Our client a leading Architectural and Engineering practice has an urgent requirement for a Resident Engineer for a large residential project in Dubai. Previous experience in Dubai with strong FIDIC knowledge and experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Core Job Responsibilities:
- Review project design(s) and schematics for quality, technical competence, and code and standards compliance,
- Monitor the progress and quality of a project and resolve problems and project barriers by identifying strategies and approaches to overcome barriers
- Contract Administration according to various versions of FIDIC Conditions of Contracts.
- Review and comment on Contractor's program of works
- Review tender documents and give advice on technical & documental flaws.
- Review of shop drawings and mix design related to Structural works.
- Review all structural members including post tension and pre-cast engineering works prior to concreting.
- Liaise with the relevant client(s) and make necessary coordination to solve issues pertaining to client's requirements.
- Knowledge and compliance with updated authority regulations, relevant standards & codes.
- Engineering advice to assist in solving problems in collaboration with other relevant team members.
- Ensure the test and inspections are performed, witnessed and documented in accordance with approved procedure.
- Ensure that personnel of the assigned group are engaged in safe work practices in compliance with site-specific safety procedure and industry standards.
- Identify, evaluate and estimate levels of risks involved in projects, their comparison against benchmarks or standards and determination of an acceptable level of risks.
- Attends meetings, write MOM, resolve design or construction problems, meet with contractors / sub-consultants / clients and relevant officials, when required.
- Establish a communication schedule to update all relevant parties (in-house/out-house) for progress.
- Ensure that projects are built in accordance with agreed plans, standards and estimates.
- Review and interpret specifications of design & construction contracts.
- Inspect construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
- Determine the resources (time, staff, equipment, etc.) required and its allocation to complete the project.
- Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities in collaboration with Leads or Management.
- Monitor team performance & strive to improve weak areas of team members by effective guidance.
- Team members lacking in performance despite guidance to be reported to Management for action to avoid fall in the effectiveness of the company.
- Ensure team is working within scope and time constraints committed on the project.
- Manage the overall change control processes and quality assurance aspects of the project to ensure project success.
- Review the IFC package to ensure it includes all documents required for the project.
Educational & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor's /master's degree in civil engineering or Structural Engineering
- 10-15 years of experience in civil/structural engineering, of which at least
5+ years should be in a Resident Engineer or Senior Site Engineer capacity. - Proven record in handling multi-disciplinary projects (residential, commercial, or infrastructure).
- UAE / GCC experience is a strong advantage due to local authority codes and site practices.
- Chartered Engineer (CEng / MICE / PE / PMP / RICS) - adds credibility.
- Membership in recognized engineering bodies (IEI, ASCE, ICE, PMI, etc.).
- FIDIC Contract Training / Certification - often required for projects following FIDIC conditions.
- Safety Certification (e.g., NEBOSH or equivalent) - for site safety compliance.
- Expert knowledge of design and construction codes (BS, ACI, ASTM, AS, etc.)
- Strong grasp of FIDIC contract administration and tender management
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Primavera (P6), or MS Project
- Deep understanding of QA/QC, site supervision, and inspection procedures
- Knowledge of authority regulations (Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DM, DDA, etc.)
