Assistant Resident Engineer Geotechnical

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer Geotechnical in Abu Dhabi to oversee day-to-day geotechnical support on major infrastructure projects. You will supervise earthworks, monitor tests, review data, and ensure compliance with design and specifications on-site.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering and 10+ years of site experience, with strong knowledge of soil mechanics and field testing.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, compaction, excavation, foundations, ground improvement and dewatering interfaces.
• Strong documentation, computer literacy, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist and deputize for the Resident Engineer as required and support overall site delivery.
• Review geotechnical reports, drawings, specifications, and soil investigation data; verify requirements are implemented on site.
• Monitor and verify geotechnical works including excavation, earthworks, grading, embankments, backfilling, compaction, and soil improvement.
• Assess ground conditions and suitability of in-situ soils and fill materials; identify unsuitable materials, groundwater issues, weak strata, or obstructions and recommend corrective measures.
• Review and provide input to method statements, ITPs, WIRs, RFIs/TQs and investigate geotechnical NCRs to closure.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and approved laboratories; witness and verify testing (e.g., FDT, CBR, Proctor, plate load, soil classification/compaction).
• Coordinate with survey teams to verify excavation/formation levels, slopes, embankments, and final grades.
• Support foundation and utilities trenching works by verifying bearing strata, bedding/backfilling, reinstatement and acceptance prior to next activities.
• Monitor testing frequency/locations and geotechnical performance indicators.
• Maintain accurate site records and prepare reports/updates; participate in inspections and technical/progress meetings and respond to technical comments.

Skills

soil mechanics

compaction

excavation

foundations

ground improvement

dewatering

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Resident Engineer Geotechnical

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode: On-site

Date Posted: 3 September 2026

Job Reference/ID: R185607

Job Description / Role:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Resident Engineer – Geotechnical to join our team! In this role you will provide day-to-day site-based geotechnical engineering support and supervision for enabling/earthworks and related infrastructure activities, ensuring compliance with approved design, specifications, and testing requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist and deputize for the Resident Engineer as required and support overall site delivery.
• Review geotechnical reports, drawings, specifications, and soil investigation data; verify requirements are implemented on site.
• Monitor and verify geotechnical works including excavation, earthworks, grading, embankments, backfilling, compaction, and soil improvement.
• Assess ground conditions and suitability of in-situ soils and fill materials; identify unsuitable materials, groundwater issues, weak strata, or obstructions and recommend corrective measures.
• Review and provide input to method statements, ITPs, WIRs, RFIs/TQs and investigate geotechnical NCRs to closure.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and approved laboratories; witness and verify testing (e.g., FDT, CBR, Proctor, plate load, soil classification/compaction).
• Coordinate with survey teams to verify excavation/formation levels, slopes, embankments, and final grades.
• Support foundation and utilities trenching works by verifying bearing strata, bedding/backfilling, reinstatement and acceptance prior to next activities.
• Monitor testing frequency/locations and geotechnical performance indicators.
• Maintain accurate site records and prepare reports/updates; participate in inspections and technical/progress meetings and respond to technical comments.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience with significant site-based geotechnical supervision on major infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience coordinating geotechnical laboratories and interpreting field/lab results.
• Experience in enabling works and large-scale earthworks programs (bulk earthworks/asphalt interface exposure is an advantage).
• Strong stakeholder coordination capability within a PMC/CS environment.

Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, or Civil Engineering.

Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics, compaction, excavation, foundations, ground improvement and dewatering interfaces.
• Strong documentation, computer literacy, and communication skills.

Employment / Job Type: Full Time

About the Company:

United States technology and engineering company working across defence, intelligence, cyber security, and critical infrastructure. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, Parsons has a long Middle East presence with offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh, and Doha, delivering design and programme management for highways, bridges, rail, airports, and large master planned developments.

Company Industry: Construction Management/Supervision

Department / Functional Area: Construction Management/Supervision

Closing Date: 2 December 2026