Pavement Engineer (Airport Projects)

Business Umbrella; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UAE is seeking a Pavement Engineer specializing in airport projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, evaluation, and maintenance of airside pavements. This includes collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with operational safety standards. Candidates should have experience with pavement design tools and a strong foundation in pavement engineering. The role offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in airport airside pavement design and construction.
• Familiarity with ICAO Annex 14, FAA Advisory Circulars, and ASTM/AASHTO standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis of pavements using guidelines.
• Conduct pavement condition surveys and load-bearing capacity assessments.
• Specify materials for subgrade, base, and surface layers.
• Collaborate with project teams for integrated design.
• Monitor construction and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Prepare technical reports and maintenance plans.

Skills

Pavement engineering

Materials science

Analytical thinking

Technical reporting

Tools

FAARFIELD

COMFAA

HEADS

Job description

Role Summary

A Pavement Engineer specializing in airport projects is responsible for the design evaluation and maintenance planning of airside pavements such as runways, taxiways and aprons. The role ensures that pavement systems meet operational safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Analysis: Perform structural design and analysis of flexible and rigid pavements using FAA ICAO and local authority guidelines.
• Pavement Evaluation: Conduct pavement condition surveys, non‑destructive testing (NDT) and load‑bearing capacity assessments (e.g., PCN calculations).
• Material Selection: Specify appropriate materials for subgrade, base and surface layers to meet performance and durability requirements.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with civil, geotechnical and airfield lighting teams to ensure integrated airside infrastructure design.
• Construction Supervision: Monitor pavement construction, testing and quality control to ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare technical reports, design calculations and maintenance plans including rehabilitation and overlay strategies.

Requirements

Experience Requirements

• Experience in airport airside pavement design and construction (runways, taxiways, aprons).
• Proficiency in software such as FAARFIELD, COMFAA, HEADS or similar pavement design tools.
• Familiarity with ICAO Annex 14, FAA Advisory Circulars and ASTM/AASHTO standards.

Key Skills

• Strong foundation in pavement engineering and materials science.
• Experience with heavy‑duty pavement load design (aircraft loads).
• Analytical thinking and technical reporting.
• Coordination with multidisciplinary airport project teams.