Assistant Resident Engineer - Viaduct (Rail)

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm in Dubai seeks an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer- Viaduct. The role involves supervising the construction of viaducts while ensuring safety and compliance with design standards. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and have at least 15 years of relevant experience. This opportunity offers a great environment for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in construction supervision.
• Ability to review and justify material submissions and technical reports.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to utilize technology for record management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the construction of viaducts ensuring compliance with standards.
• Assist in supervising construction activities and coordinate with engineers.
• Prepare and maintain daily reports and other documentation.

Skills

Structural engineering principles

Construction techniques

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Project specific engineering software

Job description

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Overview

Job Description: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Assistant Resident Engineer- Viaduct to join our Construction Supervision team on a Metro Rail project. In this role you will get to oversee the construction of viaducts, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Resident Engineer and assist in supervising the construction of viaduct works and associated items.

• Coordinate direct activities with other engineers and members of the construction supervision team.

• Assist the Resident Engineer in reviewing shop drawings, design proposals, method statements and other activities including correspondence related to the viaduct section and prepare replies for the review of the Resident Engineer.

• Strong understanding of structural engineering principles and construction techniques related to viaducts.

• Coordinate with Parsons' design engineers for resolution of related issues.

• Maintain the daily diary and the daily reports by the inspectors.

• Experience in monitoring construction quality and ensuring adherence to standards and specifications.

• Coordinate with the contractor engineers on scheduling and application of resources.

• Direct, assist and monitor the performance of the inspectors and surveyors as applicable.

• Convene and chair special meetings with the service authorities, the contractor, subcontractors and other parties related to his work.

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of records.

• Ensure safety goals are achieved on the project and oversee implementation of safety procedures on the project.

• Prepare / Assist in the preparation of Weekly and Monthly progress reports.

• Act positively, and participate in all health and safety issues at site, as required by the Resident Engineer and the project safety representatives.

• Provide all necessary on-site direction and assist the Resident Engineer to issue site instructions with respect to utilities works and associated items.

• Check and measure the performed work in his line of work, record and assist the Resident Engineer to display progress vs. programmed work.

• Ensure correctness and completeness of ‘as-built’ drawings within his line of work.

• Keep necessary records and as-built records and take charge of the handing over of the structural works to the respective service authorities and assist the contractor to obtain necessary final clearance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university is required.

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ experience in design review and construction supervision of erection of beams, columns, and supports, foundations, deck, abutments, deck, spans, girders, bearings, expansion joints etc. and other components typically used in a viaduct installation/construction.

• Should be able to review and justify the material submissions, analyze laboratory and technical reports, carry out acceptance sampling plans, testing and quality measures, ensuring the compliance with the project’s specifications.

• Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc. and any project specific engineering and construction relevant software.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with an excellent capability in written technical skills.

• Working knowledge of construction sequences and standard work procedures of the industry.

• Work experience on a metro rail project is preferable.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in all aspects of civil supervision of major elevated/viaduct and infrastructure projects in the Gulf region is preferred.

• Engineering consultancy experience within UAE/GCC is preferable.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Commitment to safe work practices.

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