Project Engineer - Civil

Meraki Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to oversee on-site project execution. Responsibilities include coordinating with site teams and subcontractors, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining project documentation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, along with 10 years of relevant experience in the UAE. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Work on exciting projects

Team-oriented culture

Qualifications

• 10 years of UAE experience in Project execution of residential, commercial, or mixed-use building projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sense of ownership.
• Ability to multitask and handle pressure.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and specifications to understand scope and schedule.
• Supervise daily activities on site to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Maintain daily logs, site reports, and progress records.

Skills

Coordination skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Familiarity with authority approvals

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in MS Project

Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Position Title: Project Engineer
Location: Dubai, UAE
Department: Construction / Site Execution
Reporting to: Project Manager / Construction Manager
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: As per experience and company norms

Role Overview: We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our growing team at Meraki Integrated Contracting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting project execution on-site, coordinating with consultants and subcontractors, and ensuring timely, safe, and quality delivery of works in line with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning & Coordination: Review project drawings, BOQs, and specifications to understand scope and schedule.
• Assist the Project Manager in preparing work programs, procurement schedules, and progress reports.
• Coordinate with site teams, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure uninterrupted progress.
• Participate in project and coordination meetings and follow up on assigned actions.
• Site Execution: Supervise daily activities on site to ensure works are executed according to drawings and specifications.
• Monitor quality, safety, and productivity to ensure compliance with standards.
• Identify and report deviations, delays, or resource requirements to management.
• Assist in preparing inspection requests (IRs) and material approval requests (MARs).
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain daily logs, site reports, and work progress records.
• Assist in the preparation of weekly/monthly progress updates and dashboards.
• Support quantity take-offs, cost tracking, and material reconciliation as needed.
• Ensure proper documentation for site inspections and handover processes.

Benefits

At Meraki, you’ll be part of a team building some of the most exciting and challenging projects in Dubai. We value integrity, excellence, and teamwork—and we invest in our people to grow with us. You’ll be part of a growing and professional team delivering high-impact infrastructure projects across the UAE. This is your opportunity to play a key role in streamlining procurement and driving project efficiency in a fast-paced contracting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 10 years of UAE experience in Project execution of residential, commercial, or mixed-use building projects.
• Familiarity with authority approvals, local construction codes, and project documentation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project/Primavera, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive and hands-on with a sense of ownership.
• Strong communication skills for effective coordination with all stakeholders.
• Ability to handle pressure and multitask in fast-paced environments.
• Committed to safety, quality, and timely delivery.