Assistant Resident Engineer - Water - AECOM UAE

Assistant Resident Engineer - Water - AECOM - Abu Dhabi, UAE

This Assistant Resident Engineer - Water role in Abu Dhabi supports major water and infrastructure works, including pipelines, drainage systems, water treatment facilities, and associated utilities. The position assists the Resident Engineer with supervision, inspections, technical coordination, and documentation to ensure water-related works meet project specifications, regulatory standards, and AECOM quality expectations.

Country: UAE | City:
Abu Dhabi | Industry: Engineering | Function:
Civil & Structural Engineering | Salary:  monthly (Market estimated) | Gender: Any | Candidate Nationality:
Any | Job Type: Full-time

• Assist the Resident Engineer in supervising construction of pipelines, drainage systems, water treatment facilities, and related infrastructure.
• Conduct site inspections to verify water-related works comply with drawings, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Support resolution of technical issues related to potable water, wastewater, and drainage networks.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and project teams to ensure smooth execution of water system activities.
• Oversee inspection and testing of materials and workmanship for water infrastructure.
• Monitor commissioning and handover activities for completed water systems.
• Maintain daily records, inspection logs, material approvals, and progress reports.
• Document deviations, issues, or changes related to water systems and elevate to the Resident Engineer.
• Ensure health and safety compliance for all water-related construction activities.
• Review and validate contractor submittals including shop drawings, materials, and method statements.
• Monitor work progress, identify delays, and assist in mitigation planning with contractors.
• Liaise with authorities, stakeholders, and contractors on water-related technical matters.
• Manage documentation including permits, certificates, approvals, and archival files.
• Monitor environmental compliance related to wastewater, stormwater management, and pollution control.
• Promote sustainable water practices and environmentally friendly solutions on-site.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of water infrastructure construction, inspection, and testing.
• Experience with potable water, drainage, and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of UAE water-related standards and regulatory procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for resolving site technical issues.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills for working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage documentation, reports, and inspection workflows effectively.
• Strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Ability to support multiple tasks within fast-paced project environments.

• Water system supervision
• Pipeline and drainage inspection
• Material and testing verification
• Technical coordination and issue resolution
• Construction documentation management
• Health and safety compliance
• Environmental compliance for water systems
• Coordination with contractors and authorities
• Schedule monitoring and reporting

• Contribute to major water and utility projects shaping Abu Dhabi's infrastructure.
• Gain exposure to advanced engineering practices and multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Access world-class training, development programs, and long-term career opportunities.
• Work within a collaborative, safety-driven culture focused on quality and innovation.
• Build a strong career foundation with one of the world's leading engineering firms.

AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy active across the UAE, delivering innovative, sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and strong local presence, AECOM helps clients build smarter cities and resilient communities across the GCC and beyond.