Chief Resident Engineer - Bridges and Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee assistance

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a highly experienced Chief Resident Engineer to lead construction supervision for a major bridges and infrastructure project in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role requires coordinating with resident engineers, contractors, authorities, and stakeholders to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance throughout design, construction, and commissioning stages.

The ideal candidate will have 20+ years of civil engineering practice, including 5+ years in senior engineering or construction

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of professional civil engineering experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior engineering, resident engineering, or construction management role.
• Experience managing large infrastructure projects with budgets exceeding AED 50 million.
• Professional engineering license or equivalent certification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction supervision activities for major bridge and infrastructure development projects.
• Provide senior technical oversight throughout feasibility, detailed design, construction management, and commissioning phases.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with approved designs, specifications, and project requirements.
• Oversee the technical performance and quality of bridge and infrastructure works.
• Coordinate with design teams, contractors, government authorities, and clients to support project delivery.
• Prepare project recommendations and performance information for senior management and clients.

Skills

Civil Engineering Expertise

Senior Leadership

Project Management

Construction Supervision

Bridge Engineering

Education

Professional engineering license

Job description

Chief Resident Engineer - Bridges and Infrastructure

Job Snapshot

• Role: Chief Resident Engineer - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Civil & Structural Engineering - Experience: Minimum 20 years of civil engineering experience, including at least 5 years in a senior engineering, resident engineering, or construction management capacity - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking an experienced Chief Resident Engineer to lead construction supervision activities for a major bridges and infrastructure project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This senior engineering leadership position is responsible for providing technical oversight, managing construction supervision teams, and ensuring that complex bridge and infrastructure works meet project specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and applicable regulations. The Chief Resident Engineer will act as a senior technical authority and lead the supervision consultant team, coordinating with resident engineers, contractors, government authorities, and other project stakeholders. The role covers engineering design reviews, construction management, structural assessments, risk management, and project delivery oversight. The successful candidate must have at least 20 years of professional civil engineering experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior engineering, resident engineering, or construction management role. Demonstrated experience managing major infrastructure projects with budgets exceeding AED 50 million is required.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Bridge and Infrastructure Construction Supervision

• Lead construction supervision activities for major bridge and infrastructure development projects.
• Provide senior technical oversight throughout project feasibility, detailed design, construction management, and commissioning phases.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved engineering designs, technical specifications, and project requirements.
• Oversee the technical performance and quality of bridge and associated infrastructure works.
• Provide engineering guidance on complex construction issues affecting structural performance and project delivery.
• Maintain effective coordination between engineering design requirements and construction execution.
• Support the successful delivery of infrastructure works in accordance with established project objectives.

Structural Engineering and Technical Review

• Conduct and oversee structural engineering assessments and detailed design reviews.
• Evaluate bridge and infrastructure designs using established engineering methodologies and industry-standard software.
• Review technical information to verify structural performance and compliance with project requirements.
• Analyse site conditions, geotechnical information, and environmental factors affecting engineering decisions.
• Identify technical challenges and recommend appropriate engineering solutions.
• Provide technical direction on structural and civil engineering matters throughout project implementation.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and sustainable engineering practices relevant to bridge and infrastructure development.

Project Management and Delivery Oversight

• Oversee project budgets, schedules, resources, and construction supervision activities.
• Monitor project performance to support cost-effective delivery and efficient resource utilization.
• Identify schedule, financial, and technical risks that could affect project outcomes.
• Coordinate engineering and construction activities to support achievement of project milestones.
• Provide strategic guidance on project delivery challenges and construction management priorities.
• Support effective planning and execution of complex infrastructure works.
• Prepare project recommendations and performance information for senior management and clients.

Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance

• Develop and implement risk assessment and mitigation strategies for complex bridge and infrastructure projects.
• Evaluate engineering, construction, and environmental risks affecting project delivery.
• Monitor compliance with applicable safety protocols, environmental regulations, and project quality standards.
• Identify potential technical and operational risks and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
• Ensure engineering decisions consider site conditions, regulatory requirements, and project performance objectives.
• Promote consistent implementation of quality and safety requirements across project activities.

Engineering Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and supervise resident engineers and multidisciplinary technical personnel.
• Establish clear technical responsibilities and performance expectations for the construction supervision team.
• Provide professional guidance on complex civil and structural engineering matters.
• Support technical decision-making and effective coordination across engineering disciplines.
• Monitor team performance and encourage continuous professional development.
• Foster a collaborative working environment focused on technical excellence, accountability, and project delivery.
• Maintain high standards of engineering supervision and professional conduct.

Client and Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with architects, contractors, government agencies, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Serve as a senior technical representative for bridge and infrastructure construction supervision matters.
• Communicate engineering requirements, technical findings, and project recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Support the resolution of construction coordination issues and complex technical challenges.
• Maintain effective professional relationships with clients and project delivery teams.
• Facilitate communication between design, construction, and supervision personnel to support project progress.

Technical Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare and review technical reports, engineering assessments, and project recommendations.
• Maintain oversight of relevant design documentation and construction supervision records.
• Communicate technical risks, engineering concerns, and proposed solutions to senior management and clients.
• Support accurate reporting of project progress, technical performance, and quality matters.
• Ensure engineering documentation reflects applicable project requirements and technical decisions.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 20 years of professional experience in civil engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior engineering, resident engineering, or construction management capacity.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects with budgets exceeding AED 50 million.
• Professional engineering license or equivalent certification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Relevant professional background in bridge engineering and infrastructure construction supervision.
• Experience providing technical oversight on complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage engineering teams and coordinate multidisciplinary construction activities.
• Experience overseeing project budgets, schedules, technical risks, and construction quality requirements.

Technical Skills and Professional Competencies

• Bridge engineering and infrastructure construction supervision.
• Civil and structural engineering design review.
• Structural analysis and engineering assessment.
• Construction management and technical oversight.
• Bridge and infrastructure project delivery.
• Geotechnical data interpretation and site condition assessment.
• Engineering risk identification and mitigation.
• Project budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
• Construction quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Environmental and construction safety requirements.
• Technical reporting and engineering documentation.
• Multidisciplinary engineering team leadership.
• Resident engineer supervision and professional mentoring.
• Client, contractor, and government stakeholder coordination.
• Strategic planning and technical decision-making.
• Sustainable infrastructure engineering practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Recruitment and Onboarding Requirements

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activities seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Employee Benefits and Professional Development

AECOM offers employee benefits depending on employment status and applicable eligibility requirements. These may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, leave benefits, employee assistance programmes, well-being resources, business travel insurance, retirement savings arrangements, and other available employee programmes.

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• paid time off
• leave benefits
• employee assistance programmes
• well-being resources
• business travel insurance
• retirement savings arrangements
• other available employee programmes

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting and professional services firm committed to delivering a better world. The company provides integrated solutions across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings, supporting public-and-private-sector clients with complex infrastructure and development projects. Its services include advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management, and construction management, helping clients develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle. AECOM brings together more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including engineers, architects, planners, designers, scientists, digital specialists, and construction management professionals. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The organization promotes collaboration, professional development, and equal employment opportunities while pursuing its purpose of delivering a better world.