Senior Resident Engineer - Building Construction

Senior Resident Engineer
- Building Construction Job Snapshot
- Role:
Senior Resident Engineer

- Location:

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

- Experience:

Minimum 25 years in building engineering, with experience managing large-scale construction projects
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement:
On-site

AECOM is seeking a highly experienced Senior Resident Engineer to oversee large-scale building construction projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This senior engineering position involves leading on-site construction supervision, coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, monitoring construction quality, and ensuring that project activities comply with approved specifications, UAE regulations, and established performance requirements. The successful candidate will bring at least 25 years of experience in building engineering, including a proven record of managing complex construction projects in the Middle East.

The role requires strong technical leadership, comprehensive knowledge of construction methodologies, and the ability to manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and stakeholder relationships. The Senior Resident Engineer will also support sustainable construction practices, Building Information Modelling (BIM) coordination, and continuous improvement in project delivery.

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

• - Lead and supervise the on-site engineering team to ensure effective execution of construction activities.
• - Oversee large-scale building construction works in accordance with approved project plans, specifications, and schedules.
• - Monitor construction progress and coordinate engineering activities to maintain alignment with project objectives.
• - Provide technical direction to site engineers and support the resolution of construction-related challenges.
• - Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to improve communication, construction efficiency, and overall project performance.
• - Identify opportunities to improve construction processes and address issues affecting project execution.

• - Conduct regular site inspections to evaluate workmanship, construction materials, and compliance with project specifications.
• - Monitor construction quality and ensure that engineering works meet applicable technical standards.
• - Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, and change orders within the responsibilities of the position.
• - Ensure construction activities comply with UAE building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• - Apply established quality control procedures to support consistent construction standards.
• - Coordinate corrective measures when technical deficiencies or construction quality concerns are identified.

• - Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to support efficient construction delivery.
• - Monitor project performance against established objectives and identify potential operational challenges.
• - Develop and implement practical solutions to address construction constraints and improve project efficiency.
• - Work with relevant project teams to coordinate resources and maintain effective construction progress.
• - Support timely decision-making through technical assessments, progress monitoring, and project performance reporting.

• - Maintain effective communication with clients, contractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• - Coordinate the resolution of technical issues affecting construction activities.
• - Participate in project discussions and provide engineering input on construction progress and technical matters.
• - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain alignment between engineering requirements and project execution.
• - Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations for clients, management, and other stakeholders.
• - Communicate significant construction issues and proposed solutions to the relevant project personnel.

• - Implement and oversee sustainable construction practices in accordance with project requirements.
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