EOI - Civil Engineer

Robert Bird Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Civil Engineer for a full-time role in Dubai. The position involves planning, design coordination, and quality assurance for civil works associated with metro facilities. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in metro or railway projects in the UAE or GCC. Strong knowledge of RTA guidelines and experience with relevant design tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in metro or railway civil infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience on large-scale projects in the UAE or broader GCC region.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate civil and structural design drawings.
• Monitor site execution and conduct inspections.
• Support interface management with systems, MEP, and architects.
• Ensure compliance with RTA regulations.

Skills

Civil or Structural Engineering knowledge

Experience with AutoCAD

Experience with Civil 3D

Knowledge of RTA guidelines

Education

MSc / BSc in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Overview

Surbana Jurong Group (SJ Group) is a global multidisciplinary urban, infrastructure and managed services consultancy, headquartered in Singapore. With over 16,000 employees across 120+ offices worldwide, SJ Group is committed to shaping cities into sustainable and smart environments. Our presence in the Middle East is anchored by our contribution to large-scale infrastructure and transport projects across the GCC.

We are currently inviting Expressions of Interest for the following roles as part of a confidential metro rolling stock consultancy bid project in Dubai. All positions are full-time, UAE-based, and require strong GCC experience, with preference given to candidates with RTA project exposure.

About the Role

The Civil Engineer will support the planning, design coordination, construction, and quality assurance of civil works associated with metro facilities such as stations, depots, track structures, and auxiliary buildings. The role will ensure that all civil engineering works are executed in compliance with project specifications, codes, and RTA standards.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate civil and structural design drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Monitor site execution, conduct inspections, and coordinate with contractors and consultants
• Support interface management with systems, MEP, and architectural disciplines
• Ensure compliance with RTA regulations and international engineering standards
• Participate in QA / QC audits, risk assessments, and design coordination meetings

Requirements

• MSc / BSc in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in metro or railway civil infrastructure projects
• Proven experience on large-scale projects in the UAE or broader GCC region
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and relevant structural analysis tools
• Working knowledge of RTA guidelines and local building codes is preferred

Why Join Us?

At Surbana Jurong, we bring together talent, teamwork, innovation, and a dynamic workplace to solve complex challenges creatively and collaboratively. Be part of a global multidisciplinary consultancy where your ideas and expertise are valued and rewarded.

All recruitment activities go through our recruitment function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SJ Group

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!