Infrastructure Engineer - Wet Utilities

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer - Wet Utilities for Abu Dhabi, UAE, to supervise and deliver wet utility works including stormwater, sewerage and potable water networks. The role encompasses construction supervision, technical reviews, inspections, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams on-site.

Candidate will ensure compliance with drawings, specs and ITPs, while maintaining quality, safety and progress across major infrastructure projects in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in infrastructure and wet utilities construction.
• Good knowledge of stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, and irrigation networks.
• Experience in construction supervision, inspection, and quality control, and contractor coordination.
• Experience on major infrastructure projects; UAE experience is an advantage.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple site activities within a multidisciplinary project team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor construction of wet utility networks (stormwater, sewerage, potable water, irrigation).
• Oversee pipelines, manholes, catch basins, gullies, culverts, and drainage structures.
• Verify works against drawings, specs, ITPs and project requirements.
• Review contractor shop drawings and technical submissions.
• Monitor progress, quality, and compliance with requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, authorities, stakeholders and other disciplines.
• Monitor testing/inspections for wet utilities and approvals.
• Identify issues and coordinate corrective actions with project team.
• Manage interfaces between wet utilities and roads, structures, electrical, telecom, landscaping.
• Assess site conditions and provide technical recommendations.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Problem solving

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Site supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Infrastructure Engineer - Wet Utilities

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Civil & Structural Engineering

Experience: Relevant infrastructure and wet utilities experience

Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview AECOM is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer - Wet Utilities in Abu Dhabi, UAE to support the supervision and delivery of wet utility infrastructure works. The role covers stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, pipelines, manholes, catch basins, gullies, culverts, and associated networks, with responsibility for construction supervision, technical reviews, inspections, quality control, multidisciplinary coordination, and resolution of site issues.

Job Details Country: UAE City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Civil & Structural Engineering Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor construction of stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, and associated wet utility networks.
• Oversee construction of pipelines, manholes, catch basins, gullies, culverts, drainage structures, and related infrastructure.
• Verify that works comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, Inspection and Test Plans, and project requirements.
• Review contractor shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, RFIs, inspection requests, and other technical documentation.
• Monitor construction progress, workmanship, quality, and compliance with approved project requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, Authorities, stakeholders, and other project disciplines to resolve technical and construction issues.
• Monitor testing and inspection activities for wet utility networks and verify completion of required inspections and approvals.
• Identify technical issues, construction risks, and potential delays and coordinate appropriate corrective actions with the project team.
• Manage interfaces between wet utilities and roads, structures, electrical systems, telecom networks, landscaping, and other infrastructure services.
• Assess site conditions and proposed construction solutions and provide technical recommendations when required.
• Monitor contractor compliance with approved construction methodologies, ITPs, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate records covering site inspections, progress, RFIs, technical issues, and construction activities.
• Participate in site meetings, progress reviews, technical discussions, and multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Monitor implementation of applicable health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements on site.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Relevant experience in infrastructure and wet utilities construction.
• Good technical knowledge of stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, irrigation networks, and associated infrastructure works.
• Experience in construction supervision, inspection, quality control, and contractor coordination.
• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and technical submissions.
• Experience working on major infrastructure projects is preferred.
• UAE infrastructure and Authority experience is an advantage.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple site activities while working effectively within a multidisciplinary project team.

Wet Utilities Scope

The Infrastructure Engineer will provide site-level technical oversight across wet utility systems from construction and inspection through testing and approval. The scope includes stormwater, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, pipelines, manholes, catch basins, gullies, culverts, drainage structures, and related infrastructure. Effective interface management is central to the role, particularly where wet utilities interact with roads, structures, electrical and telecom networks, landscaping, and other services. The engineer will help identify construction conflicts, assess proposed solutions, and maintain progress while protecting technical and quality requirements.

Recruitment and Onboarding

Newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. This requirement forms part of AECOM 's secure recruitment process.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing professional services across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. Its teams support public- and private-sector clients throughout the project lifecycle, including advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management. AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025 and has a global team of more than 50,000 professionals.