Senior Civil Engineer (G-Category Licensed)
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Job summary
Qualifications
- Valid G-category license issued by Dubai Municipality.
- Minimum 5 years of UAE/Gulf construction experience.
- Senior roles require 8+ years.
Responsibilities
- Prepare design drawings and method statements per Dubai Building Codes.
- Coordinate with architects and contractors.
- Oversee construction activities and site inspections.
- Ensure G-license compliance with safety standards.
- Liaise with local authorities for necessary permits.
- Prepare and present project updates to management.
Skills
Education
Job description
Job Title: Senior Civil Engineer (G-Category Licensed)
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Preferred Nationalities: Indian or Filipino
- Valid Dubai Municipality Licensed Civil Engineer
Job Type: Contractual (project based)
Experience: 5-10 years (senior roles 8+ years)
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer with a valid G-category license to join their growing construction team in Dubai. The role covers design, execution, and supervision of building projects up to the height/level permitted by the engineer's G-category license (G+1, G+2, G+3, G+4, G+5, G+ unlimited) as per Dubai Municipality regulations. The engineer will work on various projects across Dubai, ensuring compliance with local building codes and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and submit design drawings, BOQs, and method statements in line with Dubai Building Codes and the specific G-license limits.
- Coordinate with architects, MEP consultants, and contractors to ensure compliance with the approved G-level scope.
- Oversee day to day construction activities, ensuring work meets G-license specifications, safety standards, and quality benchmarks.
- Conduct regular site inspections, maintain inspection logs, and issue site directives.
- Liaise with Dubai Municipality and other local authorities to obtain necessary permits and G-license endorsements for all G levels.
- Ensure all submissions (drawings, structural calculations, risk assessments) are signed and stamped by the G-licensed engineer.
- Maintain up to date project documentation: daily reports, progress photos, variation orders, and closeout files.
- Prepare and present project status updates to senior management and clients.
- Implement and enforce UAE safety regulations (e.g., Dubai Civil Defense, OSHAD) and the specific safety requirements tied to the G-level of the project.
- Mentor junior engineers and support staff on G-license requirements and best practices for all G levels.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
- Valid G-category license issued by Dubai Municipality (any G level: G+1, G+2, G+3, G+4, G+5, G+ unlimited).
- Minimum 5 years of UAE/Gulf construction experience; senior roles require 8+ years.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, Primavera / MSProject, and structural analysis software.
- Strong knowledge of Dubai Building Codes, Dubai Municipality regulations, and G-license scope limits for all G levels.
- Excellent English (written & spoken); Arabic is a plus.
- Ability to travel and work on multiple sites across Dubai.
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