Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Construction

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Dubai seeks a seasoned Resident Engineer to supervise roads, bridges and civil infrastructure projects on-site. You will manage engineering quality, schedule, cost control, and stakeholder coordination with clients and authorities.

The role requires a degree in civil engineering and 15+ years of post-graduate experience in major infrastructure supervision, preferably with GCC exposure in Dubai. On-site work arrangement applies.

Qualifications

• Extensive civil engineering knowledge and project oversight.
• Experience supervising major road/bridge infrastructure projects.
• Strong coordination with clients, contractors and authorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction supervision and engineering management for roads, bridges, and infrastructure.
• Monitor schedules and budgets; review changes and approvals.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, clients and government authorities.

Skills

Civil Engineering expertise

Roads & Bridges Construction

Project Scheduling

Contract Administration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Construction Job SnapshotRole: Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge ConstructionLocation: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesIndustry: Civil EngineeringFunction: Civil & Structural EngineeringExperience: Minimum 15 years of post-graduation experienceJob Type: Full TimeWork Arrangement: On-sitePosition Overview Parsons Corporation is seeking a Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Construction in Dubai, United Arab Emirates for a senior construction supervision opportunity within the Civil Engineering industry. The position involves managing major road, bridge, and infrastructure construction activities, overseeing engineering quality, coordinating with government authorities, and ensuring that assigned works progress in accordance with contractual obligations. This role requires an experienced civil engineering professional capable of managing construction schedules, reviewing technical deliverables, administering project changes, and maintaining effective communication with clients and contractors. Candidates must possess at least 15 years of post-graduation experience in major infrastructure construction supervision and management. Recent and substantial experience in community development projects is essential, with GCC experience, particularly in Dubai, preferred.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Civil & Structural Engineering Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Role Context

The Resident Engineer will manage the construction supervision of assigned road, bridge, and infrastructure project elements, with responsibility for engineering coordination, contract compliance, project progress, and completion activities. The position requires technical leadership and commercial awareness to ensure that construction works meet approved requirements while supporting project schedules and budgets. A key aspect of the role is maintaining productive relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors, government authorities, and project management personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction Supervision and Engineering Management- Manage construction supervision activities across assigned road, bridge, and infrastructure works.- Monitor engineering scope and construction deliverables against approved project requirements.- Review construction progress to assess compliance with agreed schedules and budgets.- Coordinate technical activities with relevant engineering supervision personnel.- Identify construction issues that may affect quality, cost, or project completion.- Review completed work to verify compliance with applicable engineering codes and standards.- Ensure that established construction procedures are followed.- Coordinate engineering decisions required to maintain progress across assigned project elements.
• Project Scope and Change Control- Identify and document changes to the approved scope of work.- Review proposed changes and assess their implications for construction activities.- Review and approve change orders within the authority assigned to the position.- Communicate approved changes to project management and affected personnel.- Monitor the effect of scope changes on schedules, budgets, and deliverables.- Maintain appropriate records of contractual and engineering changes.- Support compliance with relevant contractual obligations throughout project execution.
• Contractor and Subcontractor Coordination- Liaise with contractors and subcontractors regarding construction requirements.- Monitor compliance with contractual provisions and agreed deliverables.- Review contractor submissions and completed works against applicable standards.- Coordinate resolution of technical and contractual issues.- Communicate construction observations and required actions to responsible parties.- Support timely completion of outstanding contractor obligations.- Maintain clear professional communication throughout construction activities.
• Client Communication and Stakeholder Management- Maintain regular communication with client representatives.- Provide periodic updates on project progress and significant construction matters.- Manage client expectations through accurate reporting and effective coordination.- Communicate changes affecting project scope, delivery, or contractual requirements.- Address stakeholder concerns within the assigned responsibilities.- Coordinate with project management personnel to support timely decision-making.- Maintain constructive relationships with clients and external project participants.
• Government Authority Approvals- Coordinate with relevant government authorities and agencies regarding infrastructure approvals.- Liaise with authority representatives to address project execution requirements.- Monitor outstanding approvals affecting construction progress.- Support coordination of services and infrastructure handover requirements.- Communicate authority-related matters to the client and project management teams.- Facilitate the completion of documentation required for project acceptance.- Support smooth coordination between construction teams and relevant agencies.
• Construction Quality and Technical Standards- Review engineering and construction deliverables for compliance with applicable codes.- Verify that approved technical procedures and quality requirements are followed.- Identify work that does not meet required engineering standards.- Coordinate technical reviews and corrective actions where necessary.- Monitor construction quality across assigned infrastructure activities.- Support consistent application of approved specifications and construction procedures.
• Project Progress and Budget Monitoring- Track construction progress against established schedules.- Monitor assigned engineering activities and project milestones.- Identify delays or deviations affecting planned delivery.- Review budget-related implications of scope changes.- Communicate progress concerns to project management personnel.- Coordinate with contractors to address outstanding construction activities.- Maintain oversight of assigned project elements through completion.
• Project Closeout and Infrastructure Handover- Manage closeout requirements for assigned construction works.- Coordinate completion of outstanding engineering and contractual deliverables.- Liaise with contractors regarding remaining project obligations.- Support final coordination with government authorities and relevant agencies.- Monitor project and service handover requirements.- Assist the client and project management team in achieving orderly project completion.- Ensure that Parsons ' contractual rights and obligations are fulfilled.
• Engineering Team Leadership- Coordinate the work of engineering supervision personnel.- Provide technical direction concerning assigned construction activities.- Support teamwork across engineering and project management functions.- Mentor staff where appropriate.- Encourage effective communication and resolution of technical issues.- Maintain accountability for assigned engineering supervision responsibilities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 15 years of post-graduation professional experience in construction supervision and management.
• Extensive experience supervising major road, bridge, and infrastructure construction projects.
• Recent and substantial experience in community development projects.
• Strong technical understanding of applicable civil engineering codes and construction standards.
• Experience managing engineering scope, construction schedules, and project changes.
• Ability to coordinate contractors, subcontractors, clients, and government authorities.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications and software relevant to civil engineering and construction management.
• Knowledge of construction health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Preferred Experience and Professional Strengths

• Previous construction management experience within the GCC region is preferred, especially in Dubai.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience mentoring engineering staff and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong client relationship management capabilities.
• Practical experience coordinating infrastructure approvals and project handover.
• Ability to manage construction supervision responsibilities across complex infrastructure activities.
• Sound judgment when addressing contractual, technical, and scheduling matters.

Technical Skills

• Roads and Bridges Construction Supervision Experience managing construction activities associated with major road infrastructure, bridge works, and supporting civil engineering systems.
• Construction Contract Administration Ability to monitor contractor obligations, review contractual deliverables, and manage approved project changes.
• Engineering Codes and Standards Strong knowledge of civil engineering specifications, construction procedures, and technical quality requirements.
• Project Scheduling and Cost Control Experience monitoring construction schedules, assessing progress, and identifying changes affecting project budgets.
• Authority Coordination Ability to liaise with relevant government agencies regarding construction approvals, service coordination, and infrastructure handover.
• Engineering Quality Management Experience reviewing construction works, identifying technical non-compliance, and coordinating required corrective actions.
• Project Reporting Ability to communicate construction progress, engineering concerns, contractual changes, and project completion requirements.
• Construction Health, Safety and Environment Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices relevant to major civil infrastructure projects.

Role Impact

The Resident Engineer will contribute to successful infrastructure delivery by maintaining effective construction supervision, coordinating project stakeholders, and overseeing contractual and technical requirements. The position supports project performance through early identification of scope changes, consistent monitoring of construction progress, and effective management of contractor interfaces. By coordinating authority approvals and closeout requirements, the successful candidate will also help maintain continuity between construction execution and final infrastructure handover.

Why Join Parsons

This opportunity provides senior-level responsibility for road, bridge, and community infrastructure construction activities in Dubai. The role offers involvement in engineering supervision, construction management, contractual coordination, and stakeholder engagement while working with multidisciplinary infrastructure teams.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, and construction management services across transportation and major civil development sectors. Its teams support construction supervision, engineering coordination, contract administration, and infrastructure project delivery in the United Arab Emirates and across the Middle East.