Finishing Engineer

IRTH Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Performance Bonus

Annual air ticket allowance

Job summary

IRTH Group seeks an experienced Finishing Engineer to manage interior finish-out across our Dubai developments. You will oversee site execution, quality, trade coordination, and handover to meet designs, schedules, and budgets.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in finishing and fit-out, including 5+ years in the UAE/GCC, with a track record in premium or luxury developments. You will coordinate with design, procurement, QA/QC, MEP and site teams, supervise subcontractors, review drawings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/architectural engineering or construction management.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in finishing and fit-out works on high-rise, villas or commercial projects.
• At least 5 years managing interior finishing works in UAE/GCC; fit-out background preferred.
• Strong ability to interpret architectural and MEP drawings and coordinate interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Manage finishing activities: ceilings, partitions, stone/tile, painting, joinery, kitchens, wardrobes, doors, glass, metalwork, FF&E.
• Review IFC/shop drawings, specs, BOQs, and material schedules; flag issues early.
• Monitor programs, coordinate manpower, materials, subcontractors, and sequencing.
• Ensure MEP coordination and inspections before closing ceilings/partitions.
• Coordinate with design/procurement/QA/QC/MEP/site teams to resolve issues and progress.
• Supervise subcontractors, monitor workmanship, productivity, and quality.
• Review material submittals, samples, and mock-ups; track long-lead items.
• Conduct site inspections and coordinate inspections/test plans per QA/QC.
• Monitor material usage, support progress measurements and variations; assist value engineering.
• Ensure HSE compliance and authority requirements.
• Manage snagging, defect rectification, and handover readiness; assist O&M manuals.

Skills

Project coordination

Quality management

HSE compliance

Interpreting drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Finishing Engineer to manage and coordinate interior fit-out and finishing works across our developments in Dubai. The role will oversee site execution, quality, trade coordination, and handover, ensuring works meet approved designs, project schedules, and budgets.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years managing interior finishing works in the UAE/GCC. Previous experience with a fit-out company is preferred.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Manage finishing activities, including ceilings, partitions, stone and tile works, painting, joinery, kitchens, wardrobes, doors, glass, metalwork, architectural features, and FF&E coordination
• Review IFC and shop drawings, specifications, BOQs, material schedules, and finishing details, identifying technical issues and execution constraints early
• Monitor finishing work programmes against the master project schedule and coordinate manpower, materials, subcontractors, and work sequencing
• Ensure effective MEP coordination, including service interfaces, access requirements, and completion of inspections and clearances before closing ceilings and partitions
• Coordinate with design, procurement, commercial, QA/QC, MEP, and site teams to resolve issues and maintain progress
• Supervise subcontractors and monitor workmanship, productivity, and compliance with approved drawings, method statements, and quality standards
• Review material submittals, samples, and mock-ups; track long-lead materials and verify deliveries against approved specifications
• Conduct site inspections and coordinate material and work inspection requests, ensuring compliance with inspection and test plans and QA/QC procedures
• Monitor material consumption and wastage, support progress measurements and variation assessments, and contribute to value engineering
• Ensure compliance with HSE procedures and applicable authority requirements
• Manage snagging, defect rectification, and handover readiness, supporting O&M manuals and handover documentation

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience in finishing and fit-out works on high-rise residential, villa, hospitality, mixed-use, or commercial projects
• At least 5 years managing interior finishing works in the UAE/GCC
• Fit-out company experience is preferred, particularly on premium or luxury developments
• Strong technical knowledge of finishing materials, installation methods, detailing, and quality standards
• Proven ability to interpret architectural and MEP drawings and coordinate interfaces between trades
• Strong planning, subcontractor management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail

Immediately available candidates will be prioritized.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• Annual air ticket allowance

Why Join IRTH Group?

At IRTH Group, we're not just a company; we're a family committed to building a brighter future together. Guided by our core values of trust, strength, and agility, we empower individuals to thrive and succeed in a dynamic, collaborative environment. We take pride in building great projects in prime locations, designed for future generations and offering exceptional value as an investor's product. IRTH Group stands as a symbol of legacy, resilience, and vision. Rooted in the foundation of a distinguished local family conglomerate, our privately held real estate investment platform draws strength from a heritage spanning over a century.

At IRTH Group, we are not just shaping the industry, we are setting the standard. If you are driven by ambition, excellence, and the pursuit of legacy, this is where your journey begins.

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary?