Resident Engineer (Drainage, Road, Water Recycle & Infrastructure)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and consulting firm in Dubai is seeking a Resident Engineer to oversee construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 20 years of experience in infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include supervising on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and effective project reporting. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of experience in Drainage, Pumping stations, and Infra projects.
• PMP certification required.
• Experience with DM Infra & Water recycle Project is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all construction activities on-site.
• Manage site supervision staff and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Prepare periodic project reports summarizing progress and costs.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Communication skills

Client service management

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PRIMAVERA

MS OFFICE

Job description

Overview

The Resident Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the progress of construction projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders. This role will require extensive on-site presence and coordination with various stakeholders during the entire construction process.

Responsibilities

• Technical Delivery: Supervise and coordinate all aspects of construction activities on-site, including material delivery, contractor schedules, labor resources, and equipment usage.
• Review design proposals, work program, material submittals, method statements, shop drawings, payments, variation orders and claims, etc.
• Effectively manage the site supervision staff during construction and ensure works are conducted according to the Contract specifications.
• Ensure all contractors, subcontractors and workers adhere to project schedules, quality, and safety standards.
• Work closely with designers and architects to ensure accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications.
• Regularly review progress and status reports and advise on adjustments and changes to meet project requirements.
• Provide updates to the client and project team on the project’s status, costs, and progress and request approvals or change orders, as necessary.
• Collaborate with project contractors to recommend innovative solutions that improve quality and reduce project cost.
• Prepare and submit periodic project reports summarizing progress, schedules, and goals to the management team.
• Collaborate with other Resident Engineers on other projects to coordinate schedules, resources and find solutions.
• Ensure monitoring of the quality of materials and workmanship installed, operated, and maintained.
• Maintain the Resident Engineer’s daily diary and reports by subordinates. Liaise with Client, Project Management and Contractor for resolution of project issues, and with concerned Authorities when required.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Familiarity with conditions of contract, and quality assurance.
• Liaise with clients and coordinate with Governmental Organizations and other Consultants/Contractors.
• Consistently adheres to and enforces internal Company processes and policies such as business and contracting rules.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication and negotiating skills.
• Work in a manner to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
• Collaboration and working as part of a team.
• Work in conjunction with engineers to solve project design problems, performing basic design calculations as required.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and site investigations.
• Liaison with Client, Contractor, supervision team, and Engineering to facilitate the completion of tasks and projects.
• Good communicator.
• Client Service Management: Internal and external client DM Infrastructure liaison; ability to build and maintain lasting and positive relationships; experience in utility diversions and management.
• Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
• Complete all work in line with Stantec Core Values and in accordance with the Stantec Quality Systems and Project Quality Procedures.
• Design for safety, i.e., Construction Design Management.
• Other duties as requested from time to time by the Construction manager.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering with 20 years of experience in Drainage, Pumping stations, Road, Water Recycle and Infra projects.
• Candidate must have PMP certification and be proficient in PRIMAVERA and MS OFFICE.
• Candidate must have previous experience in dealing with Construction manager, CS site team, Client, Contractor and Suppliers.
• Experience with DM Infra & Water recycle Project is an advantage.

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About Stantec

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

Work Location(s): United Arab Emirates - Dubai

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Civil Engineering, Project Management