Project Engineer- UAE National

Confidential; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

A Confidential Government Entity in Abu Dhabi seeks a Project Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of infrastructure and development projects. You will work with teams, consultants and contractors to ensure delivery within scope, quality, budget and schedule.

The role is open to UAE Nationals and offers exposure to large-scale projects and industry best practices within a government context.

Qualifications

• UAE National (Family Book) required.
• 0-3 years of experience in project engineering, construction, infrastructure, or related fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of infrastructure and development projects.
• Review engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Monitor project progress, schedules, and deliverables.
• Assist in identifying project risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project updates.
• Review contractor submissions, requests for information (RFIs), and progress reports.
• Support project governance and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, regulations, and organizational policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in related engineering discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A Confidential Government Entity in Abu Dhabi is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and execution of infrastructure and development projects. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with scope, quality, budget, and schedule requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for UAE Nationals looking to contribute to strategic government initiatives while gaining exposure to large-scale projects and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and monitoring of infrastructure and development projects.
• Review engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Monitor project progress, schedules, and deliverables.
• Assist in identifying project risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project updates.
• Review contractor submissions, requests for information (RFIs), and progress reports.
• Support project governance and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, regulations, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

Required

• UAE National (Family Book required).
• Bachelor's Degree in:
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Architectural Engineering
• Or a related engineering discipline
• 0-3 years of experience in project engineering, construction, infrastructure, or related fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Internship or project experience in engineering or construction environments.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and technical documentation.