Fit-Out Project Engineer

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Fit-Out Project Engineer to manage and supervise interior fit-out projects from execution stage until final handover. The candidate should have strong experience in site coordination, project execution, subcontractor management, material follow-up, and client coordination within fast-paced fit-out projects.

The ideal candidate must be capable of handling multiple activities on site while ensuring quality, safety, and timely project completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and supervise interior fit-out works as per approved drawings and project specifications.
• Coordinate with consultants, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers for smooth project execution.
• Monitor daily site activities including civil, gypsum, ceiling, flooring, joinery, MEP coordination, painting, and finishing works.
• Prepare and manage lookahead schedules and ensure timely completion of project milestones.
• Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, and coordinate technical clarifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections to maintain quality standards and project requirements.
• Attend client meetings, consultant meetings, and internal coordination meetings.
• Ensure proper manpower allocation and productivity at site.
• Coordinate material deliveries and monitor site material consumption.
• Raise RFIs, WIRs, MIRs, and maintain proper project documentation.
• Track project progress and report daily/weekly updates to management.
• Coordinate with procurement and planning teams for smooth workflow.
• Ensure compliance with project safety requirements and company procedures.
• Handle snagging activities and final project handover documentation.
• Support quantity surveying and billing-related site measurements when required.
• Manage subcontractor performance and ensure work completion as per schedule.
• Resolve technical and execution-related issues at site effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years of UAE/GCC experience in interior fit-out projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, residential, retail, and office fit-out works.
• Experience in handling complete fit-out execution from drawing stage to handover.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Good knowledge of project coordination and site management.
• Experience in preparing progress reports and lookahead programs.
• Familiarity with authority regulations and consultant coordination.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• UAE Driving License is preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Office Fit-Out Projects
• Retail Fit-Out Projects
• Villa Interior Works
• Restaurant & Hospitality Fit-Out
• Joinery & Interior Finishing Coordination
• MEP Coordination in Fit-Out Projects

Skills

• Project Execution
• Site Coordination
• Fit-Out Management
• Material Coordination
• Client Handling
• Team Management
• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• Project Planning
• Quality Control
• Progress Monitoring
• Technical Coordination
• Snagging & Handover
• Time Management
• Problem Solving

Work Location: In person