Design Construction Engineer

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Design Construction Engineer to oversee compliance and constructability for large-scale water transmission projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience in EPC projects, with at least 2 years in the GCC region. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential in this high-pressure role, ensuring that projects adhere to timelines and budget constraints.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in projects, with at least 2 years in the GCC region.

Responsibilities

• Validate constructability of design submissions and propose solutions for design challenges.
• Liaise with delivery contractors and supervision consultants for seamless transition.
• Monitor construction activities to verify adherence to design specifications.
• Participate in optimization and troubleshooting during construction and commissioning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelors degree in related field

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Job description

Overview

Title: Design Construction Engineer

Job Title: Design Construction Engineer

Company: KBR-Abu Dhabi

Project: Water Transmission Scheme

Location: Abu Dhabi

Experience Required: 12 years in EPC projects

Employment Type: Full-time Contract

About Company

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The KBR team delivers future-forward science technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies differentiated advisory services deep technical domain expertise energy transition solutions high-end design and engineering capabilities and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Note: We are currently in a stage bidding for a Water Transmission project and are optimistic about being awarded. We have initiated the process of reviewing, shortlisting, and interviewing potential candidates to ensure readiness. Upon confirmation of the project being awarded we will begin mobilizing the selected candidates to commence project execution.

Job Purpose

This is a PMC role and the Process Engineer will be responsible for the compliance and constructability review of designs and engineering submissions submitted by contractors for large-scale water transmission projects in Abu Dhabi. There will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPCs appointed directly by the Client. This role involves strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.

Job Responsibilities

• Validate constructability of design submissions and propose solutions for design challenges.
• Liaise with DELIVERY CONTRACTORS and SUPERVISION CONSULTANTS to ensure seamless transition from design to construction.
• Monitor construction activities to verify adherence to design specifications.
• Participate in optimization and troubleshooting during construction and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field.
• 12 years of experience in projects. At least 2 years in GCC region

Technical Skills

• Analytical thinking
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency in process simulation tools like Aspen HYSYS.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.