Resident Engineer

Abdul Rahim Architectural Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abdul Rahim Architectural Consultants seeks an experienced professional in construction supervision and contract administration in Dubai. The candidate will handle IFC drawings, ensure compliance with FIDIC conditions, and oversee project documentation and approvals.

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and over 8 years of industry experience are required. Proficient communication and leadership skills are essential for effective stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction supervision, contract administration, and authority coordination.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, local building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in handling contractual correspondences, project documentation, and approvals.

Responsibilities

• Issue and process IFC drawings and contract documents, resolving coordination issues.
• Ensure compliance with FIDIC conditions, project specifications, and safety regulations.
• Approve and monitor contractor payment schedules and cash flow forecasts.
• Review and verify contractor’s insurances, performance bonds, and payment guarantees.

Skills

Construction supervision

Contract administration

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Issue and process IFC drawings and contract documents, resolving coordination issues.
• Ensure compliance with FIDIC conditions, project specifications, and safety regulations.
• Review and verify contractor’s insurances, performance bonds, and payment guarantees.
• Propose value engineering solutions for cost optimization.
• Approve and monitor contractor payment schedules and cash flow forecasts.
• Coordinate with authorities for permits, approvals, and regulatory compliance.
• Track project progress against the baseline program and look‑ahead schedules.
• Review and approve materials submittals, shop drawings, and procurement plans.
• Manage contractor RFIs, provisional sums, and client approvals for prime cost items.
• Issue and manage Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), Site Instructions (SIs), and warning letters.
• Ensure proper documentation, corrective actions, and escalation procedures.
• Oversee and approve QA/QC deliverables, including inspection and test plans, material approval requests, snag lists, and testing and commissioning reports.
• Conduct final inspections and handover procedures in coordination with facility management.
• Monitor contractor resources, productivity rates, and compliance.
• Chair weekly and monthly progress meetings with stakeholders.
• Manage correspondence with the contractor, client, and authorities.
• Lead the review and recommendation of Variation Orders (VOs).
• Ensure proper tracking of contractual records, disputes, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in construction supervision, contract administration, and authority coordination.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, local building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in handling contractual correspondences, project documentation, and approvals.
• Strong leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in construction software, project scheduling, and reporting tools.