Assistant Resident Engineer Wet Utilities

Assistant Resident Engineer - Wet Utilities

• Contract
• State/Province:
  Dubai
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH
• Business Line:
  Transportation
• Work Location Model:
  On-Site
• Operating Group:
  International
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower - Site

The Assistant Resident Engineer will be associated with the AECOM's construction supervision discipline engineers independently or under the direction of the Resident Engineer advising on all engineering matters related to the wet utilities/works construction relevant.

• Review Inspectors’ Daily Reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project standards.
• Prepare the Engineer’s Daily Diary summarizing daily activities, key progress, and observations.
• Provide general oversight of Inspectors’ daily activities, including task assignments, on-site performance, and technical guidance.
• Review Contractor’s inspection, surveying, and testing requests and evaluate subsequent reports for conformance with specifications.
• Review and approve Contractor’s shop drawings, materials, and methods as delegated by the Resident Engineer.
• Monitor and verify the performance of the Contractor’s survey team and ensure accuracy of setting‑out works.
• Prepare meeting minutes and technical correspondence as delegated by the Resident Engineer.
• Coordinate with the Contractor’s supervisory staff regarding work sequence, methodology, and schedule compliance.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to the Contractor’s approved baseline program.
• Conduct continuous field inspections of the work in progress and provide consultation to both the Resident Engineer and Contractor’s teams.
• Prepare written and verbal reports for the Resident Engineer on technical, contractual, and procedural matters.
• Review and verify as-built drawings in coordination with inspectors and surveyors.
• Ensure all site activities are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, and HSE standards.
• Identify non-conformances, initiate corrective actions, and follow up to ensure resolution.
• Support the Resident Engineer in reviewing technical submittals, progress reports, and project documentation.
• Maintain effective coordination between the supervision team and the Contractor to resolve site‑related issues efficiently.
• Liaise and coordinate with relevant Dubai authorities such as RTA, DM, DEWA, Etisalat, DU, and Civil Defense for inspections, and NOCs.
• Review authority‑related drawings and ensure compliance with each authority’s latest standards and specifications.
• Follow up on authority inspection requests and assist in resolving comments or non‑compliance issues.
• Ensure timely submission and approval of all authority NOCs required for construction, testing, and final handover.
• Coordinate with utility service providers to facilitate connection works, diversions, and protection of existing services.
• Attend authority meetings and provide technical input to support the Resident Engineer during coordination and progress discussions.
• Maintain records of authority communications, approvals, and correspondence for project documentation and handover.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of related Construction Supervision / Management experience. 8 years of experience in infrastructure project and 3 years UAE experience.
• Must have worked on projects in the capacity of a Senior Engineer and / or Assistant Resident Engineer as a minimum.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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