Assistant Resident Engineer - Water - AECOM - Abu Dhabi, UAE

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 178,560 - 223,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to world-class training and development programs

Collaborative safety-driven culture

Career foundation with a leading engineering firm

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer - Water in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role supports vital water and infrastructure projects, focusing on pipelines, drainage systems, and water treatment facilities.

The ideal candidate will assist the Resident Engineer with site supervision, inspections, and technical coordination, ensuring compliance with project specifications and regulatory standards. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is essential, along with strong skills in water infrastructure and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of water infrastructure construction, inspection, and testing.
• Experience with potable water, drainage, and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of UAE water-related standards and regulatory procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for resolving site technical issues.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in supervising construction of pipelines and water facilities.
• Conduct site inspections for compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with contractors and project teams for smooth execution.
• Oversee inspection and testing of materials and workmanship.
• Maintain daily records and progress reports.
• Ensure health and safety compliance for all construction activities.

Skills

Water system supervision

Pipeline and drainage inspection

Material and testing verification

Technical coordination and issue resolution

Construction documentation management

Health and safety compliance

Environmental compliance for water systems

Coordination with contractors and authorities

Schedule monitoring and reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Water Engineering

Job description

Assistant Resident Engineer - Water - AECOM - Abu Dhabi, UAE

Position Overview

This Assistant Resident Engineer - Water role in Abu Dhabi supports major water and infrastructure works, including pipelines, drainage systems, water treatment facilities, and associated utilities. The position assists the Resident Engineer with supervision, inspections, technical coordination, and documentation to ensure water-related works meet project specifications, regulatory standards, and AECOM quality expectations.

Job Details

Country: UAE | City: Abu Dhabi | Industry: Engineering | Function: Civil & Structural Engineering | Salary: 16000-20000 monthly (Market estimated) | Gender: Any | Candidate Nationality: Any | Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in supervising construction of pipelines, drainage systems, water treatment facilities, and related infrastructure.
• Conduct site inspections to verify water-related works comply with drawings, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Support resolution of technical issues related to potable water, wastewater, and drainage networks.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and project teams to ensure smooth execution of water system activities.
• Oversee inspection and testing of materials and workmanship for water infrastructure.
• Monitor commissioning and handover activities for completed water systems.
• Maintain daily records, inspection logs, material approvals, and progress reports.
• Document deviations, issues, or changes related to water systems and elevate to the Resident Engineer.
• Ensure health and safety compliance for all water-related construction activities.
• Review and validate contractor submittals including shop drawings, materials, and method statements.
• Monitor work progress, identify delays, and assist in mitigation planning with contractors.
• Liaise with authorities, stakeholders, and contractors on water-related technical matters.
• Manage documentation including permits, certificates, approvals, and archival files.
• Monitor environmental compliance related to wastewater, stormwater management, and pollution control.
• Promote sustainable water practices and environmentally friendly solutions on-site.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of water infrastructure construction, inspection, and testing.
• Experience with potable water, drainage, and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of UAE water-related standards and regulatory procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for resolving site technical issues.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills for working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage documentation, reports, and inspection workflows effectively.
• Strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Ability to support multiple tasks within fast-paced project environments.

Skills Set

• Water system supervision
• Pipeline and drainage inspection
• Material and testing verification
• Technical coordination and issue resolution
• Construction documentation management
• Health and safety compliance
• Environmental compliance for water systems
• Coordination with contractors and authorities
• Schedule monitoring and reporting

Why Join Us

• Contribute to major water and utility projects shaping Abu Dhabi's infrastructure.
• Gain exposure to advanced engineering practices and multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Access world-class training, development programs, and long-term career opportunities.
• Work within a collaborative, safety-driven culture focused on quality and innovation.
• Build a strong career foundation with one of the world's leading engineering firms.

About the Company

AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy active across the UAE, delivering innovative, sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and strong local presence, AECOM helps clients build smarter cities and resilient communities across the GCC and beyond.