Resident Engineer

ALSUWEIDI Engineering Consultants; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

ALSUWEIDI Engineering Consultants is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to lead construction supervision activities on site and ensure projects comply with contractual, technical, quality, and regulatory requirements.

The Resident Engineer will be the senior on-site representative, managing multidisciplinary teams, safeguarding contractual obligations, and serving as the main interface between the Client, Contractor, Authorities, and Head Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certifications (PMP, PE, CEng, etc.) are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site supervision, reporting, and coordination activities
• Monitor progress against approved programmes and enforce corrective actions
• Review and oversee technical submissions, shop drawings, RFIs, and method statements
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC and HSE requirements
• Manage contract administration including payments, variations, claims, and EOTs
• Coordinate with Clients, Contractors, and Authorities
• Lead, mentor, and manage the supervision team
• Oversee testing, commissioning, project close-out, and handover documentation

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Negotiation

On-site supervision

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Professional certifications (PMP, PE, CEng)

Tools

ACONEX

Primavera

MS Project

BIM viewers

Job description

ALSUWEIDI Engineering Consultants is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to lead construction supervision activities on site and ensure projects are delivered in full compliance with contractual, technical, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Role Overview

The Resident Engineer is the senior on-site representative of the Consultant, responsible for managing all supervision activities, leading multidisciplinary teams, safeguarding contractual obligations, and acting as the main interface between the Client, Contractor, Authorities, and Head Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage site supervision, reporting, and coordination activities
• Monitor progress against approved programmes and enforce corrective actions
• Review and oversee technical submissions, shop drawings, RFIs, and method statements
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC and HSE requirements
• Manage contract administration including payments, variations, claims, and EOTs
• Coordinate with Clients, Contractors, and Authorities
• Lead, mentor, and manage the supervision team
• Oversee testing, commissioning, project close-out, and handover documentation

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Professional certifications (PMP, PE, CEng, etc.) are an advantage
• Minimum 15 years of construction supervision experience
• At least 7 years asa Resident Engineer or in a senior consultancy supervision role
• Proven UAE project experience with authority coordination
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and contract administration
• Proficient in ACONEX, Primavera, MS Project, and BIM viewers
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Sound technical judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Client-focused with the ability to work under pressure
• High standards of professionalism and compliance
• Site-based role with regular field inspections
• Extended working hours may be required during critical project phases

Please note that only candidates meeting all specifications will be contacted.