Lead Civil Engineer

Are you an experienced Civil Engineering professional with a strong background in Oil & Gas EPC projects? We are looking for a highly skilled Lead Civil Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversee civil engineering and construction activities across major industrial projects.

As Lead Civil Engineer
, you will and play a key role in delivering complex EPC projects while ensuring excellence in safety, quality, schedule, and cost performance.

• Develop, review, and implement construction strategies, methodologies, and work sequences for civil works.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Optimize manpower, equipment, and resource utilization across project sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure adherence to construction standards.
• Resolve complex construction challenges and
• escalate critical issues when necessary.

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to civil engineers, site engineers, and supervisors.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, and design modifications.
• Ensure design constructability and develop practical solutions for field challenges.
• Drive value engineering initiatives to optimize quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.

• Ensure all civil works meet approved quality standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and approvals with QA/QC teams.
• Monitor workmanship and implement measures to minimize rework.
• Review NCRs and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.

• Champion compliance with HSE policies, project safety standards, and industry regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits related to civil construction activities.
• Foster a strong safety culture across all project teams.

• Coordinate closely with Project Planning, Procurement, Engineering, QA/QC, and HSE teams.
• Engage with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and external stakeholders.
• Participate in technical meetings, inspections, and project progress reviews.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with project quality, safety, and contractual requirements.

• Prepare and review daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Maintain records of inspections, quality activities, NCRs, and corrective actions.
• Support project handover through preparation of as-built documentation and closeout packages.
• Identify and mitigate technical, quality, safety, and schedule risks.
• Develop practical solutions to minimize delays and cost overruns.
• Support project teams in achieving successful project delivery objectives.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering and construction projects within the:
  Oil & Gas, EPC, Power, Marine, Industrial Plants, Infrastructure sectors.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role managing multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
• Strong expertise in:
  Civil & Structural Engineering, Construction Methodologies, Engineering Design Review, Project Delivery and Execution, Quality Management, HSE Compliance.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's Degree preferred)

• Proficiency in: STAAD Pro, AutoCAD, Primavera P6, BIM Software, Other Civil Engineering & Project Management Tools
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Advanced technical knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
• Sound understanding of international engineering codes, standards, and regulations
• Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to project success

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC Mega projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.