Resident Engineer - Stormwater Drainage

AECOM Middle East Ltd

Dubai

On-site

AED 146,896 - 220,345

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Resident Engineer – Stormwater Drainage located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role requires a civil engineering professional with 20+ years of experience in managing stormwater drainage and related infrastructure projects.

The candidate will oversee contractors, ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality standards, and lead site teams while delivering complex infrastructure packages to high technical standards. A strong background in project delivery and contractor management is essential for this role.

Qualifications

Minimum 20 years of post-graduate experience in major infrastructure projects.
Strong background in stormwater drainage systems and sewerage networks.
Extensive UAE experience with proven project exposure in Dubai.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of stormwater drainage project packages.
Supervise contractors to ensure compliance with project specifications.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and manage interfaces effectively.

Skills

Resident engineering

Stormwater drainage

Microtunneling

Deep shaft construction

Sewerage networks

Sewage treatment works

Infrastructure supervision

Contractor management

Site supervision leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree

Job description

Resident Engineer – Stormwater Drainage (Dubai)

Job Snapshot: Role: Resident Engineer – Stormwater Drainage. Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Industry: Civil Engineering. Function: Civil & Structural Engineering. Experience: Minimum 20 years. Position Type: Full-time.

Overview

Resident Engineer – Stormwater Drainage in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for a senior infrastructure professional with extensive experience in stormwater drainage, microtunneling, deep shaft construction, sewage treatment works, contractor supervision, authority coordination, and major project delivery. This role is suited for an experienced resident engineer who can lead site supervision teams, manage contractors, ensure compliance with RTA and Dubai Municipality standards, and deliver complex drainage and utility infrastructure packages safely, efficiently, and to high technical standards.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: 40000-60000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the city; final offer to be confirmed with the employer)
Gender: Any
Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Context

The Resident Engineer – Stormwater Drainage will lead the supervision and management of critical stormwater drainage and underground infrastructure works within a major Dubai project. The position carries responsibility for project package delivery, construction compliance, contractor performance, technical reviews, HSE leadership, quality control, and coordination with clients, authorities, and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead delivery of assigned stormwater drainage, microtunneling, sewerage, or infrastructure project packages while monitoring schedule, budget, quality, and performance targets.
Supervise contractors and ensure construction works are executed according to approved drawings, project specifications, contract requirements, and authority standards.
Direct and coordinate the supervision team, including engineers and inspectors, during daily inspections and site monitoring activities.
Ensure full compliance with HSE requirements and promote a disciplined safety-first culture across all project site operations.
Resolve site issues promptly using sound engineering judgment, clear documentation, and practical coordination with relevant parties.
Represent the company in client, contractor, consultant, and authority meetings while maintaining professional communication and reporting standards.
Review and endorse contractor technical submittals, method statements, material approvals, shop drawings, construction drawings, and related project documentation.
Monitor progress reporting, schedule updates, cost control information, and construction performance to ensure alignment with project objectives.
Manage scope variations, change requests, claims, and technical issues in coordination with client and contractor representatives.
Prepare, implement, and monitor the Project Execution Plan, HSE Plan, and Quality Control Plan for assigned packages.
Review construction programs, technical deliverables, cost estimates, sequencing plans, and progress data for accuracy and completeness.
Mentor subordinate engineers and inspectors, support performance reviews, and encourage skill development within the supervision team.
Conduct internal weekly meetings to assess site progress, review risks, track actions, and agree corrective measures.
Ensure works follow relevant RTA, DM, DEWA, and local authority procedures for stormwater drainage, microtunneling, sewerage, and treatment infrastructure.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to manage interfaces between civil works, drainage systems, utilities, deep shafts, treatment works, and existing infrastructure.
Support quality assurance by ensuring inspections, test records, NCRs, approvals, and technical responses are properly managed and closed.
Maintain strong control over project communication, site documentation, authority coordination, and stakeholder reporting.
Perform additional project duties as required to support safe, compliant, and successful infrastructure delivery.

Ideal Profile

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Master's Degree is preferred.
Professional Engineering license or Chartership such as CEng, PE, or equivalent is an advantage.
Minimum 20 years of post-graduate experience in the design and site supervision of major infrastructure projects.
Strong background in stormwater drainage systems, microtunneling works, deep shaft construction, sewerage networks, and sewage treatment infrastructure.
Extensive UAE experience is essential, with proven project exposure in Dubai.
Strong track record with RTA and Dubai Municipality infrastructure projects.
Experience with Dubai Municipality STP projects or water treatment plant projects is ideal.
Proven expertise in existing sewerage treatment works in the Emirate of Dubai and regional sewage treatment plant design or construction.
Comprehensive understanding of Dubai authority procedures and approval processes, including RTA, DM, DEWA, and related local entities.
Experience managing multidisciplinary supervision teams, contractors, stakeholders, consultants, and authority interfaces.
Strong ability to review technical submittals, construction programs, project plans, cost estimates, quality plans, and safety documentation.
Commercial awareness with the ability to manage variations, claims, scope changes, and contractor performance issues.
Strong leadership, communication, reporting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Skills Set