Resident Engineer Interchange

Atkins Realis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group in Dubai seeks a Resident Engineer Interchanges to oversee construction & site activities for metro interchange works, utilities, roads, and interfaces. You’ll lead the supervision team, ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery per specs and standards.

The ideal candidate has 12-15 years in construction PM/Supervision, UAE/GCC experience, a Civil Engineering degree, and PE/CEng or PMP; FIDIC experience is preferred. Strong coordination with stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Master's degree is advantageous for the role.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 12-15 years in construction supervision and PM.
• At least 5 years in metro/rail/interchange projects.
• UAE/GCC project experience preferred.
• Experience with FIDIC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the site supervision team for metro interchange stations and related works.
• Monitor contractor performance against drawings, specs, and schedules.
• Coordinate civil, structural, architectural, MEP, rail and utilities interfaces.
• Review schedules and manage risks to avoid delays.
• Ensure QA/QC, safety, and regulatory compliance at site.
• Prepare progress reports and manage stakeholder communications.
• Support contract administration and dispute resolution activities.

Skills

Project Management

Site Supervision

Contract Administration

QA/QC

HSE Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree (advantage)

Job description

Job Description

Overview The Resident Engineer Interchanges is responsible for managing and supervising all construction and site activities related to metro interchange stations associated civil works utilities roads structures and multidisciplinary interfaces The role ensures that works are executed in accordance with project specifications contract requirements Dubai standards safety regulations quality requirements and project schedules

Your role

Project Management & Supervision

Lead the site supervision team for metro interchange stations and associated infrastructure works Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with approved drawings specifications and construction methodologies Coordinate construction activities involving civil structural architectural MEP rail systems roads bridges and utility diversions Review construction schedules and monitor progress against project milestones Identify project risks and develop mitigation measures to avoid delays

Technical Oversight

Review and approve method statements shop drawings material submittals and inspection requests Ensure compliance with relevant standards including RTA Dubai Municipality DEWA Civil Defense and international rail transit standards Resolve engineering and construction issues arising during project execution Coordinate interfaces between metro systems stations roads and external stakeholders

Quality Assurance & HSE

Ensure implementation of Quality Management Systems and project QA QC procedures Monitor site safety practices and ensure compliance with HSE requirements Participate in audits inspections and safety reviews Ensure corrective actions are implemented for non-conformance reports

Contract Administration

Review contractor claims variation orders extension of time requests and payment applications Verify completed works and certify contractor invoices Maintain project records reports correspondence and documentation Support dispute resolution and contract compliance activities

Stakeholder Management

Liaise with client representatives contractors consultants utility authorities and government agencies Attend progress meetings and provide technical guidance to project teams Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for project management and clients

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline. Master's Degree is an advantage. Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), PMP, or equivalent certification preferred.

Experience

Minimum 12-15 years of experience in construction supervision and project management. At least 5 years in metro, railway, transportation, interchange stations, or major infrastructure projects. UAE/GCC project experience preferred. Experience with FIDIC contracts and large multidisciplinary projects.