Senior Project Engineer - Building Construction Lead

Nova International General Contracting L.L.C. - S.P.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova International General Contracting is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the Construction Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing site activities for villa and building projects in the UAE.

You will act as technical link between site team, QA/QC, planning, procurement, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure safety, on-time delivery, and adherence to drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and UAE building experience.
• 8–12 years of experience with main contractors in the UAE preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil, structural, MEP coordination and finishing works.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office; Primavera P6 is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage day-to-day site execution and coordination.
• Review IFC/shop drawings, method statements, and technical specs.
• Coordinate with planning for look-ahead programs and progress updates.
• Raise RFIs and ensure proper implementation of ITPs and method statements.
• Interface with QA/QC, procurement, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports and maintain site records.
• Ensure HSE procedures are implemented on site and compliance is maintained.

Skills

Project coordination

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Primavera P6

Job description

Nova International General Contracting is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the Construction Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing site activities for villa and building projects in the UAE.

You will act as technical link between site team, QA/QC, planning, procurement, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure safety, on-time delivery, and adherence to drawings and specifications.