Resident Engineer – Civil & Infrastructure

Parsons Oman; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 257,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to oversee construction projects in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and at least 15 years of experience in infrastructure and roadworks. You'll manage engineering tasks, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role is a great opportunity to contribute significantly to major projects while working with a supportive team.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Employee wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction of infrastructure, landscapes and road works.
• Demonstrable experience in supervision on major road and infrastructure projects.
• Sound knowledge of authorities approval process.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Engineer with delegated authority during construction.
• Coordinate with design Engineers, Contractor, Client/PMC, and authorities.
• Ensure safety goals are achieved and oversee safety procedures.

Skills

Supervision

Quality Assurance

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Contractual Relationships

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Resident Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to plan, schedule, supervise, and exercise administrative authority over all field of engineering work in the project.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Engineer with delegated authority and be directly responsible to the Employer during construction.

• Communicate directly with the Contractor.

• Observe and inspect the Contractor’s construction activities.

• Issue orders to correct non-compliant activities, work, materials, and equipment.

• Direct, assist, and monitor the construction supervision team, including site engineers, work inspectors, and surveyors.

• Provide assistance and advice to the Employer regarding variations, adjustments, and financial matters.

• Provide recommendations to the Employer for Contractor payments, claims, and variation orders.

• Advise on contractual and construction matters related to roadworks, utility diversions, traffic diversions, road furniture, and related works.

• Supervise, review, monitor, and report on progress of roadworks and associated works.

• Coordinate with design Engineers, Contractor, Client/PMC, and concerned Authorities.

• Ensure safety goals are achieved and oversee implementation of safety procedures.

• Submit reports on accidents or near misses and review Contractor’s HSE reports.

• Participate in health and safety issues and comply with safety, health, and risk management requirements.

• Convene and chair regular site meetings.

• Ensure prompt exchange of correspondence and approvals.

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of records.

• Report back to SRE/CM or Project Manager as necessary.

• Participate in contract administration.

• Perform other responsibilities as appropriate.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) from a recognized institution. An equivalency certificate from the Ministry of Education is required.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction of infrastructure, landscapes and road works

• Demonstrable experience in all aspects of supervision on major road and general infrastructure and landscaping projects preferably in the Gulf region.

• Emphasis on Quality Assurance Specifications and Statistical Quality Control.

• Have a sound knowledge about contractual relationships.

Desired Skills

p>Requires a comprehensive knowledge of engineering and construction related processes, as well as industry practices.

• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, a familiarity with CAD and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering and construction, and the proven ability for performing in a supervisory capacity on a project.

• Sound knowledge of authorities approval process in addition to handing over process.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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