Material Engineer

Tornado Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Material Engineer at Tornado Group will oversee selection, testing, approval, and QC of construction materials to meet project specs, Aldar requirements, and international standards. You will ensure materials meet technical and safety standards and support QA/QC across the site.

Responsibilities include reviewing submittals, coordinating with consultants and contractors, monitoring storage and usage, conducting inspections, liaising with third-party labs, and maintaining thorough

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Material Engineer in construction
• UAE experience mandatory, preferably in Abu Dhabi
• Prior Aldar project experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and approve material submittals in line with project specifications and Aldar standards
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and suppliers for material approvals
• Ensure all materials comply with approved specifications, standards, and project requirements
• Monitor material procurement, delivery, storage, and usage on-site
• Conduct inspections and witness material testing (concrete, asphalt, steel, etc.)
• Liaise with third-party laboratories for testing and certification
• Review test reports and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Maintain records of approved materials, test results, and related documentation
• Identify non-conforming materials and ensure corrective actions are taken
• Support QA/QC team in ensuring overall project quality compliance
• Ensure proper material handling and storage procedures are followed
• Coordinate with site engineers to ensure correct material usage
• Assist in resolving technical issues related to materials
• Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability requirements where applicable

Skills

Material testing

Quality assurance

Construction materials

Coordination with consultants

Coordination with contractors

Aconex

Asite

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering body membership (adv.)

Tools

Aconex

Asite

Job description

Job description

Job Summary

The Material Engineer is responsible for overseeing the selection, testing, approval, and quality control of construction materials to ensure compliance with project specifications, Aldar requirements, and international standards. The role supports project quality by ensuring all materials used meet the required technical and safety standards.

Candidate Profile

Responsibilities

• Review and approve material submittals in line with project specifications and Aldar standards
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and suppliers for material approvals
• Ensure all materials comply with approved specifications, standards, and project requirements
• Monitor material procurement, delivery, storage, and usage on-site
• Conduct inspections and witness material testing (concrete, asphalt, steel, etc.)
• Liaise with third-party laboratories for testing and certification
• Review test reports and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Maintain records of approved materials, test results, and related documentation
• Identify non-conforming materials and ensure corrective actions are taken
• Support QA/QC team in ensuring overall project quality compliance
• Ensure proper material handling and storage procedures are followed
• Coordinate with site engineers to ensure correct material usage
• Assist in resolving technical issues related to materials
• Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability requirements where applicable

Skills

Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field

Membership in a recognized engineering body is an advantage

Knowledge of international standards (ASTM, BS, ACI, etc.)

Proficiency in MS Office and documentation systems (Aconex / Asite preferred)

Required Experiences

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Material Engineer in construction projects
• UAE experience is mandatory, preferably in Abu Dhabi
• Previous experience on Aldar projects is highly preferred

Experience in:

• Building construction (villas, residential/commercial towers) or infrastructure projects
• Material submittals, approvals, and testing processes

Strong knowledge of:

• Construction materials (concrete, steel, asphalt, etc.)
• QA/QC procedures and inspection processes

Experience working with:

• Consultants, contractors, and testing laboratories