Assistant Resident Engineer - Civil

Candu Energy; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Candu Energy in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) - Civil to support the Resident Engineer in supervising civil construction activities, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and safety standards. The role covers field inspections, QA/QC documentation, and coordination with multiple teams.

The ideal candidate will have 10–15 years of experience in construction supervision on large-scale infrastructure projects and a civil engineering degree, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineering certification is preferred.
• 10-15 years of overall experience in construction supervision and project delivery.
• Previous experience with PMC, Consultants, or engineering organizations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, review, and report on construction progress to ensure works are executed in accordance with the approved schedule and project requirements.
• Perform and oversee daily site supervision activities, including inspections, witnessing field and laboratory tests, monitoring concrete works, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Supervise construction activities on site to verify compliance with contract documents, specifications, approved drawings, and method statements.
• Inspect works based on approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and advise the Resident Engineer on readiness of works for final inspection and approval.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved method statements and remind contractors of project procedures and requirements.
• Monitor construction schedules and follow up on activities to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of assigned work packages, responsibilities, and project requirements.
• Collaborate with QA/QC Engineer to ensure works meet quality standards and are documented.
• Review red-line markups and as-built records; ensure contractor submissions are updated.
• Identify and report discrepancies and construction-related issues for corrective action.
• Verify that adequate health, safety, and environmental measures are implemented by the contractor.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and support safe execution on site.
• Assist RE in coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces and resolving site coordination issues.
• Maintain accurate records of site-related issues, instructions, and communications.
• Review contractor submissions, inspection requests, and documentation relevant to civil construction activities.
• Ensure contractor compliance with contract requirements, drawings, specifications, and project procedures.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports highlighting project status, risks, and actions.

Skills

Site supervision

QA/QC coordination

HSE awareness

Risk management

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering certification

Job description

Overview

The Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) - Civil will support the Resident Engineer in supervising, monitoring, and coordinating civil construction activities to ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, contract requirements, quality standards, safety regulations, and project schedules. The role involves overseeing site activities, inspections, testing, QA/QC compliance, contractor performance, risk management, and multidisciplinary coordination while supporting the successful delivery of civil infrastructure works and project objectives.

Your role

Construction Supervision

Monitor, review, and report on construction progress to ensure works are executed in accordance with the approved schedule and project requirements.

Perform and oversee daily site supervision activities, including inspections, witnessing field and laboratory tests, monitoring concrete works, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

Supervise construction activities on site to verify compliance with contract documents, specifications, approved drawings, and method statements.

Inspect works based on approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and advise the Resident Engineer (RE) on the readiness of works for final inspection and approval.

Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved method statements and regularly remind contractors of their obligations to comply with project procedures and requirements.

Monitor construction schedules and proactively follow up on activities to ensure timely completion of the works.

Maintain comprehensive knowledge of assigned work packages, responsibilities, and project requirements.

Quality Assurance & Control

Collaborate closely with the QA/QC Engineer to ensure all works meet the required quality standards and are properly documented through approved QA/QC records and inspection reports.

Review and maintain red-line markups and as-built records, ensuring contractors' submissions are updated and corrected in a timely manner.

Identify and report technical discrepancies, material incompatibilities, and construction-related issues to the RE/PRE for review and corrective action.

Communicate non-conformances and required corrective measures promptly to the contractor and keep the RE informed of developments until satisfactory resolution is achieved.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Verify that adequate health, safety, and environmental (HSE) measures are implemented by the contractor to protect personnel, property, and the environment.

Monitor compliance with project HSE requirements, procedures, and safety regulations.

Verify the implementation of approved risk mitigation measures and identify emerging risks that may impact project objectives.

Promote a proactive safety culture and support safe execution of construction activities across the project site.

Interface & Coordination

Assist the RE in coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces and resolving site coordination issues.

Maintain accurate records of site-related issues, instructions, and communications with contractors, ensuring accessibility to the Design Office, RE, and Project Resident Engineer (PRE).

Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, design teams, and project stakeholders to resolve construction-related issues.

Support the RE by assuming delegated responsibilities during periods of absence, leave, emergencies, or other operational requirements.

Contract Administration

Review contractor submissions, inspection requests, and documentation relevant to civil construction activities.

Ensure contractor compliance with contract requirements, approved drawings, specifications, and project procedures.

Maintain accurate records of construction activities, site instructions, and communications for project documentation and reference.

Assist the RE in monitoring contractor performance and implementation of corrective actions related to site issues and non-conformances.

Risk Management & Reporting

Monitor project progress and identify risks, delays, and issues that may affect project delivery.

Verify the implementation of approved mitigation measures and elevate concerns to the RE/PRE when necessary.

Maintain updated records of inspections, testing activities, technical issues, and construction progress.

Prepare and contribute to daily, weekly, and monthly reports highlighting project status, risks, and corrective actions.

About you

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Professional Engineering certification is preferred.

Experience

Minimum 10-15 years of overall experience in construction supervision and project delivery.

Demonstrated experience in civil construction supervision, inspection, and site coordination activities.

Experience working on large-scale infrastructure, transportation, utilities, or building projects is preferred.

Previous experience with PMC, Consultant, or Engineer organizat