Resident Engineer

Job Title: Resident Engineer

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all site-based construction activities for a residential development, ensuring alignment with approved IFC drawings, project specifications, and Dubai Municipality regulations.
• Supervise contractor operations, monitor productivity and workmanship standards, and take timely action to address delays, risks, or quality issues.
• Review and authorize material submissions, shop drawings, method statements, and inspection test plans (ITPs) to maintain strict quality compliance.
• Evaluate project schedules and cash flow projections, monitor progress against agreed timelines, and prepare detailed progress and risk updates for the Developer.
• Examine variation claims, verify completed works before payment approvals, and identify potential cost impacts with recommended mitigation measures.
• Coordinate effectively with consultants, architects, structural and MEP engineers, as well as local authorities, to secure required inspections and approvals.
• Lead testing and commissioning activities, manage snag lists and rectifications, and ensure complete handover documentation including as-built drawings.
• Contribute to upcoming developments through design reviews, value engineering initiatives, contractor prequalification, and overall construction oversight.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 10 years of construction experience within the UAE, including prior experience as a Resident Engineer on residential or mixed-use projects.
• In-depth understanding of Dubai regulatory and authority approval procedures.
• Proven capability to independently manage contractors and oversee site execution.
• Strong technical knowledge with excellent reporting and documentation skills.
• Professional, accountable, and ethical approach to project leadership.
• Detail-focused, commercially aware, and proactive with strong decision-making and leadership abilities on site.

Interested candidates can share their CVs at parth@hirerightt.ca