Assistant Resident Engineer - Residential Construction

Assistant Resident Engineer
- Residential Construction Job Snapshot
- Role:
Assistant Resident Engineer

- Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Industry: Civil Engineering
- Function:
Construction

- Experience:

Minimum 20 years of senior construction supervision or management experience, plus 5 years in a senior technical position; 25 years of experience in complex projects, including 10 years in residential projects
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

AECOM is seeking an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer to support major residential construction projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position involves leading construction supervision activities, coordinating multidisciplinary site teams and overseeing project delivery in accordance with approved specifications, contractual requirements, schedules and quality standards. Reporting to the Director of Supervision or Project Director, the successful candidate will oversee AECOM 's assigned construction supervision services and serve as a principal point of contact for the client on engineering, construction and contractual matters within the agreed scope of work.

The role requires extensive experience in residential horizontal developments or high-rise buildings, including project start‑up, construction execution and handover. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong construction management capabilities, knowledge of FIDIC-based contracts, effective leadership and a commitment to safety, quality and successful project delivery.

- Country:
United Arab Emirates
- City:
Abu Dhabi
- Industry: Civil Engineering
- Function:
Construction
- Salary:
Not disclosed
- Gender: No Preference
- Candidate Nationality:
Not specified
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

• - Lead the delivery of assigned construction packages in accordance with project time, cost and quality objectives.
• - Supervise contractors to ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications and contractual requirements.
• - Monitor construction progress against established project milestones.
• - Direct the supervision team in conducting daily inspections of construction works.
• - Identify construction issues and coordinate their timely resolution.
• - Oversee technical activities associated with residential development and building construction.
• - Monitor contractor performance and ensure construction requirements are implemented effectively.
• - Support successful project execution from mobilization through construction completion and handover.

• - Establish and implement the Project Execution Plan within the assigned scope of services.
• - Develop relevant project requirements, procedures and supporting documentation.
• - Establish programme requirements for different project areas and construction activities.
• - Coordinate the preparation and implementation of project schedules and execution plans.
• - Work with project managers, engineers and discipline heads to develop budgets, schedules and work plans.
• - Monitor progress against approved project programmes.
• - Identify conditions that may affect project costs, schedules, performance or client relationships.
• - Recommend appropriate actions to address construction and delivery challenges.

• - Administer FIDIC-based contracts or standalone construction contracts, as applicable.
• - Review contractual matters arising during construction supervision.
• - Advise the client on engineering and contractual issues within the agreed scope of work.
• - Discuss proposed scope changes with the client and relevant subcontractors.
• - Monitor instructions, commitments and contractual requirements associated with the project.
• - Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to address construction and contract administration matters.
• - Support effective management of project changes and associated documentation.
• - Maintain awareness of contractual obligations affecting construction delivery.

• - Establish and oversee the implementation of the Quality Control Plan.
• - Ensure construction works are inspected against approved specifications and project requirements.
• - Direct supervision personnel in monitoring construction quality.
• - Identify non-conforming works and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.
• - Monitor contractor compliance with applicable quality requirements.
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