Senior Civil Construction Engineer

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Senior Construction Engineer to oversee and manage construction projects across the UAE. The role requires a strong civil engineering, project management, and site supervision background to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality delivery on schedule.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with architects and authorities, manage risks, and mentor junior engineers while optimizing methods to improve

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of UAE experience required.
• Proven Civil construction, infrastructure, high-rise and government project experience.
• Strong QHSE background and safety standards.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred).
• ESTIDAMA certification is advantageous but not mandatory.

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 issues.
• Optimize 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.

Skills

Civil construction

Infrastructure development

High-rise building projects

Government projects

QHSE

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

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 issues
• Optimize 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)