Engineer â Materials

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a seasoned Material Engineer to supervise and monitor construction materials on infrastructure projects in Dubai, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and code requirements. The role includes inspecting with the PMC & Contractors, managing NCRs, CAPAs, and contributing to method statements and ITPs.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree with 12+ years in quality control, materials testing, and site supervision, including 3+ years UAE experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in quality, construction materials, and material testing (8 years in infrastructure; 3 years UAE).

Responsibilities

• Monitor site activities to ensure conformance to project quality plans and documentation.
• Oversee delivery, storage, and on-site use of materials and associated testing.
• Verify compliance with design and contract documents.
• Prepare daily site reports and manage NCR/CAPA processes as needed.
• Coordinate with PMC/Contractor teams and participate in package meetings.
• Audit material tests and maintain comprehensive records of materials and tests.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Site Supervision

Material Testing

Civil Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

The Material Engineer ensures conformance to high level of quality performance safety and/or code requirements by performing site and material monitoring addition the role involves both inspection and the supervision of works on infrastructure projects particularly related with all materials inspection and laboratory testing. Once tasks are completed results and recommendations are reported back to the Quality Manager for action to be approved.

Job Duties

• Perform daily monitoring of site activities towards set requirements of the related documentation
• Perform daily monitoring on delivered stored and used material related to the site activities
• Perform daily monitoring against the design related to the executed works on site
• Ensure compliance with the project requirements is maintained by all involved parties
• Verify activity compliance towards the applicable Project Quality plan (PMC & Contractor)
• Issue and follow up on non-compliances through the Site NCR process
• Liaise closely with Contractor and PMC Operations Team on site related issues
• Provide guidance to the PMC Operations Team on Site NCR issues including the CAPA and follow up thereof
• Assist the PMC Operations Team with Method Statement ITP and material reviews
• Participate in punch lists testing and commissioning monitoring and verification
• Attend package related meetings to present and discuss site quality related issues
• Track QA progress and identify issues and potential trends including Quality Alerts
• Provide written weekly and/or ad hoc quality reports to the Quality Manager and Project Manager.
• Having good experience in landscape roads sewerage water irrigation & storm water materials.
• Be familiar with the projects detailed drawings specifications and health and safety measures together with any associated updates.
• Ensure the contractor/s compliance with the standards and specifications of the contract documents.
• Maintain records of the contractor human and equipment daily resources.
• Undertake all site supervision and inspections when required or instructed by the Resident Engineer (RE) or the Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE).
• Liaise and daily follow up with the contractor. This is to ensure the contractor is managing its resources health and safety and equipment needs on the site.
• Prepare daily report to the RE or ARE. This includes works orders materials delivery and daily inspections program.
• Follow up and implement any site instructions made by the RE and ARE.
• Apply and implement all quality controls and quality procedures of the site.
• Prepare any site measurements and surveying checks needed by the RE or ARE for pipes alignments and levels.
• Co-ordinate and co-operate with client project manager during their site inspections in the presence of the RE or ARE.
• Assist the ARE and RE in the preparation of any correspondences in compliance with the contract documents and site requirements.
• Where site problems are found work with the RE or ARE to resolve them promptly.
• Monitor the start-up commissioning and handover of the site works. Including maintaining records of the project milestones.
• Maintain records of materials tests performed and executed works.
• Audit inspections for conformity to contract documents and contractor submitted plans.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Experience

• A minimum of 12 years experience is required in the quality field construction material and material testing preferably with Engineering consultancies. 8 years infrastructure. 3 years UAE experience.

Additional Information :

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 2024. Learn more at .

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract