Senior Engineer ICT

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior ICT / Digital Infrastructure Engineer with 1015 years of relevant experience in the planning and design of site-wide ICT infrastructure Outside Plant (OSP) networks fibre optic connectivity and telecommunications infrastructure for large-scale masterplanning urban development and infrastructure projects

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading ICT infrastructure design activities across various project stages from Concept Master Planning (CMP) and Detailed Master Planning (DMP) through Concept Design Detailed Design and IFC

The role requires strong technical expertise in ICT passive infrastructure multidisciplinary design coordination and familiarity with UAE and KSA authority requirements and international standards

Key Responsibilities

1. Site-Wide ICT & OSP Infrastructure Design

• Lead the planning and design of site-wide ICT and telecommunications infrastructure for large-scale developments mixed-use communities and infrastructure projects
• Develop OSP infrastructure designs including underground duct networks multiway duct banks manholes handholes chambers and associated civil infrastructure
• Design fibre optic backbone and distribution networks including FTTx GPON passive optical networks and fibre ring topologies
• Develop ICT network connectivity strategies including network topology fibre allocation redundancy diversity and capacity planning
• Plan and coordinate telecom infrastructure facilities including Points of Presence (POP) Main Distribution Rooms (MMR) and network interface locations.
• Develop infrastructure requirements and connectivity provisions for Smart City ITS security IoT and other site-wide technology systems
• Coordinate GSM/mobile telecommunications infrastructure requirements including macro tower plot allocations fibre and power connectivity and interfaces with telecom operators

2. Engineering Design & Technical Deliverables

• Prepare and review ICT design reports Basis of Design documents technical specifications drawings and Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
• Develop site-wide ICT network schematics fibre connectivity diagrams duct allocation schedules and infrastructure layouts
• Perform preliminary ICT network capacity assessments fibre core allocation duct sizing and infrastructure demand calculations
• Ensure designs comply with relevant international standards (TIA BICSI ISO/IEC ITU-T) and applicable local authority requirements

3. Multidisciplinary Coordination & Project Delivery

• Coordinate closely with masterplanning roads utilities electrical ITS security and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated infrastructure design
• Coordinate ICT utility corridors road crossings network interfaces and infrastructure tie-ins with existing and proposed networks
• Liaise with clients telecommunications operators authorities and specialist subconsultants to resolve technical requirements and design interfaces
• Provide technical guidance to engineers designers and BIM/CAD teams ensuring the quality and timely delivery of project documentation
• Participate in design reviews technical workshops and authority coordination meetings

Qualifications :

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in ICT Telecommunications Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• 1015 years of relevant engineering experience with substantial hands-on experience in site-wide ICT infrastructure and OSP design
• Demonstrated experience delivering ICT infrastructure designs for large-scale masterplanning urban developments infrastructure and public realm projects
• Strong knowledge of fibre optic networks telecom duct infrastructure network topology and passive ICT systems
• Familiarity with telecommunications operator requirements and applicable UAE/KSA regulations
• Experience coordinating with Civil 3D Revit and BIM-based design workflows.
• Strong experience preparing technical reports design calculations specifications BOQs and tender documentation
• Experience in multidisciplinary engineering consultancy environments
• CCNP BICSI RCDD OSP Designer (OSP) or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience with major infrastructure and masterplanning projects in the UAE KSA or wider GCC region
• Familiarity with Smart City infrastructure ITS communications networks security network connectivity and IoT infrastructure requirements

Additional Information :

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About AECOM 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract