Resident Engineer - Roads Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and disability benefits

Paid time off

Leaves of absence

Voluntary benefits

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Service recognition awards

Retirement savings plans

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd in Dubai seeks an experienced Resident Engineer to lead site supervision and delivery of a major roads infrastructure project. You will oversee contractor performance, ensure quality, safety, schedule and cost control on-site.

The role requires 20 years infrastructure experience, strong leadership of a supervision team, coordination with Dubai authorities, and a hands-on approach to technical submissions, RFI responses, and project controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 20 years of infrastructure engineering experience.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale roads/bridges projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall delivery of infrastructure packages against time, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Supervise contractor activities and ensure IFC drawings and specs compliance.
• Direct the supervision team including Resident Engineers, Inspectors, and Surveyors.
• Prepare and present progress information and key project risks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Effective communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Resident Engineer - Roads Infrastructure Job Snapshot

Role: Resident Engineer Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Civil & Structural Engineering Experience: Minimum 20 years of infrastructure engineering experience Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview AECOM is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer in Dubai, UAE to lead the site supervision and delivery of a large roads infrastructure project. The role carries responsibility for contractor performance, supervision teams, technical compliance, construction quality, safety, schedule, cost, and coordination with Dubai authorities. The successful candidate will bring extensive infrastructure engineering experience across major roads and transportation projects and provide strong technical leadership throughout construction.

Job Details Country: UAE 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

Job Purpose

The Resident Engineer will oversee the activities and effectiveness of the project supervision team to ensure construction proceeds in accordance with approved plans, specifications, contractual requirements, and applicable authority standards. The position requires effective organization of site inspection, surveying, testing, technical review, and project controls. The Resident Engineer will maintain a detailed understanding of project drawings, specifications, amendments, and construction requirements while providing leadership across roads, bridges, utilities, drainage, and associated infrastructure works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall delivery of assigned infrastructure packages against time, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability objectives.
• Supervise contractor activities and verify compliance with approved IFC drawings, technical specifications, contractual requirements, and agreed milestones.
• Direct the supervision team, including Resident Engineers, Inspectors, and Surveyors.
• Ensure effective daily inspections and consistent application of project quality and safety requirements.
• Maintain strong Health, Safety, and Environmental awareness across construction activities.
• Verify contractor compliance with approved HSE plans, risk assessments, and applicable local regulations.
• Identify and resolve technical, construction, and site issues before they create avoidable schedule or cost impacts.
• Escalate significant project matters when appropriate.
• Represent AECOM during client, authority, and coordination meetings.
• Prepare and present progress information, key project risks, and mitigation measures.

Technical and Construction Oversight

Provide technical leadership for major civil and infrastructure works, including roads, bridges, utilities, drainage systems, and associated structures. Review contractor construction programs, method statements, shop drawings, technical submittals, and material approval requests. Recommendations and technical responses must be provided within appropriate project timelines to maintain construction progress. Monitor delivery against the approved baseline program and recommend recovery measures when schedule slippage is identified.

Project Controls and Performance

• Develop, implement, and monitor the Project Execution Plan.
• Maintain oversight of the Quality Management Plan and Health and Safety Plan.
• Define and track relevant project performance metrics.
• Ensure team performance remains aligned with AECOM quality standards and project KPIs.
• Conduct weekly internal coordination meetings.
• Review progress, emerging risks, and required corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate project correspondence, documentation, and reports in accordance with contractual and company requirements.

Variations and Claims

Manage and negotiate variations, scope changes, and claims within the responsibilities of the position. Provide appropriate technical input and recommendations to the client and commercial team, considering project requirements, construction conditions, contractual obligations, and potential cost or schedule implications.

Quality and Technical Submissions

• Monitor the status and timely closure of RFIs.
• Review and follow up NCRs.
• Ensure WIRs are processed appropriately.
• Monitor shop drawing submissions and approvals.
• Maintain accurate supporting project records.
• Ensure construction quality control processes are consistently applied.
• Support timely resolution of technical queries affecting site activities.

Authority and Stakeholder Coordination

Ensure construction activities comply with requirements established by relevant Dubai authorities and stakeholders, including RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, NAKHEEL, and other applicable entities. The Resident Engineer will coordinate with utility authorities and third parties to support the timely acquisition of NOCs, permits, and approvals required for construction.

Team Leadership

• Assign responsibilities to key supervision team members.
• Monitor individual and team performance.
• Conduct performance evaluations.
• Provide coaching and technical guidance.
• Support professional development within the supervision team.
• Maintain an effective site organization capable of delivering required inspection, testing, surveying, and supervision activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in infrastructure engineering.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Relevant project exposure should include roads, bridges, underpasses, metro, and rail.
• Previous experience with RTA projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure development and construction methodologies.
• Strong understanding of quality control processes.
• Excellent project management capabilities, including budget and schedule management.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced project environment.
• Ability to manage multiple project priorities simultaneously.
• Willingness to work on-site and travel as required for project needs.

Technical Knowledge

The position requires strong practical understanding of civil infrastructure construction, IFC drawings, specifications, method statements, technical submittals, material approvals, project scheduling, quality management, HSE requirements, and construction supervision. Knowledge of Dubai authority requirements and coordination processes involving RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, NAKHEEL, utility authorities, and relevant third parties is particularly important for successful project delivery.

Why Join AECOM

AECOM provides opportunities to work on infrastructure projects supported by a global network of planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital specialists, program managers, and construction professionals. The company provides training and development programs focused on strengthening technical expertise and leadership capabilities.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life and disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absence
• voluntary benefits
• well-being resources
• an employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plans
• an employee stock purchase plan

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering services across water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. Its capabilities span advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management for public and private sector clients. AECOM has a global team of more than 50000 professionals and reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.