Material Engineer; Interior Fit Joinery

Royal Joinery is a full‑service joinery, furniture and fit‑out specialist that delivers high‑profile projects from a single in‑house workshop. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented Material Engineer to manage and oversee all materials‑related activities for construction and fit‑out projects.

• Material Management & Submittals:
  • Prepare, review, and manage comprehensive material submittals in strict accordance with project specifications.
  • Ensure all proposed materials comply with approved drawings, design intent, and UAE authority standards.
  • Establish, track, and maintain meticulous material submittal logs (MSL) and approval records.
  • Liaise directly with consultants and design teams to expedite material approvals and resolve technical clarifications.
• Procurement & RFQ Coordination:
  • Prepare detailed Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages based on project material take‑offs.
  • Source and engage with approved suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring timely submission of quotations.
  • Analyze vendor offers and prepare clear technical and commercial comparison statements for material selection.
• Technical Coordination & Shop Drawings:
  • Review shop drawings and technical details to ensure absolute alignment with site conditions and project requirements.
  • Coordinate closely with engineers, consultants, main contractors and suppliers to identify and resolve discrepancies in drawings or specifications.
  • Support the project team in drafting and managing critical documentation, including RFIs, MIRs, WIRs and Method Statements.
• Site Support & Estimation Assistance:
  • Conduct routine site visits to verify dimensions and conditions for accurate joinery fabrication and installation.
  • Provide technical support to factory production and site operations teams regarding material sourcing and handling.
  • Assist the estimation department with technical quantity take‑offs, specifically focusing on joinery components such as doors, wardrobes, ceilings, counters and bespoke furniture.

• Material Expertise: In‑depth, expert knowledge of interior fit‑out materials, finishes and high‑end joinery manufacturing processes.
• Technical Software: High proficiency in AutoCAD; familiarity with Revit and 3D modelling software is a strong advantage.
• Documentation Mastery: Exceptional understanding of shop drawings, structural joinery details and construction documentation workflows.
• Project Control: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage submittals for multiple fast‑tracked projects simultaneously.
• Communication: Excellent negotiation, coordination and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with premium suppliers and demanding consultants.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 8–10+ years of proven track record as a Material Engineer or Technical Coordinator, specifically within interior fit‑out and joinery projects.
• Regional Knowledge: UAE project experience is highly preferred, including a solid understanding of local market suppliers, lead times and local authority regulations.
• Location: ICAD 1 Mussafah, Abu Dhabi.