Project Engineer

Headway Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking a Facility Manager to oversee daily operations and manage interior fit-out projects. Responsibilities include maintaining client satisfaction, handling maintenance requests, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of interior fit-out, MEP systems, and project management software. This role is vital in ensuring smooth transitions from construction to facility operations, with a focus on maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of interior fit-out works, civil works, and MEP systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, BOQs, and specifications.
• Proficiency in project management software.

Responsibilities

• Act as point of contact for clients/tenants.
• Handle complaints, escalations, and service requests.
• Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of interior fit-out works

Understanding of MEP systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective communication with stakeholders

Leadership and team coordination

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 04/06/2026

• Act as point of contact for clients/tenants
• Handle complaints, escalations, and service requests
• Ensure high client satisfaction levels
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports
• Maintain asset registers, maintenance logs, and service records
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports
• Maintain asset registers, maintenance logs, and service records
• Monitor operational costs and maintenance expenses
• Plan budgets and optimize resource utilization
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards
• Conduct inspections and risk assessments
• Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance
• Ensure smooth functioning of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire systems
• Manage daily facility operations across sites
• Ensure minimum downtime and quick issue resolution
• Supervise technicians and supervisors
• Manage AMC contractors and service providers
• Ensure SLA/KPI compliance
• Plan and execute interior fit-out projects from start to completion
• Prepare project schedules, timelines, and work programs
• Ensure work is delivered as per drawings, BOQ, and specifications
• Review drawings, shop drawings, and material submittals
• Handle technical queries (RFIs) and approvals
• Ensure compliance with project standards and client requirements
• Coordinate with site supervisors, subcontractors, and vendors
• Manage daily site activities and progress
• Ensure smooth coordination between civil and MEP works

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of interior fit-out works
• Civil works, partitions, flooring, painting, false ceiling, joinery
• Understanding of MEP systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, BOQs, and specifications
• Knowledge of construction materials, finishes, and quality standards
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD)
• Ensuring smooth transition from construction to facility operations
• Coordinating between project team and FM team
• Handling defects liability period (DLP) and maintenance issues
• Plan and execute fit-out projects from start to finish
• Scheduling, monitoring project timelines, and ensuring deadlines are met
• Cost estimation, budget tracking, and controlling project expenses
• Plan and manage daily facility operations and maintenance projects
• Manage service level agreements (SLAs) and AMC contracts
• Budgeting and resource optimization
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Leadership and team coordination
• Effective communication with stakeholders