Senior Resident Engineer

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Dubai seeks a Senior Resident Engineer to lead delivery of assigned project packages, supervise contractors, and ensure compliance with schedule, budget, and safety standards.

The role requires extensive experience with DM/RTA procedures, microtunneling and drainage works, and strong leadership to guide the supervision team and coordinate with clients and authorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering with 20 years of senior-level experience.
• Liaise with DM and service authorities.
• Full knowledge of excavation and backfilling methods per RTA standards.
• Safety requirements per DM and RTA standards.
• Asphalt Tiles reinstatement per RTA standards.
• NDRC methods.
• Valid UAE Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of assigned project packages, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Supervise and manage contractors to ensure works are executed per specifications, drawings, and milestones.
• Direct, coordinate, and monitor the supervision team in conducting daily inspections of construction activities.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE requirements and promote a safety-first culture on site.
• Monitor progress reporting, schedule updates, and cost control to align with project goals.
• Review and endorse submittals, method statements, material approvals, and drawings.
• Mentor and supervise subordinate engineers and inspectors; conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Stakeholder liaison

Construction supervision

HSE compliance

Project coordination

Site quality control

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P3

MS Excel

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Lead the delivery of assigned project packages, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Supervise and manage contractors to ensure works are executed as per specifications, drawings, and project milestones.
• Direct, coordinate, and monitor the supervision team in conducting daily inspections of construction activities.
• Ensure full compliance with HSE requirements and promote a safety-first culture across all site operations.
• Resolve site-related issues promptly, providing sound engineering judgment and ensuring proper documentation.
• Represent AECOM in all Client, Contractor, and Authority meetings, maintaining professional communication and reporting standards.
• Review and endorse contractors’ technical submittals, method statements, material approvals, and construction drawings.
• Oversee and monitor progress reporting, schedule updates, and cost control to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Negotiate and manage scope variations, claims, and change requests in coordination with the Client and Contractor.
• Prepare and implement the Project Execution Plan, HSE Plan, and Quality Control Plan for the assigned package.
• Review and assess construction programs, technical deliverables, and cost estimates for accuracy and completeness.
• Mentor and supervise subordinate engineers and inspectors, conducting performance reviews and ensuring skill development.
• Conduct internal weekly meetings to monitor site performance and formulate corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant RTA, DM, and local authority procedures and specifications related to microtunneling and drainage works.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the successful delivery of the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelors is Engineering degree from a recognized university and 20 years of experience in a senior-level position
• Ability to liaise with DM and service authorities.
• Full knowledge of methods of excavation and backfilling as per RTA standards.
• Safety requirements as per DM and RTA standards.
• Asphalt Tiles reinstatement as per RTA standards.
• NDRC methods
• Valid UAE Driving License.

Additional Information

• The Resident Engineer must have full knowledge of the existing sewerage networks in the Emirates of Dubai.
• Familiar with the DM general conditions of contract, quality assurance, quantity surveying, and project network techniques (primavera p3).
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Primavera P3. He shall be confident in his ability to control the work.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10151393

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Construction

Work Location Model: On‑Site