Senior / Principal Engineer (Civil) - EOI

Robert Bird Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior/Principal Civil Engineer to join their expanding team in the UAE. This exciting role involves leading complex civil infrastructure and land development projects while ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet client expectations. You will be at the forefront of innovative design solutions, guiding junior engineers, and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve world-class engineering outcomes. If you are passionate about civil engineering and ready to take on new challenges in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience for Senior or 12+ years for Principal roles.
• Strong background in civil infrastructure design including roads and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design packages for infrastructure projects.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and ensure project quality.

Skills

Civil Engineering Design

Client Engagement

Interdisciplinary Coordination

Technical Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Job description

About Robert Bird Group

Join the engineering excellence of Robert Bird Group, a global consulting engineering firm known for delivering high-performance, innovative, and sustainable design solutions. As a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, we operate across more than 120 offices in 40 countries with a diverse team of 16,000 professionals. Our expertise spans buildings, transport, civil infrastructure, and complex structural projects driven by technical creativity and a commitment to excellence.

About the Role

We are expanding our presence in the UAE and invite Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the position of Senior / Principal Civil Engineer Dubai, UAE. This role will support the delivery of complex civil infrastructure and land development projects across the region. You will play a key role in leading detailed design, client engagement, and interdisciplinary coordination to deliver world-class engineering outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil engineering design packages across infrastructure and land development projects
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
• Ensure project deliverables meet client expectations, regulatory requirements, and quality standards
• Liaise with clients, authorities, and other disciplines to ensure smooth project delivery

About You

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 8+ years (Senior) or 12+ years (Principal) experience in civil engineering consultancy
• Strong background in civil infrastructure design roads, utilities, grading, drainage, and site development
• Proficient in software such as Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, or similar tools

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the Apply Now link below and follow the prompts to submit your expression of interest.

Please note: All recruitment activities are handled by our internal recruitment team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or agency referrals.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.