NOC Engineer (UAE National)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a NOC Engineer in Dubai to manage NOC applications for wet infrastructure projects. The role requires coordination with local authorities and strong client service skills. Candidates must be UAE Nationals with a degree in Engineering and experience in large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in large scale wet infrastructure projects.
• Must be a UAE National.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with local authorities for NOC applications.
• Prepare and submit NOC applications to reduce response time.
• Work with peer engineers to overcome project design challenges.

Skills

Client Service Management

Problem Resolution

Team Working

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

The role involves working on projects associated with wet infrastructure, i.e. wastewater, stormwater, potable water and recycled water systems, water and wastewater treatment system, and flood management and water resources management studies.

Stantec is looking to hire a NOC Engineer for our Dubai operations. The NOC Engineer will need to coordinate with all Authorities on all NOC applications during various design stages.

Key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

1. Permitting/NOCs in UAE
- Coordinating with local authorities and obtaining all Project related NOC's – Building permits.
- Process the company registrations with the authorities/developers and services provider and follow up the qualification procedure.
- Attend kick-off and coordination meetings and provide support during construction NOC for site issues.
- Reviewing, preparing and submitting the NOC applications, and ensure all authority requirements are included in the submitted documents to reduce response time and eliminate multiple re-submittals.
- Manage the progress of the drawing with the technical department.
- Information collection, Design NOC and As-Built drawing, GIS update.
- Coordinating and following up with UAE Municipalities, DM, RTA and external stakeholders for Design NOC application, while studying and reviewing the proposals of Pipelines and corridors.
- Consult with clients and engineering team, conduct research for project requirements.
- Analyze survey and field data, prepare reports.
- Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders.

2. Collaboration and working as part of a team
- Work in conjunction with peer engineers to overcome project design challenges
- Liaise with other discipline teams and/or teams working remotely from other regions to facilitate completion of project tasks
- Liaise with sub-consultants and sub-contractors to facilitate completion of project tasks

3. Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner
- Complete all work in line with Stantec’s Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec’s Quality Systems, Project Quality procedures and Health & Safety procedures.
- Design for safety

4. Client Services and Stakeholders Management
a. Organize and attend meetings with clients to collect data and discuss technical solutions and options
b. Attend meetings with stakeholders and follow up on NOCs for utility corridors

5. Other duties as required from time to time

Competencies:
- Good level of client service management, i.e. able to interface with clients and build and maintain positive relationships with our clients
- Capable to analyze, assess, evaluate issues, complexities pertaining to projects/work packages and support the team in mitigating them in advance
- Rigorous attention to detail, able to understand and adopt workflows and commitment to professional development
- Flexible attitude to accepting different work assignments and proactive attitude to project execution and delivery
- A flexible approach to working hours and travel; with occasional weekend work if required.
- Must have coordinated with government authorities in UAE
- Excellent command in Arabic and English both written and spoken
- Arabic language skills (preferred)
- Ability to manage a heavy workload, with close attention to detail
- Ability to make decisions independently and strong problem resolutions skills
- Strong team working capabilities, committed to working with all levels of management on a daily and ongoing basis
- Proactive, working effectively in coordinating activities and complex tasks, taking professional responsibility and ownership
- Punctual, attentive and competent in adhering to Stantec’s policies, procedures and work practices

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
- 1 -2 years of experience in large scale wet infrastructure projects.
- Must be a UAE National (required)
- Working knowledge of engineering software such as AutoCAD & MicroStation, etc.

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About Stantec

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The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

City

Dubai

State/Province

UAE

Country

United Arab Emirates

Location (Hold Ctrl key to select more than one Location)

United Arab Emirates-Dubai

Job Category

Civil Engineering

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Type

Regular