Senior Resident Engineer

Job Description

Overview:
The Senior Resident Engineer will lead site supervision for large-scale mega giga developments including villa communities and high-rise buildings, ensuring delivery in line with design intent, UAE authority regulations, quality standards and project timelines. The role demands strong leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholders.

• Lead end-to-end site supervision for mega giga projects, mixed-use, villas, and high-rise developments.
• Ensure construction aligns with approved drawings, specifications and UAE authority requirements (DM, DDA, Trakhees, etc.).
• Manage and mentor Resident Engineers, inspectors and discipline engineers.
• Review and approve shop drawings, materials, method statements and technical submittals.
• Monitor project progress, KPIs and schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Drive quality assurance control and enforce HSE compliance across sites.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and government authorities.
• Lead resolution of complex technical and site issues.
• Review and validate progress payments, variations and claims.
• Provide executive-level reporting to stakeholders on progress, risks and mitigation plans.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 15 years of experience with significant UAE experience in consultancy supervision roles.
• Proven track record in mega giga projects, large-scale residential mixed-use developments.
• Strong experience in villa projects and high-rise buildings in the UAE.
• Deep knowledge of UAE construction regulations and authority approvals.
• Experience in managing multi-package high-value projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera, AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, Chartered Engineer) preferred.

• Leadership of large multidisciplinary teams.
• Mega project delivery expertise.
• Stakeholder and authority management.
• Risk and issue resolution.
• Quality, safety and compliance focus.

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee wellbeing program with 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness and nutrition.

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