Assistant Resident Engineer – Civil (Design Review)

AtkinsRéalis; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Transportation and housing allowances

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Resident Engineer in Abu Dhabi to manage and supervise construction projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering and at least 12-15 years' experience in 132 kV and 400 kV substations. Responsibilities include overseeing site inspections, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing project schedules. The position offers a tax-free salary, medical insurance, housing allowances, and other employee benefits aimed at fostering wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-15 years of construction experience in 132 kV, 400 kV substations.
• Experience with ADNOC and TRANSCO projects is required.
• Must have experience as a construction supervision consultant.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise construction projects effectively.
• Monitor project progress and compliance with design specifications.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Project management

Construction supervision

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Technical design changes

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Resident engineer responsible for all planning aspects of a project. To implement and maintain project engineering records, monitor and expedite weekly reports for accuracy, and develop and perform quality control procedures.

Your role

• Demonstrated proficiency in managing and supervising construction projects.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering, technology, building, construction, and design specifications of ADNOC and TRANSCO.
• Coordination and knowledge of Permits/NOCs involved in execution of site activities.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, GIS, AutoCAD and other software.
• Ability to manage multiple construction projects at various stages of their lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and regulations.
• Competent in assessing, interpreting and presenting survey reports and other critical data for stakeholders and shareholders.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Thorough knowledge of the UAE Building Code, safety regulations and standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and management skills.
• Active role in site inspections for civil construction material and review of shop drawings.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Suggest process and technical design changes to improve performance and efficiency.
• Monitor project progress, compliance with design specifications.
• Monitor work schedules and recommend mitigation measures as needed to meet project deadlines.
• Supervise and monitor detailed documentation of all site construction activities.
• Collaborate with management to align activities with desired business outcomes.
• Proven track record for managing personnel and material resources.
• Exemplary critical thinking, analytical, and complex problem‑solving skills
• Active listening and verbal/written communication skills.
• Dedication to implement new concepts and strategies.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, construction or industrial buildings.
• Minimum 12‑15 years of construction experience in 132 kV, 400 kV substations and HV/EHV cable laying projects.
• Experienced in ADNOC and TRANSCO projects.
• Experienced as construction supervision consultant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

• Tax‑free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee wellbeing program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.