Resident Engineer

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Construction Supervisor in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role involves leading overarching construction supervision across multiple infrastructure packages and disciplines, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.

You will monitor progress, manage interfaces among packages, and work with clients and authorities to resolve issues and drive safe, on-time delivery of critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 15 years post-undergraduate experience required.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior technical position.
• PMP preferable and membership of a recognized professional institution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction supervision across all infrastructure work packages and disciplines.
• Oversee construction of roads, earthworks, stormwater, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, electrical networks, street lighting, telecoms, landscaping, public realm and related works.
• Ensure activities comply with IFC/shop drawings, specs, method statements, material approvals, ITPs, contractual requirements and authority standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary supervision teams including REs, AREs, Engineers, Inspectors, Surveyors, QA/QC, HSE, Planning and Commercial staff.
• Monitor progress against programme, identify delays and implement mitigation measures.
• Review manpower, equipment productivity, work fronts, sequencing and short-term programmes.
• Coordinate interfaces between infrastructure packages, utilities, and other development components.
• Resolve RFIs and design discrepancies with the Design Team; address constructability issues and site constraints.
• Lead meetings and ensure timely closure of actions; maintain coordination with Client, PMC, Contractors and authorities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Structural Engineering (PMP preferable)

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall construction supervision activities across all infrastructure work packages and disciplines.
• Oversee construction of roads, earthworks, stormwater, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, electrical networks, street lighting, telecommunications, landscaping, public realm, and associated infrastructure works.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved IFC/shop drawings, specifications, method statements, material approvals, ITPs, contractual requirements, and authority standards.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary supervision teams, including REs, AREs, Engineers, Inspectors, Surveyors, Material Engineers, QA/QC, HSE, Planning, Commercial, and Document Control personnel.
• Monitor construction progress against the approved programme, identify delays and critical activities, and coordinate appropriate mitigation and recovery measures.
• Review Contractor manpower, equipment, productivity, work fronts, construction sequencing, and short-term programmes.
• Manage interfaces between different infrastructure packages, contractors, utilities, buildings, landscaping, and other development components.
• Coordinate with the Design Team to resolve RFIs, design discrepancies, constructability issues, utility clashes, technical queries, and site constraints.
• Lead construction, progress, technical, coordination, risk, and interface meetings and ensure timely closure of agreed actions.
• Maintain effective coordination with the Client, PMC, Contractors, government authorities, utility providers, developers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure implementation of project QA/QC and HSE requirements and monitor timely closure of NCRs, observations, and corrective actions.
• Identify construction, programme, stakeholder, and interface risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Support the Project Manager and Commercial Team in reviewing variations, claims, EOT matters, payment applications, and other contractual/commercial issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years post-undergraduate experience plus 5 years in a senior technical position.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant Engineering field (i.e. Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural etc) and PMP preferable, plus membership of a recognized professional institution preferred

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10160647

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Construction

Work Location Model: On-Site