Senior Civil Construction Engineer

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Engineer to oversee major construction projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have 12–15 years of experience in civil construction and project management, ensuring compliance with local standards and managing site activities. You will work closely with stakeholders and lead a team of engineers. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, along with a strong background in Quality Management and Health & Safety. ESTIDAMA certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of relevant experience in the UAE is mandatory.
• Proven experience in civil construction, infrastructure development, high-rise building projects, and government projects.
• Strong background in Quality Management, Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee site activities including resource allocation and subcontractor coordination.
• Ensure compliance with UAE construction codes and safety standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality.

Skills

Civil construction

Project management

Site supervision

Quality Management

Health & Safety (QHSE)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Engineer to oversee and manage construction projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, project management, and site supervision, ensuring successful project execution in compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope
• Oversee site activities including resource allocation, subcontractor coordination, and progress monitoring
• Ensure compliance with UAE construction codes, regulations, and safety standards
• Collaborate with design teams, architects, consultants, and stakeholders to resolve technical challenges
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality and adherence to project specifications
• Prepare, review, and manage project documentation including reports, contracts, and permits
• Implement risk management strategies and proactively resolve construction-related issuesOptimize construction methods and material usage to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Lead, mentor, and train junior engineers and site personnel
• Maintain effective communication with clients, government authorities, suppliers, and internal teams

Requirements

• 12–15 years of relevant experience in the UAE (mandatory)
• Proven experience in:
  • Civil construction
  • Infrastructure development
  • High-rise building projects
  • Government projects
• Strong background in Quality Management, Health & Safety (QHSE)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil preferred)
• ESTIDAMA certification – Advantage (not mandatory)