Material Engineer - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 312,480 - 446,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development programs

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd. is seeking a Material Engineer for its Dubai office. The role involves ensuring the quality and compliance of materials across various engineering projects. You will supervise site activities, inspect materials, and enforce adherence to standards.

Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of experience in material engineering and a relevant degree. The position offers a monthly salary between 28,000 and 40,000 AED, along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in material engineering on infrastructure and construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of material testing methods.
• Familiarity with UAE construction standards and approval processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily site activities for compliance with project specifications.
• Inspect materials to verify conformity with documentation.
• Enforce compliance with quality plans.

Skills

Material properties knowledge

Quality control procedures

Analytical skills

Communication skills in English

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering or Civil Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

Material Engineer - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

The Material Engineer role in Dubai is responsible for ensuring the quality, compliance, and performance of materials used across complex infrastructure and construction projects. This position provides on‑site supervision, quality assurance, and technical support to maintain strict adherence to project specifications, international standards, and UAE regulatory requirements.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: QA / Quality Control
• Salary: 28,000 – 40,000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily site activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Inspect delivered, stored, and installed materials to verify conformity with project documentation.
• Ensure executed works align with approved designs and material submittals.
• Enforce compliance with project quality plans and applicable standards for all parties on site.
• Issue, track, and close non‑conformance reports and corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate closely with contractor and PMC teams on site quality matters.
• Review method statements, inspection and test plans, and material approvals.
• Participate in inspections, punch lists, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Prepare weekly and ad hoc quality reports highlighting progress, risks, and trends.
• Supervise materials related to landscape, roads, sewerage, water, irrigation, and stormwater works.
• Maintain records of material tests, executed works, and contractor resources.
• Support resident engineering teams with site inspections, measurements, and compliance checks.
• Liaise with clients during inspections and resolve site issues promptly.
• Monitor commissioning and handover milestones and maintain quality documentation.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in material engineering on infrastructure and construction projects.
• Mandatory DCL experience.
• Strong knowledge of material properties, testing methods, and quality control procedures.
• Familiarity with UAE construction standards, specifications, and approval processes.
• Experience with international standards and best practices.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, multicultural site environment.
• Willingness to travel within the UAE for site inspections.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to high‑profile infrastructure and transportation projects in Dubai.
• Work within a global engineering consultancy with strong technical governance.
• Access advanced tools, training, and professional development programs.
• Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure and engineering consultancy delivering advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management services across transportation, buildings, water, energy, and environment sectors. Based in Dubai, AECOM Middle East partners with public and private sector clients to deliver innovative, sustainable, and resilient projects across the Middle East and Africa, combining global expertise with strong local knowledge.