SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

The Civil Engineering Manager will provide expert civil engineering leadership and oversight across all phases of the High-Speed Rail (HSR) project. Operating as part of a consultancy team, the role supports project delivery by ensuring technical excellence, coordination of multidisciplinary teams, and compliance with all relevant standards and client requirements.

• Oversee and guide all civil engineering aspects of station, alignment, structures, and infrastructure works associated with the HSR project.
• Coordinate and review civil design deliverables, ensuring quality, completeness, constructability, and compliance with project specifications and regulatory standards.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination: Interface with architecture, MEP, track, systems, and other project disciplines to ensure integrated and coordinated solutions.
• Provide civil engineering expertise at all project stages—including feasibility, design, procurement, and construction phases—to support decision-making and resolve technical challenges.
• Identify and manage civil engineering risks, participate in value engineering exercises, and drive practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure designs and works adhere to local and international standards, safety and environmental regulations, and HSR-specific requirements.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, public authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and resolve issues.
• Prepare, review, and maintain civil engineering documentation, records, progress reports, and technical briefs.
• Provide expert input during construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing contractor submissions, and participating in site inspections.
• Support the development and mentoring of junior civil engineers within the project team.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in civil engineering, with significant experience managing large-scale rail, infrastructure, or transportation projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE or equivalent) registration preferred.
• Sound knowledge of railway-specific civil works, including earthworks, structures, drainage, utilities, and geotechnical considerations.
• Experience working within in consultancy environment on major projects.
• Proficiency in civil design and analysis software (e.g., Civil 3D, MicroStation, Bentley, etc.) and familiarity with BIM processes.
• Strong understanding of relevant codes, standards, and regulations (local and international).
• Excellent organizational, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Previous experience on high-speed rail or major rail infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environment) best practices.
• Experience with digital project management tools and collaborative platforms.
• Preferably with UAE or GCC experience.

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.