Civil Engineer - Civil Works (RAIL)

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer - Civil Works for a major rail/high-speed rail infrastructure project in the UAE. The role focuses on underground station construction, technical coordination, design review, and site delivery.

With a minimum of eight years in civil/site engineering, you will review designs, supervise construction, and coordinate interfaces across disciplines to ensure quality and compliance on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in civil engineering/site engineering.
• Experience in tunnel, underground, or major infrastructure construction preferred.
• Strong experience in design review, construction supervision, and technical coordination.
• Rail or High-Speed Rail experience highly desirable.
• UAE/Middle East experience advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of civil/structural drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide civil engineering support for civil and infrastructure works.
• Review civil design submissions, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Support construction supervision and resolve site-based technical queries and issues.
• Coordinate civil interfaces with structural, MEP, rail systems, and other disciplines.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with approved designs, specifications, and project standards.
• Prepare technical comments, reports, RFIs, and other engineering documentation.
• Liaise with contractors, designers, consultants, and project stakeholders to resolve technical and interface issues.
• Support inspections and ensure quality and engineering requirements are maintained during construction.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Site Engineering

Underground Construction

Rail/HSR Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower - Site

Company Description

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer - Civil Worksto provide civil engineering and construction support on a major rail/high-speed rail infrastructure project in the UAE. The role will focus on underground station construction, technical coordination, design review, and site delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide civil engineering support for civil and infrastructure works.
• Review civil design submissions, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Support construction supervision and resolve site-based technical queries and issues.
• Coordinate civil interfaces with structural, MEP, rail systems, and other disciplines.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with approved designs, specifications, and project standards.
• Prepare technical comments, reports, RFIs, and other engineering documentation.
• Liaise with contractors, designers, consultants, and project stakeholders to resolve technical and interface issues.
• Support inspections and ensure quality and engineering requirements are maintained during construction.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years' experience in civil engineering/site engineering.
• Experience in tunnel, underground, or major infrastructure construction preferred.
• Strong experience in design review, construction supervision, and technical coordination.
• Rail or High-Speed Rail experience highly desirable.
• UAE/Middle East experience advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of civil/structural drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

Additional Information

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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