Location: Dubai UAE Project Type: Residential Development Reporting To: Chairman and Project client Representative
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Resident Engineer to oversee all on-site engineering and construction activities for an ongoing residential development project in Dubai.
The selected candidate will be fully assigned to the current project during its active construction phase with the opportunity to transition into future real estate developments within our expanding project pipeline.
This role requires full project commitment strong technical leadership and the ability to safeguard quality timelines costs and compliance across all stages of development.
Primary Responsibilities Current Projects
1. Site Supervision & Execution Control
Oversee all on-site construction activities to ensure compliance with approved IFC drawings and specifications
Monitor contractor performance productivity and workmanship
Ensure adherence to Dubai Municipality regulations and authority requirements
Identify risks delays or quality concerns and implement corrective measures
2. Quality Assurance & Technical Compliance
Enforce strict quality control standards
Review and approve material submittals shop drawings method statements and ITPs
Conduct inspections and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs)
Ensure high standards of finishing and execution
3. Planning Monitoring & Reporting
Review contractor programs of work and cash flow forecasts
Track progress against baseline schedule
Lead weekly coordination and progress meetings
Prepare structured progress and risk reports for the Developer
4. Cost & Variation Oversight
Review variation orders and assess technical justifications
Validate work completion prior to interim payment certifications
Monitor potential cost overruns and provide mitigation recommendations
5. Authority & Stakeholder Coordination
Liaise with Dubai Municipality and relevant authorities
Coordinate with consultants architects structural and MEP engineers
Ensure timely inspections approvals and documentation
6. Project Closeout & Handover
Oversee testing and commissioning
Manage snagging and rectification process
Ensure submission of as-built drawings and handover documentation
Future Project Involvement
Upon completion or stabilization of the current development the Resident Engineer will:
Support the planning and technical review of upcoming developments
Participate in design reviews and value engineering exercises
Contribute to contractor selection and pre-construction planning
Establish quality control frameworks for future projects
Oversee construction execution for new projects within the portfolio
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering
Minimum 10 years of UAE construction experience
Proven experience as Resident Engineer on residential or mixed-use developments
Strong knowledge of Dubai Municipality regulations and authority processes
Demonstrated ability to manage contractors independently
Strong reporting and documentation skills
Core Competencies
Technical Authority
Strong Site Leadership
Detail-Oriented
Cost-Conscious
Decisive & Proactive
High Integrity & Accountability
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Job Title: Resident Engineer Location: Dubai UAEProject Type: Residential DevelopmentReporting To: Chairman and Project client Representative Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Resident Engineer to oversee all on-site engineering and construction activities for an ongoi...
Job Title: Resident Engineer
Location: Dubai UAE Project Type: Residential Development Reporting To: Chairman and Project client Representative
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Resident Engineer to oversee all on-site engineering and construction activities for an ongoing residential development project in Dubai.
The selected candidate will be fully assigned to the current project during its active construction phase with the opportunity to transition into future real estate developments within our expanding project pipeline.
This role requires full project commitment strong technical leadership and the ability to safeguard quality timelines costs and compliance across all stages of development.
Primary Responsibilities Current Projects
1. Site Supervision & Execution Control
Oversee all on-site construction activities to ensure compliance with approved IFC drawings and specifications
Monitor contractor performance productivity and workmanship
Ensure adherence to Dubai Municipality regulations and authority requirements
Identify risks delays or quality concerns and implement corrective measures
2. Quality Assurance & Technical Compliance
Enforce strict quality control standards
Review and approve material submittals shop drawings method statements and ITPs
Conduct inspections and manage non-conformance reports (NCRs)
Ensure high standards of finishing and execution
3. Planning Monitoring & Reporting
Review contractor programs of work and cash flow forecasts
Track progress against baseline schedule
Lead weekly coordination and progress meetings
Prepare structured progress and risk reports for the Developer
4. Cost & Variation Oversight
Review variation orders and assess technical justifications
Validate work completion prior to interim payment certifications
Monitor potential cost overruns and provide mitigation recommendations
5. Authority & Stakeholder Coordination
Liaise with Dubai Municipality and relevant authorities
Coordinate with consultants architects structural and MEP engineers
Ensure timely inspections approvals and documentation
6. Project Closeout & Handover
Oversee testing and commissioning
Manage snagging and rectification process
Ensure submission of as-built drawings and handover documentation
Future Project Involvement
Upon completion or stabilization of the current development the Resident Engineer will:
Support the planning and technical review of upcoming developments
Participate in design reviews and value engineering exercises
Contribute to contractor selection and pre-construction planning
Establish quality control frameworks for future projects
Oversee construction execution for new projects within the portfolio
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering
Minimum 10 years of UAE construction experience
Proven experience as Resident Engineer on residential or mixed-use developments
Strong knowledge of Dubai Municipality regulations and authority processes
Demonstrated ability to manage contractors independently