Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Supervision

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Dubai seeks a Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Supervision to lead construction supervision, contract administration and project scheduling for major road and infrastructure works. The role requires a civil engineer with at least 15 years post-graduation experience, and proven ability to coordinate with clients, contractors and authorities on complex projects. The position is on-site in Dubai, full-time, with focus on engineering quality and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• 15+ years post-graduation experience in construction supervision.
• Recent experience in road/bridge and GCC projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction supervision for major roads, bridges, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors and government authorities.
• Review contractor activities for compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor construction quality against codes and standards.
• Manage changes and documentation related to contract scope.

Skills

Roads & Bridges CM

Civil Engineering Codes

Contract Administration

Construction Scheduling

Engineering Quality Supervision

Project Communication

HSE Awareness

Education

Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Tools

Computer Applications

Job description

Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Supervision Job Snapshot

Role: Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Supervision

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Civil & Structural Engineering

Experience: Minimum 15 years of post-graduation experience

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

Parsons Corporation is hiring a Resident Engineer - Roads and Bridge Supervision in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to oversee major transportation and infrastructure construction activities within the Civil Engineering industry. This senior engineering position involves construction supervision, contract administration, project scheduling, quality monitoring, and coordination with clients, contractors, and government authorities. The role requires a civil engineering professional with at least 15 years of post-graduation experience managing and supervising major road, bridge, and infrastructure construction projects. Recent and substantial experience in community development projects is mandatory, with previous experience in Dubai or the wider GCC region preferred. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining engineering standards, monitoring contractual obligations, managing project changes, and coordinating construction closeout and infrastructure handover.

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 lead the construction supervision of assigned road, bridge, and infrastructure works, ensuring that technical execution aligns with approved project requirements and contractual commitments. This position combines engineering leadership with project delivery responsibilities. It requires the ability to manage construction interfaces, evaluate progress, communicate with stakeholders, and address changes affecting scope, schedule, and budget. The Resident Engineer will also coordinate with relevant authorities to support approvals, service handovers, and the orderly completion of assigned project elements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee construction supervision activities for major roads, bridges, and associated infrastructure.
• Manage assigned engineering work scopes and monitor construction deliverables.
• Review contractor activities to verify compliance with approved requirements.
• Assess construction quality against applicable engineering codes, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor construction progress and identify matters requiring technical or management intervention.
• Coordinate engineering supervision activities with relevant project personnel.
• Support consistent application of approved construction methods and technical requirements.

Project Planning and Performance Monitoring

• Monitor engineering schedules and construction milestones.
• Review progress against budget and schedule expectations.
• Identify potential delays affecting assigned project components.
• Coordinate responses to construction issues that may affect project completion.
• Maintain awareness of outstanding engineering and contractor deliverables.
• Communicate progress concerns and significant developments to project management.
• Support completion of assigned works within established project requirements.

Contract Administration and Change Management

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with contractual obligations.
• Identify and document modifications affecting the approved scope of work.
• Review and approve change orders within delegated authority.
• Assess the implications of changes for construction schedules and project budgets.
• Notify project management and affected personnel of approved changes.
• Maintain records of contractual decisions and scope adjustments.
• Ensure that Parsons ' contractual rights and obligations are fulfilled.

Client and Stakeholder Coordination

• Maintain effective communication with client representatives.
• Provide periodic updates on construction progress and project requirements.
• Manage client expectations through accurate reporting and timely coordination.
• Communicate significant technical, contractual, and scheduling matters.
• Address stakeholder concerns within the assigned project responsibilities.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and engineering teams to resolve project issues.
• Maintain professional relationships with relevant project participants.

Government Authority Liaison

• Coordinate with government authorities and agencies regarding construction approvals.
• Follow up on outstanding authority requirements affecting project execution.
• Liaise with relevant agencies regarding infrastructure services and project handover.
• Support the resolution of approval-related matters.
• Communicate authority requirements to contractors and project personnel.
• Assist in coordinating the documentation and activities necessary for project acceptance.

Engineering Quality and Compliance

• Review completed construction works for technical compliance.
• Verify adherence to applicable civil engineering standards and construction procedures.
• Identify construction deficiencies requiring further review or correction.
• Coordinate appropriate responses with engineering supervision personnel.
• Monitor quality-related issues affecting assigned project elements.
• Support the maintenance of acceptable construction quality throughout execution.

Project Closeout and Handover

• Manage closeout requirements for assigned roads and infrastructure works.
• Coordinate completion of outstanding contractor obligations.
• Monitor the status of engineering and contractual deliverables required for project completion.
• Liaise with relevant authorities regarding service and infrastructure handover.
• Support coordination between the client, contractors, and project management team.
• Assist in achieving an organized transition from construction activities to final handover.

Engineering Leadership and Team Development

• Coordinate construction supervision personnel across assigned engineering activities.
• Provide technical direction and support to relevant project staff.
• Encourage collaboration between engineering disciplines and contractor teams.
• Mentor engineering personnel where appropriate.
• Promote effective communication and accountability.
• Support resolution of technical issues through coordinated teamwork.

Construction Health, Safety and Environmental Awareness

• Apply knowledge of construction health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain awareness of site safety considerations during construction supervision.
• Coordinate with relevant personnel regarding safety-related concerns.
• Support compliance with applicable project health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Promote safe construction practices within assigned responsibilities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 15 years of post‑graduation experience in construction supervision and construction management.
• Extensive experience supervising major roads, bridges, and infrastructure projects.
• Recent and substantial professional experience in community development projects.
• Strong knowledge of applicable civil engineering codes, technical standards, and construction procedures.
• Experience managing engineering scope, project schedules, and construction changes.
• Ability to review contractor deliverables and assess construction quality.
• Experience coordinating with clients, contractors, subcontractors, 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 practices.

Preferred Professional Experience

Previous experience managing major infrastructure construction projects within the GCC region is preferred, particularly in Dubai. Candidates with strong backgrounds in community development, road and bridge construction supervision, contractual coordination, and infrastructure handover will be especially relevant to this opportunity.

Desired Professional Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary construction supervision teams.
• Experience mentoring staff and supporting professional development.
• Strong client communication and relationship management capabilities.
• Sound technical judgment when reviewing construction and contractual matters.
• Effective coordination with government authorities and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing project priorities while maintaining engineering quality.

Technical Skills

• Roads and Bridges Construction Management: Experience overseeing construction supervision activities for major transportation and civil infrastructure projects.
• Civil Engineering Codes and Standards: Strong understanding of engineering specifications, construction procedures, and applicable technical quality requirements.
• Contract Administration and Change Control: Ability to manage contractor obligations, document scope changes, and review change orders.
• Construction Scheduling and Budget Monitoring: Experience tracking project progress, identifying deviations, and coordinating responses to schedule and cost concerns.
• Authority Approvals and Infrastructure Handover: Knowledge of coordinating construction approvals and completed infrastructure handover with relevant government agencies.
• Engineering Quality Supervision: Ability to assess construction deliverables, verify technical compliance, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Project Communication and Reporting: Capability to provide accurate progress updates and communicate engineering, contractual, and scheduling matters.
• Construction Health, Safety and Environment: Understanding of safety and environmental practices associated with large‑scale civil construction activities.

Project Contribution

The Resident Engineer will support the delivery of road, bridge, and community infrastructure works through effective construction supervision and disciplined management of engineering requirements. The position contributes to project performance by identifying scope changes, monitoring construction progress, maintaining contractor accountability, and supporting compliance with technical standards. Effective coordination with clients and government authorities will also help maintain continuity between construction execution, project closeout, and final infrastructure handover.

Why Join Parsons

This position provides senior‑level responsibility for major infrastructure construction activities in Dubai, including roads, bridges, and community development projects. The role offers involvement in engineering supervision, contractual management, stakeholder coordination, and project delivery alongside multidisciplinary infrastructure professionals.

About the Company

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