plant for acceptance by end user.<br>• Coordinate overall financial matters pertaining to the project, such as currency requirements and restrictions, import duty exceptions, financial forecasts, etc.<br>• Carry out other similar related duties such as attending Tender Board Meetings, reporting on the financial situation of the project. Appraises contractor’s overall performance for quality, cost, schedule and safety and ensures corrective actions are taken. Prepares weekly highlights and monthly progress reports covering all engineering, procurement and construction activities.<br>• Accountable for efficiently managing all projects within budgets and in accordance with Company policies, directives, engineering and project management standards. Poor decisions can involve significant financial losses due to changes of scope, re-work and program delays e.g. the possible consequences of lost production targets.<br>• Sets and oversees observance of quality and control standards for all activities carried out under his jurisdiction in assigned projects.<br>• Develop and manage definition, design and execution of projects to meet company’s objectives and guidelines on field development activities.<br>• Manage the technical integrity of surface facilities and project cost are maintained throughout the project life cycle.<br>• Deliver major development projects within the set targets on HSE, quality, cost and schedule<br>• Recommend acceptance / rejection of work programs and proposals related to his project execution and implementation.</p><br><br><br>Job Specific Accountabilities (Part 3) <br><br>Generic Accountabilities <br><p><strong>Management</strong><br>• Plan and supervise the activities of the personnel and resources of the Department to achieve the Division objectives in an efficient and cost-conscious manner while ensuring implementation of approved operational plans for the Department in line with Division objectives.<br>• Develop the knowledge, competencies and innovative spirit in the Department and support the establishment of Personal Development Plans (PDP’s), Succession Planning and Talent pipeline within the Department in coordination with the Human Capability Group to continuously develop employees with emphasis on UAE Nationals to meet Emiratization targets.<br><strong>Budgets and Operational Plans</strong><br>• Compile and provide input for preparation of the Division budgets and regularly monitor expenditure against approved the Department budget levels.<br>• Investigate, highlight and reconcile any significant variances to ensure effective performance and cost control.<br><strong>Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures</strong><br>• Lead the implementation of approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards, procedures and internal controls in order to support execution of the Division work programs in line with Company and International standards.<br><strong>Performance Management </strong><br>• Implement the Company Performance Management System for individuals within the Department in accordance with Company approved guidelines and continuously monitor the achievement of the Department KPIs related to the approved Annual Performance Management Contract and the Balanced Score Card.<br><strong>Organisation Structure and Development</strong><br>• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organisation structure for the Department that will best utilise human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.<br><strong>Innovation and Continuous Improvement</strong><br>• Encourage innovation, enhance employee motivation and support initiatives for implementation of Change Management to continuously improve operations and services.<br>• Propose improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the Department.<br><strong>Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability</strong><br>• Support the institution of an HSE culture and ensure compliance with relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines across the Department in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.<br>• Ensure adequate HSE training and induction for all Department employees to meet HSE standards.<br><strong>Management Information Systems (MIS) and Reports</strong><br>• Prepare all Department MIS and progress reports to provide accurate and timely reports and necessary information to Company Management to effectively manage the business.</p><br><br><br>Generic Accountabilities (continue) <br><br>Internal Communications & Working Relationships <br><p>• Frequent interactions with the Production teams and other functions/ directorates</p><br><br><br>External Communications & Working Relationships <br><p>• Frequent contacts with PMCs/Consultants</p><br><br><br>Minimum Qualification <br><p>Bachelor Degree Engineering or equivalent.</p><br><br><br>Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills <br><p>• 12 years of professional experience in Project Engineering/Execution in Oil & Gas projects including 5 years in leading multi-disciplined staff and Consultants / Contractors in defining and executing projects within the oil & gas industry<br>• Project management professional with sound knowledge of contracts, planning and budget / cost control requirements.<br>• Sound project management and leadership skills.</p><br><br><br>Professional Certifications <br><p>PMP</p><br><br><br>Work Condition, Physical effort & Work Environment <br><p><strong>Physical Effort</strong><br>Minimal</p><br><p><strong>Work Environment</strong><br>A/C environment, could be exposed to the prevailing weather conditions like heat, humidity & dust during occasional site visits.</p><br><br><br>Additional Details <br><p>Job Family / Sub Family: Projects / Projects, Facilities & Construction Management</p><br><br><br><br><br> </div>
Heriot-Watt University
UAE
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<p><span><strong>Role Title: Assistant Professor in Architecture </strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>Grade: G7</strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>Salary: AED 280,000 – 320,000 per annum including accommodation allowance (Depending on Experience)</strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>FTE and working pattern: Full-time </strong><i><strong>(1FTE); 35hrs per week</strong></i></span></p><br><p><span><strong>Contract Type: Teaching and Scholarship</strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>Department: School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society (EGIS)</strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>Location: Dubai Campus</strong></span></p><br><p><span><strong>About Heriot-Watt University</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Heriot-Watt University has established a reputation for world-class teaching and leading-edge, relevant research, which has made it one of the top UK universities for innovation, business and industry. </span></p><br><p><span>Heriot-Watt University has five campuses: three in the UK (Edinburgh, Scottish Borders and Orkney), one in Dubai and one in Malaysia. The University offers a highly distinctive range of degree programmes in the specialist areas of science, engineering, design, business and languages. Heriot-Watt is also Scotland's most international university, boasting the largest international student cohort.</span></p><br><p><span><strong>The School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Architecture was established as an undergraduate programme in Dubai 2015 in the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society. The School is one of the UK’s leaders for multidisciplinary research and teaching in areas critical to economic development and societal equity.</span></p><br><p><span>On our Dubai campus we teach civil engineering, architectural engineering, architecture, construction management and quantity surveying.We offer a high quality educational experience underpinned by practical and laboratory teaching, and informed by contact with professional practice.Our degree programmes hold the appropriate accreditation from the relevant professional body.This educational philosophy ensures excellent employment prospects for all of our graduates.</span></p><br><p><span><strong>The Architecture Programme</strong></span></p><br><p><span>Heriot Watt University has a strong global identity, and the identity of the Architecture programme is forged through its strategic location in Dubai, creating an opportunity for students to study on a recognized UK course while experiencing a global education. The progressive approach of the programme places an emphasis on educating innovative and resilient architecture graduates capable of working as architectural professionals who can both lead and collaborate across teams. </span></p><br><p><span>The UAE is located at a crossroads between east and west and offers students of architecture the opportunity to engage with relevant and challenging global issues that include: designing for climate change, resilient cities, environmental needs, resource shortages, growing population and the UAE’s progressive culture with its emphasis on advanced technologies, sustainability, innovation and entrepreneurial culture. The Architecture curriculum is aligned with the criteria set by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) for a RIBA Part 1 course.</span></p><br><p><span>HWUD Architecture is developing a strong identity as the only RIBA Part 1 accredited programme in Dubai. Starting September 2025 we introduced Master of Architecture aligned with RIBA part 2. The programme has a strong focus on contextual design and addressing contemporary issues. The Architecture team benefits from diverse international staff including practising architects, academics and built environment specialists with excellent links into practice and the profession. The programme as a part of the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society provides students and faculty with opportunities for research and collaborative working. Our programme benefits from close links to architectural practices ensuring the relevance of our teaching and offering exciting opportunities to work in areas relevant to the academic community and employers in the UAE, Gulf region and internationally.</span></p><br><p><span>Heriot Watt University is looking to expand our global team of academics working in the field of Architecture and Sustainable Design. Consequently, the School is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Architecture. The successful candidate will be based in Dubai but will engage with a team that spans our global footprint.</span></p><br><p><span><strong><u>Detailed Description</u></strong></span></p><br><br><p><span>This is an exciting opportunity to develop a leading role in the development and delivery of innovative teaching and scholarship. Heriot-Watt University is known for its research-informed course delivery and the global multi-campus education it provides. The successful applicant will have a student-centred approach to pedagogy and curriculum design and will be encouraged to innovate. </span><br><span>This is an exciting time to join an already successful team. It is expected that the applicant will have expertise in one or more of the following areas:</span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>architectural design</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>digital platforms for design</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>history and theories of architecture</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>sustainable design </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>construction and technology</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span>Previous teaching experience and a commitment to the student experience are essential. Evidence of innovation in teaching delivery is desirable. Applicants must also possess demonstrable team working and communication skills. The candidate must hold an internationally recognized post graduate degree in Architecture (RIBA and/or ARB or NAAB or other internationally recognized accreditation).</span></p><br><p><br><span><strong><u>Key Duties and Responsibilities</u></strong></span><br><span>The successful appointee will be expected to undertake the following:</span></p><br><p><br><span><strong><u>Learning and Teaching</u></strong></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Develop and contribute as required to the delivery of an innovative Postgraduate Master of Architecture (RIBA Part 2) programme and the Undergraduate BA (Hons) Architecture programme, RIBA Part 1 accredited.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Contribute to the design and delivery of the curriculum in the programme. Develop and teach several courses appropriate to your area of expertise and as outlined by the programme.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Work closely with the Global Head of Discipline for Architecture and the Architecture team to develop the programme and explore new innovative courses and learning and teaching methods as aligned with RIBA Professional Criteria for Validation and the graduate attributes.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Design, prepare and develop a range of learning and teaching materials appropriate to the subject area to meet the learning outcomes for those course/s as aligned to the RIBA educational framework.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Undertake scholarly activity related to the effective delivery of the curriculum and maintain subject expertise aligned to the latest developments in the field of architecture, technology, and contemporary issues. </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Be responsible for providing effective, well documented, and timely feedback, both formative and summative, to students.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Contribute to the monitoring of the quality of learning and teaching through course monitoring, contributing to quality assurance across the programme, School and University.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Provide appropriate pastoral support recognising the varied cultural backgrounds of the student cohorts.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Stay abreast of developments in architecture education and ensure that these developments are reflected in the evolution of the learning and teaching methods employed on the programme; </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Work with the team to develop further opportunities for student placements, Internship and student mentoring with the profession that enhances the existing strong industry engagement within the programme;</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Conduct assessment and moderation across the discipline area, ensuring this is rigorous, fair and clear and undertaken within the policies established by the School and University. </span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><strong><u>Research and Knowledge Exchange</u></strong></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Carry out self-managed scholarly activity and to make professional contributions to their area of expertise.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Continue to develop your professional expertise through CPD and membership of either RIBA/ ARB or International Professional membership.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Exhibit design work at exhibitions and end of year shows. Publish student outputs and enter student work for international prizes and awards such as the RIBA President’s Medals.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Contribute technical and research expertise where relevant to potential live and research projects.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span><strong><u>Academic Management and Administration </u></strong></span></p><br><ul><li><p><span>Undertake administrative tasks associated with programme planning, preparation for examination and progression boards, course development teams etc. </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Provide academic leadership in the key areas of design, construction and technology, representation and history and theories that are the core of the programme course structure.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Participate fully in admissions processes, selection and induction of students;</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Take a proactive role both internally and externally in promoting and marketing programmes of study, ensuring the effective and efficient recruitment of students and the achievement of home and international recruitment targets; </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Participate as a member of appropriate committees as required.</span></p><br></li></ul><p><span>Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve. </span><br><span>We will measure applicants based on the essential criteria, not by the key duties. Heriot-Watt Dubai delivers classes during the daytime, evenings and Saturdays. Depending on the schedule for the semester the classes you teach may be in the day, evening or Saturday.</span><br></p><br><p><span><strong><u>Education, Qualifications and Experience (i.e. Person Specification)</u></strong></span><br><span><strong>Essential</strong>:</span></p><br><ol><li><p><span>A post graduate degree in Architecture (RIBA and/or ARB or NAAB or internationally accredited) </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>In depth knowledge of your profession and discipline including relevant academic and professional experience </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Evidence of creative design pedagogy and a critical design approach achieved in student outputs (projects, prizes, buildings) and your personal design projects </span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Evidence of your ability and experience to teach UG/PG Design Studio and related taught courses.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Evidence of delivering innovation through your teaching /or professional practice, design and technology</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Expertise in delivering courses in one additional area including Architectural Representation, History and Theory, Professional Practice and Construction and Technology, Research methods and Sustainability in Design</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>A good working knowledge of relevant digital technologies (for example, one or more of: Rhino/Revit/BIM/Auto-cad/Grasshopper)</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>An understanding of the RIBA educational framework and experience of teaching or learning on a RIBA validated course OR international equivalent.</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ability to lead a small team across disciplines, work independently and /or as part of a team</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>A clear research interest aligned with the programme academic position and the research institutes within the school</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Demonstrable oral, drawn representation and written communications skills. </span></p><br></li></ol><p><span><strong><u>Desirable</u></strong></span></p><br><ol><li><p><span>RIBA Part 3 Qualification</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>PhD or equivalent terminal degree</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Fellow of Higher Education Academy</span></p><br></li><li><p><span>Ability to run a ‘real design student </span></p></li></ol> </div>