Assistant Resident Engineer

Stantec; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer to support projects focused on Stormwater, Wastewater, and Water Distribution Networks. This role involves technical delivery, collaboration with various stakeholders, and ensuring client service management. You will engage in planning, designing, and supervising construction works while maintaining logs and preparing progress reports. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will significantly impact the success of vital infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi. If you are passionate about engineering and client relationships, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience in utility diversions and management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of project activities related to utilities works.
• Coordinate with contractors and government departments to facilitate project progress.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports and maintain project logs.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description: The Assistant Resident Engineer will support and work on projects associated with Stormwater & Drainage Flood Alleviation, Wastewater Networks, and Water Distribution Networks, including Pumping Stations and Recycling Plants. This will involve undertaking investigations, planning, designing, tendering, contract administration, and construction supervising & monitoring. The role will be based in Abu Dhabi.

Key Accountabilities

1. Technical Delivery:
   Assist the Resident Engineer in administering the operational functions of the day-to-day activities on the project with respect to utilities works. Interact with contractors, subcontractors, and laboratory personnel & monitor construction work on a daily basis.
2. Coordinate with various government departments, contractors, consultants, and the public to facilitate progress and avoid delays. Coordinate direct activities with other engineers and members of the construction supervision team.
3. Maintain logs of project progress, handovers, and final accounts.
4. Arrange progress meetings for various utilities with the service authorities' representatives, minute them, and distribute the records as required. Chair meetings with the utilities agencies and any other meetings delegated by the Resident Engineer.
5. Assist the Resident Engineer in reviewing shop drawings, design proposals, method statements, and other activities including correspondence related to the utility section and prepare replies for the review of the Resident Engineer.
6. Demonstrate the ability to prepare instructions, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
7. Coordinate with contractor engineers on scheduling and application of resources.
8. Directly assist and monitor the performance of inspectors and surveyors as applicable.
9. Review and approve design documents and construction plans and procedures.
10. Prepare/Assist in the preparation of Weekly and Monthly progress reports.
11. Keep necessary records and as-built records and take charge of handing over the utility works to the respective service authorities and assist the contractor in obtaining necessary final clearance.
12. Identify non-conforming works, generate reports, and corrective actions, and coordinate responses.
13. Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
14. Collaboration:
    Work as part of a team, in conjunction with engineers to solve project design problems, performing basic design calculations as required.
15. Conduct technical feasibility studies and site investigations.
16. Liaise with teams working remotely from other parts of the world to facilitate the completion of tasks and projects.
17. Good communicator.
18. Client Service Management:
    Internal and external client DM Infrastructure liaison. Ability to build and maintain lasting and positive relationships.
19. Experience in utility diversions and management.
20. Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
21. Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality Systems and Project Quality Procedures.
22. Design for safety i.e., Construction Design Management.
23. Other duties as requested from time to time by the Resident Engineer.