Civil Engineer

Job Title:
Civil Engineer - KWT (Bilingual)

Job Code:
Civil Engineer - KWT (Bilingual)

Company: Zaleej Real Estate Company (KSCC)

Department: Project Management

Reports To: CEO

Zaleej Real Estate Company (KSCC) is the Kuwait real estate company that manages a diversified portfolio of commercial and residential properties across Kuwait, combining institutional-grade asset management with hands-on operational excellence.

The Civil Engineer provides the technical engineering backbone for Zaleej's development projects, covering site investigation, infrastructure design, construction drawings, and on-site technical supervision across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments in Kuwait. Working alongside the Project Manager, the role owns the engineering quality and code compliance of each project - from soil reports and site plans through to as-built documentation. Success in this role is measured by design quality, regulatory compliance, technical issue resolution speed, and the seamless coordination of consultants, contractors, and authorities.

• Conduct comprehensive site investigations, analysing topographical surveys, soil conditions, and environmental factors to determine site suitability for development.
• Design site infrastructure including roads, utilities, drainage systems, retaining structures, and site grading.
• Develop detailed site plans that optimise land use while ensuring compliance with Kuwait Municipality zoning regulations and the Kuwait Engineering Code.

• Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documents to professional standards.
• Review and approve contractor shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements.
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and technical project records throughout the construction lifecycle.

• Provide on-site technical supervision to ensure construction works conform to approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections and resolve technical issues, design clarifications, and RFIs raised by contractors and consultants.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks during construction, recommending value engineering opportunities where appropriate.

• Ensure all projects comply with Kuwait Municipality regulations, the Kuwait Engineering Code, and applicable national environmental, fire, and safety standards (EPA, MPW, Civil Defence).
• Prepare and submit permit applications, engineering drawings, and technical reports to relevant Kuwait authorities.
• Liaise with Municipality, MPW, EPA, Civil Defence, and utility providers (MEW) to secure required approvals.

• Coordinate closely with architects, MEP engineers, structural consultants, quantity surveyors, and surveyors to integrate disciplines and resolve technical clashes.
• Support the Project Manager with engineering inputs to cost estimates, scheduling, and risk assessments.
• Provide technical expertise to internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve construction-related challenges.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Active membership of the Kuwait Society of Engineers (KSE), or eligibility to register within a defined timeframe.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in civil engineering, with a focus on real estate development or construction projects in Kuwait or the GCC.
• Strong working knowledge of Kuwait's building regulations, the Kuwait Engineering Code, Municipality approvals, and construction safety standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS software.
• Demonstrated experience in site planning, infrastructure design, drainage, and construction supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to technical detail.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) - essential for liaising with authorities, consultants, and contractors.
• Valid Kuwait driving license and transferable Article 18 residency visa.

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Revit, BIM workflows, and clash detection tools.
• Experience with sustainable construction practices and green building certifications (e.g. LEED, ESTIDAMA).
• Familiarity with the real estate market in Kuwait and the wider GCC.
• Established network of contacts within Kuwait's consultant, contractor, and government engineering community.

• Opportunity to work on a meaningful pipeline of development projects within a principal-led, long-term investment group.
• Hands-on technical exposure across the full project lifecycle - from site investigation through to handover.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment that values technical excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement.