Senior Civil Engineer

Royal Gardens Contracting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Gardens Contracting is seeking a Civil Engineer with 3–7 years of experience in the UAE, specializing in roadworks, drainage, and earthworks. The candidate will be responsible for preparing engineering drawings and managing project execution while ensuring compliance with local regulations and quality standards.

This role involves overseeing project teams, implementing health and safety protocols, and documenting progress. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and possess strong skills in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years’ civil engineering experience in the UAE, focused on roadworks and infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in local approval processes including ADCPW and Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed engineering drawings and specifications for infrastructure projects.
• Oversee site establishment and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Implement quality assurance and control measures across projects.
• Plan and enforce health, safety, and environmental procedures on-site.
• Monitor project schedules and budgets with relevant tools.
• Document project progress and maintain organized records.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in collaborative design reviews.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

STAAD.Pro

Primavera P6

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design & Planning
  • Prepare detailed engineering drawings, calculations and specifications for roads, drainage networks, earthworks and retaining walls using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD.Pro or equivalent.
  • Develop cost estimates, bill of quantities and tender documentation in coordination with the Commercial team.
• Project Execution & Coordination
  • Oversee site establishment, layout, surveying and setting-out activities; verify that construction follows design intent and tolerances.
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, authorities (e.g., ADCPW, Abu Dhabi Municipality), subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams to secure approvals and resolve technical issues.
• Quality Assurance & Control
  • Implement the project QA/QC plan: conduct hold-point inspections, material verifications and third-party testing as per ITPs.
  • Issue and track Non-Conformance Reports, ensure corrective actions are closed out.
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
  • Enforce site HSE procedures in accordance with OSHAD/ADOSH and company policy: lead toolbox talks, safety walk-downs and incident investigations.
  • Verify that all permits-to-work (excavation, hot works, confined space) are in place and complied with.
• Schedule & Cost Control
  • Monitor progress against the baseline schedule (Primavera P6/MS Project); identify delays and support recovery planning.
  • Review subcontractor claims, progress invoices and change orders to maintain budgetary control.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Prepare and submit weekly progress reports, RFIs, site instructions, as-built drawings and handover packages.
  • Maintain all project records—survey logs, test certificates, correspondence—in an organized filing system.
• Team Collaboration & Mentorship
  • Supervise and mentor junior engineers, surveyors and site technicians; review their deliverables and provide technical guidance.
  • Participate in design reviews, lessons-learned workshops and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited university.
• Experience:
  • 3–7 years’ civil engineering experience in the UAE, with demonstrated involvement in roadworks, drainage, earthworks and infrastructure projects.
  • Hands‑on experience with local approval processes (ADCPW, Environment Agency‑Abu Dhabi, etc.).
• Technical Skills & Software:
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD.Pro, MIDAS or similar; strong Excel skills for quantities and reporting.
  • Familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project for schedule tracking.
• Certifications & Licenses:
  • Valid UAE‑recognized engineering license (e.g., RERA/TRC, ESMA) preferred.
  • Professional membership (e.g., Society of Engineers UAE) is an advantage.
• Core Competencies:
  • Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication (English required; Arabic advantageous) and stakeholder‑management abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure, lead multidisciplinary teams and drive projects to successful completion.