Civil Engineer - Roads Highways

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 737,715 - 1,147,557; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a talented Civil Engineer specialized in roads and highways to manage site operations and ensure successful project delivery in Dubai, UAE. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in site supervision and construction management.

As part of a dynamic team, you will support infrastructure projects, oversee contractors, and ensure quality standards are met throughout the construction process. Join Parsons and contribute to vital community development and urban growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of post-graduate experience in site supervision and construction management.
• Experience on major infrastructure, road works, highways or community development projects within the UAE.
• Excellent written technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in managing daily site operations.
• Supervise contractor works to achieve required construction standards.
• Prepare progress reports and submit accurate updates for project leadership review.

Skills

Roads supervision

Highways construction

Infrastructure site supervision

Construction management

Contract administration

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Civil Engineer - Roads and Highways
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
• Experience: Minimum 10 years
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: 18,000-28,000 USD (estimated)
• Gender: Any, Candidate Nationality: Any

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in managing daily site operations for roads, highways, infrastructure and community development works.
• Deputize for the Resident Engineer when required and maintain continuity across assigned project activities.
• Review contract documents and ensure site supervision duties are carried out in line with applicable project requirements.
• Supervise contractor works to achieve required construction, operation and maintenance standards under the contract.
• Participate in contract administration activities and support compliance with contractual procedures.
• Review contractor submissions, technical documents, progress records and construction‑related documentation.
• Provide on-site direction and issue site instructions within the assigned scope of work.
• Supervise site inspection staff and coordinate inspection coverage across active work areas.
• Check and measure completed works to support progress verification, payment review and project reporting.
• Observe site safety practices and help maintain compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Monitor quality of materials, workmanship, construction methods and site activities.
• Record construction progress and compare actual performance against the approved project program.
• Prepare progress reports and submit accurate updates for project leadership review.
• Review as‑built drawings and confirm correctness, completeness and alignment with executed works.
• Use project software and computer systems to access data, maintain records, generate reports and support construction management activities.
• Perform other civil engineering and site supervision duties related to roads and infrastructure project delivery as required.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of post‑graduate experience in site supervision and construction management.
• Experience on major infrastructure, road works, highways or community development projects within the UAE.
• Demonstrable experience in civil supervision of major road and general infrastructure projects, preferably in Dubai.
• Strong understanding of contract documents, contractual relationships, construction requirements and project procedures.
• Ability to review contractor submissions, technical documents, site instructions, progress records and as‑built drawings.
• Good knowledge of materials, workmanship inspection, construction quality control and safety practices.
• Fully computer literate with the ability to access project data, maintain records, generate reports and use engineering or construction‑related software.
• Excellent written technical skills.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, inspection teams, engineers and project leadership in a structured site environment.

Skills Set

• Roads supervision
• Highways construction
• Infrastructure site supervision
• Civil engineering
• Construction management
• Contract administration
• Contractor submission review
• Site instruction support
• Site inspection coordination
• Progress reporting
• Work measurement
• Quality monitoring
• Materials inspection
• Workmanship review
• Safety observation
• As‑built drawing review
• Contract document review
• Construction records
• Project reporting
• Dubai infrastructure projects
• Computer‑based reporting
• Technical communication

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to work with Parsons Corporation on roads, highways and infrastructure projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position provides exposure to major civil works, contractor coordination, construction supervision, quality monitoring and project reporting within a professional international engineering environment. Experienced civil engineers can expect career stability, technical responsibility and the chance to contribute to infrastructure delivery that supports mobility, community development and long‑term urban growth in Dubai.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering, infrastructure, construction supervision and project delivery company supporting major transportation, civil engineering, roads, highways and urban development programs. In Dubai and across the region, Parsons contributes to complex infrastructure projects through technical expertise, disciplined site supervision, quality‑focused delivery and strong project coordination.