Civil Engineer – RTA Right of Way; ROW UAE

Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Electrical Infrastructure Contracting

Job Category:

• Engineering & Technical
• Construction & Real Estate
• Energy, Oil & Gas

An established electrical infrastructure contracting company in Dubai is looking for an experienced Civil Engineer specializing in RTA Right of Way (ROW) approvals. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience managing authority approvals for electrical infrastructure, utility installation, road-opening, and road-related projects.

The successful candidate will independently manage authority approval procedures, coordinate with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and other relevant government entities, and ensure infrastructure works comply with approved drawings, permits, and technical standards.

This position requires at least seven years of relevant experience, with specific expertise in RTA ROW approvals being mandatory. Candidates should also have practical knowledge of underground utility networks, electrical infrastructure drawings, and civil infrastructure execution.

• Handle and coordinate RTA Right of Way (ROW) permit applications and approval processes for electrical infrastructure projects.
• Manage road-opening, excavation, road-crossing, and utility installation permits.
• Prepare, review, and submit technical drawings, method statements, NOCs, and other documentation required for authority approvals.
• Coordinate with RTA, DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and other relevant government authorities for project approvals and clearances.
• Review electrical utility layouts, cable routing, duct bank drawings, trenching details, and road-crossing drawings.
• Coordinate with electrical engineers, project managers, consultants, and site teams to ensure compliance with approved drawings and authority requirements.
• Follow up on technical comments, drawing revisions, permit renewals, and approval submissions.
• Monitor civil works related to electrical infrastructure, including excavation, trenching, duct installation, cable trenches, reinstatement, and road restoration.
• Ensure site activities comply with authority requirements, approved permits, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Resolve technical and authority-related issues to prevent delays in project execution.

Educational

Qualification:

– Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• 7–8 years of experience in civil infrastructure or utility contracting.
• Mandatory hands-on experience in RTA Right of Way (ROW) approvals.
• Experience with electrical infrastructure contractors or utility infrastructure projects is highly preferred.

Technical

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of RTA road-opening and excavation approval procedures.
• Experience with utility installation approvals.
• Familiarity with electrical infrastructure drawings and cable routing.
• Knowledge of duct banks and underground utility networks.
• Experience coordinating with RTA, DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and other relevant authorities.
• Ability to independently manage authority submissions, approvals, and follow-ups.

Professional

Skills:

• Excellent coordination and communication skills.
• Strong technical documentation and reporting abilities.
• Problem-solving and issue-resolution capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams.

Nationality:
Open to all nationalities.

Monthly Salary: AED 20,000 – 25,000

This opportunity offers experienced civil engineering professionals the chance to work on electrical infrastructure contracting projects in Dubai, with significant involvement in authority approvals, utility infrastructure, and road-related civil works.

The position provides professional exposure to RTA, DEWA, Dubai Municipality coordination and infrastructure project execution. Further details regarding additional benefits, training, and certification support have not been specified by the employer.