Material Engineer (Landscape)

Core Responsibilities

• Material Selection & Approval: Reviewing and approving technical submittals, samples, and mock-ups for hardscape (pavers, stone) and softscape (soil, fertilizer) materials.
• QA/QC Site & System Monitoring: Conducting field inspections to verify materials upon delivery, ensuring proper storage, and monitoring installation to prevent defects.
• Laboratory & Field Testing: Supervising and analyzing tests for soil fertility, salinity, pH, concrete strength, and irrigation system pressure.
• Documentation: Maintaining material logs, issuing Material Inspection Requests (MIRs), and preparing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for substandard materials.
• Sustainability Compliance: Promoting the use of eco-friendly, sustainable materials and reviewing environmental product declarations (EPDs) in line with UAE green building regulations.

Key Materials Managed

• Hardscape: Interlocking pavers, kerbstones, natural stone cladding, asphalt, concrete, timber, WPC, and composite decking.
• Softscape: Topsoil, planting soil, soil conditioners, and fertilizers.
• Irrigation & Drainage: HDPE/uPVC pipes, valves, controllers, and drainage cells.
• Site Amenities: Playground safety surfacing, fencing, pergolas, and gazebos.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Materials Engineering.
• Experience: 3–10+ years of experience in landscaping, infrastructure, or building projects within the UAE/GCC region.
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of ASTM/BS standards, AutoCAD, and material testing procedures.
• Certifications: Dubai Central Laboratory (DCL) approval is often preferred.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills (often requiring English and sometimes Arabic) for coordination with contractors, consultants, and municipal authorities.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person