Assistant Resident Engineer - Wet Utilities

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer for Wet Utilities in Abu Dhabi Emirate. You will oversee day-to-day site activities, supervise water transmission, sewerage, drainage and irrigation works, and ensure work complies with drawings, specs and Abu Dhabi authority requirements.

The role requires 8–12 years of civil engineering experience, familiarity with FIDIC and contract administration, and the ability to coordinate with contractors and multidisciplinary teams to maintain progress

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and 8–12 years of site supervision experience.
• Strong knowledge of Abu Dhabi utility requirements and local authority procedures.
• Experience with water transmission, sewerage, drainage and irrigation networks.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contract conditions and contract administration.
• Professional Engineering registration preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise construction activities involving water transmission and distribution networks, sewerage systems, stormwater drainage and irrigation infrastructure.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and design documentation before and during site execution.
• Verify contractors follow approved methods and project quality procedures.
• Conduct quality inspections of materials, equipment, installations and completed utility components.
• Prepare daily reports, inspection records and technical correspondence.

Skills

Wet utilities

Water transmission systems

Water distribution networks

Sewerage systems

Stormwater drainage

Irrigation systems

Pumping stations

Hydraulic systems

Civil infrastructure

Construction supervision

Site inspection

Quality assurance

Quality control

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

FIDIC

Contract administration

Abu Dhabi authority requirements

HSE compliance

Contractor coordination

Technical reporting

Infrastructure project delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

FIDIC

Job description

Job Snapshot

Assistant Resident Engineer - Wet Utilities Job Snapshot Role: Assistant Resident Engineer - Wet Utilities Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Construction Experience: Minimum 8-12 years Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Assistant Resident Engineer - Wet Utilities in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for an experienced infrastructure professional specializing in water supply, sewerage, stormwater drainage, irrigation and utility construction supervision. AECOM is hiring an Assistant Resident Engineer to oversee site activities, coordinate contractors, verify technical compliance and support the safe and efficient delivery of major wet utilities infrastructure projects.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Emirate Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Construction Salary: 18000-26000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Assistant Resident Engineer will provide day-to-day technical oversight for wet utilities construction, helping ensure that water, wastewater, drainage and irrigation systems are installed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and authority requirements. The position bridges design intent and site execution by monitoring construction quality, resolving technical issues and maintaining reliable project records. Working alongside the Resident Engineer, contractors and multidisciplinary specialists, the role will support progress control, testing, approvals and coordination across complex infrastructure interfaces. Strong knowledge of Abu Dhabi utility requirements is important because successful delivery depends on compliance with local authority procedures as well as international engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise construction activities involving water transmission and distribution networks, sewerage systems, stormwater drainage and irrigation infrastructure.
• Monitor pipeline installation, excavation, bedding, backfilling, testing and reinstatement works against approved requirements.
• Inspect manholes, chambers, pumping stations and associated civil works throughout construction.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and design documentation before and during site execution.
• Verify that contractors and subcontractors follow approved methods, technical requirements and project quality procedures.
• Conduct quality inspections of materials, equipment, installations and completed utility components.
• Witness relevant testing activities and maintain accurate records of results and acceptance status.
• Identify construction deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions with responsible parties.
• Support resolution of technical issues involving utility alignments, crossings, diversions and interface conditions.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants and project teams to maintain progress across multiple work fronts.
• Assist the Resident Engineer with planning, scheduling and organization of site activities and engineering resources.
• Track construction progress and provide clear information regarding delays, constraints and outstanding technical matters.
• Prepare daily reports, inspection records, technical correspondence and other project documentation.
• Support preparation and review of as-built drawings and final utility records.
• Maintain organized registers for materials, equipment, test reports and construction documentation.
• Review contractor submissions and provide technical comments within assigned responsibilities.
• Ensure wet utility works comply with applicable Abu Dhabi authority requirements and approval processes.
• Monitor health, safety and environmental compliance during site activities and escalate significant concerns.
• Support contract administration activities with awareness of relevant FIDIC requirements.
• Participate in site meetings and contribute practical recommendations related to construction quality, sequencing and technical coordination.
• Verify completion of corrective work before recommending closure of inspection or quality observations.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should hold a bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and have between 8 and 12 years of professional experience supervising wet utility infrastructure construction. Strong practical knowledge of water transmission, sewerage, stormwater drainage, irrigation networks and utility diversions is required. Experience involving pipelines, manholes, chambers, pumping stations and associated civil works will be particularly relevant. Previous involvement in major UAE infrastructure developments is important, with Abu Dhabi project experience preferred. Candidates should understand local authority regulations, technical approval procedures and utility coordination requirements. The role requires confidence in reviewing drawings, specifications and technical reports and translating those requirements into effective site supervision. Familiarity with FIDIC contract conditions and construction contract administration will also strengthen suitability. Professional Engineering registration or an equivalent certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Skills Set

• Wet utilities
• Water transmission systems
• Water distribution networks
• Sewerage systems
• Stormwater drainage
• Irrigation systems
• Utility diversions
• Pipeline construction
• Manholes
• Utility chambers
• Pumping stations
• Hydraulic systems
• Civil infrastructure
• Construction supervision
• Site inspection
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• Material inspection
• Testing and commissioning support
• Construction drawings
• Technical specifications
• As-built documentation
• AutoCAD
• Civil 3D
• Microsoft Office
• Project management tools
• FIDIC
• Contract administration
• Abu Dhabi authority requirements
• HSE compliance
• Contractor coordination
• Technical reporting
• Infrastructure project delivery

Why Join Us

Wet utilities are fundamental to the performance and resilience of growing cities, and Abu Dhabi continues to invest in water, wastewater and drainage infrastructure that supports long-term development. This position gives an experienced civil engineer the opportunity to take an active site leadership role across technically demanding utility works and major infrastructure interfaces. AECOM provides exposure to multidisciplinary transportation and infrastructure programs, established construction supervision practices and experienced engineering teams. The role can support progression toward Resident Engineer, Construction Manager and senior infrastructure delivery positions.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering planning, engineering, design and construction management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment and energy. Its multidisciplinary teams support major infrastructure programs by combining technical expertise, construction oversight and coordinated project delivery from design through completion.