Senior Civil Engineer

Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer (G-Category Licensed)

Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates
-Preferred Nationalities: Indian or Filipino
- Valid Dubai Municipality Licensed Civil Engineer

Job Type: Contractual (project based)

Experience: 5-10 years (senior roles 8years)

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with a valid G-category license to join their growing construction team in Dubai. The role covers design execution and supervision of building projects up to the height/level permitted by the engineers G-category license (G1 G2 G3 G4 G5 G unlimited) as per Dubai Municipality regulations. The engineer will work on various projects across Dubai ensuring compliance with local building codes and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and submit design drawings BOQs and method statements in line with Dubai Building Codes and the specific G-license limits.

- Coordinate with architects MEP consultants and contractors to ensure compliance with the approved G-level scope.

- Oversee day to day construction activities ensuring work meets G-license specifications safety standards and quality benchmarks.

- Conduct regular site inspections maintain inspection logs and issue site directives.

- Liaise with Dubai Municipality and other local authorities to obtain necessary permits and G-license endorsements for all G levels.

- Ensure all submissions (drawings structural calculations risk assessments) are signed and stamped by the G-licensed engineer.

- Maintain up to date project documentation: daily reports progress photos variation orders and closeout files.

- Prepare and present project status updates to senior management and clients.

- Implement and enforce UAE safety regulations (e.g. Dubai Civil Defense OSHAD) and the specific safety requirements tied to the G-level of the project.

- Mentor junior engineers and support staff on G-license requirements and best practices for all G levels.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.

- Valid G-category license issued by Dubai Municipality (any G level: G1 G2 G3 G4 G5 G unlimited).

- Minimum 5years of UAE/Gulf construction experience; senior roles require 8years.

- Proficiency in AutoCAD Revit Tekla Primavera / MSProject and structural analysis software.

- Strong knowledge of Dubai Building Codes Dubai Municipality regulations and G-license scope limits for all G levels.

- Excellent English (written & spoken); Arabic is a plus.

- Ability to travel and work on multiple sites across Dubai.