Senior Materials Engineer for Luxury Fit-Out & Compliance

al-majid; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

al-majid seeks a Materials Engineer to review project specifications, select suitable construction and interior fit-out materials, and prepare technical submittals for approvals. You will coordinate with suppliers, consultants, and internal teams to ensure UAE standards and sustainability, maintain documentation, and support procurement and value engineering during project execution.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5–8 years of UAE experience in material engineering, construction, or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in material engineering, construction, or interior fit-out projects.
• Experience with UAE consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Knowledge of luxury hospitality and bespoke interior materials.
• Experience with quality control procedures and material testing.

Responsibilities

• Review project specs, drawings, and material requirements to identify suitable materials.
• Prepare and submit material submittal, technical data sheets, samples, and compliance documents for approval.
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, consultants, and internal teams for material approvals.
• Verify material compliance with project specifications, international standards, and UAE regulations.
• Conduct material inspections and quality checks upon delivery to ensure compliance.
• Maintain records of approved materials, samples, test certificates, and technical documentation.
• Support procurement teams in supplier evaluation, technical comparisons, and material sourcing.
• Monitor material performance and resolve technical issues related to materials during project execution.
• Coordinate with site and production teams to ensure correct material usage and installation methods.
• Assist in value engineering initiatives by recommending alternative materials without compromising quality.
• Ensure materials meet sustainability, durability, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Prepare material reports and maintain material approval trackers.

Skills

Material selection

Quality control

Supplier coordination

Value engineering

Sustainability compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Materials/Civil/Construction Eng

Job description

al-majid seeks a Materials Engineer to review project specifications, select suitable construction and interior fit-out materials, and prepare technical submittals for approvals. You will coordinate with suppliers, consultants, and internal teams to ensure UAE standards and sustainability, maintain documentation, and support procurement and value engineering during project execution.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5–8 years of UAE experience in material engineering, construction, or