Resident Engineer - Dynamic Message Signs

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Dubai is seeking a Resident Engineer for the Dynamic Message Signs package within a major Roadside ITS project. The role requires leading a multidisciplinary team, directing construction, and coordinating with the Central ITS platform integration to deliver a timely, safe, and compliant solution.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in civil infrastructure, strong design-and-build experience, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
• At least ten years post-graduate experience, with seven years in a managerial or technical leadership position on major infrastructure projects in the United Arab Emirates.
• Proven design and build project experience and the ability to assess technical proposals, constructability, and technology deployment.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language ability is advantageous.
• Applicants must be present in the United Arab Emirates and available for an in-person interview.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily construction supervision and monitor progress against the approved program.
• Lead specialists, engineers, inspectors of works, and quantity surveyors assigned to the package.
• Coordinate the detailed design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning of dynamic message signs.
• Oversee the construction and installation of sign gantries, foundations, mounting structures, cabling, and associated works.
• Monitor integration of roadside equipment with the Central ITS Management System.
• Ensure that activities satisfy contract requirements, technical standards, quality expectations, and project milestones.
• Review and approve technical submissions, shop drawings, method statements, and related contractor documentation.
• Evaluate constructability and proposed technology deployment before implementation at the site.
• Coordinate contractors and interfacing construction teams to maintain uninterrupted project execution.
• Manage health and safety requirements and environmental protection measures throughout construction.
• Review technical and financial proposals and provide clear recommendations to the client.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Resolve technical challenges through timely engineering decisions and practical site solutions.
• Coordinate with client, project management consultant, contractor, utility providers, and authorities.
• Maintain communication across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Track resource deployment and verify staffing and equipment support the schedule.
• Monitor costs and progress while protecting quality and completion objectives.
• Support statutory approvals, permits, consents, and licensing requirements.
• Prepare reliable reports on progress, risks, technical matters, and financial issues.

Skills

Resident engineering leadership

Dynamic message signs

Intelligent transportation systems

ITS platform integration

Roadside information systems

Design & build delivery

Construction supervision

Team management

Submittal review

Shop drawings

Constructability assessment

Technology deployment

Stakeholder coordination

Risk management

Cost monitoring

HSE management

Environmental compliance

Permits & approvals

Proposal evaluation

Fast-track delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Resident Engineer - Dynamic Message Signs Job Snapshot

• Role: Resident Engineer - Dynamic Message Signs
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Project Management
• Experience: Minimum 10 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Project Management
• Salary: AED 25000-40000 per month Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Resident Engineer will direct Package 2B of a Roadside Dynamic Information System project. The contractor 's scope includes dynamic message signs, supporting structures, associated works, and integration with the Central ITS Management System. Success requires close control of design and build interfaces, site resources, authority coordination, safety, quality, budget, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily construction supervision and monitor progress against the approved program.
• Lead specialists, engineers, inspectors of works, and quantity surveyors assigned to the package.
• Coordinate the detailed design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning of dynamic message signs.
• Oversee the construction and installation of sign gantries, foundations, mounting structures, cabling, and associated works.
• Monitor integration of roadside equipment with the Central ITS Management System.
• Ensure that activities satisfy contract requirements, technical standards, quality expectations, and project milestones.
• Review and approve technical submissions, shop drawings, method statements, and related contractor documentation.
• Evaluate constructability and proposed technology deployment before implementation at the site.
• Coordinate contractors and interfacing construction teams to maintain uninterrupted project execution.
• Manage health and safety requirements and environmental protection measures throughout construction.
• Review technical and financial proposals and provide clear recommendations to the client.
• Identify construction, integration, commercial, and schedule risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Resolve technical challenges through timely engineering decisions and practical site solutions.
• Coordinate with the client, project management consultant, contractor, utility providers, and relevant authorities.
• Maintain effective communication across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Track resource deployment and verify that staffing and equipment support the planned schedule.
• Monitor project costs and progress while protecting quality and completion objectives.
• Support statutory approvals, permits, consents, and licensing requirements.
• Prepare reliable reports on progress, risks, technical matters, financial issues, and required decisions.

Ideal Profile

Applicants must hold a bachelor 's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline from an accredited university. At least ten years of post-graduate experience is required, including seven years in a managerial or technical leadership position on major infrastructure projects in the United Arab Emirates. Candidates should have proven design and build project experience and the ability to assess technical proposals, financial submissions, constructability, and technology deployment. Previous responsibility for health, safety, and environmental performance on complex infrastructure or deep underground works is also required. The successful candidate must understand Dubai and United Arab Emirates regulations and be capable of coordinating with statutory authorities. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential, while Arabic language ability will be advantageous. Applicants must already be present in the United Arab Emirates and available for an in-person interview.

Skills Set

• Resident engineering leadership
• Dynamic message sign deployment
• Intelligent transportation systems
• Central ITS platform integration
• Roadside information systems
• Design and build project delivery
• Construction supervision
• Multidisciplinary team management
• Technical submittal review
• Shop drawing approval
• Constructability assessment
• Technology deployment planning
• Contractor and stakeholder coordination
• Project risk management
• Cost and schedule monitoring
• Health and safety management
• Environmental compliance
• Authority permits and approvals
• Technical and financial proposal evaluation
• Fast-track infrastructure delivery

Why Join Us

This assignment offers leadership responsibility for a technology-enabled road infrastructure package that will improve the delivery of real-time information to Dubai 's road users. It combines construction management with intelligent transportation systems, complex stakeholder coordination, and the integration of field equipment into a centralized operational platform.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and technology company delivering transportation, infrastructure, environmental, and security programs. Its teams combine design, construction supervision, program management, and digital expertise to deliver complex projects safely and efficiently.