Site Agent / Construction Manager

NSR Associates; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier 1 Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an Irish or British Site Agent / Construction Manager for an exciting opportunity in the UAE. This role offers a tax-free package and is ideal for professionals looking to kickstart their overseas careers with a clear path to Project Manager. No prior Middle East experience required; the project focus includes major infrastructure in energy and transportation.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years post-graduate experience in civil engineering and infrastructure.
• Experience as an Engineer / Sub-Agent / Site Agent.

Responsibilities

• Drive projects by managing site operations effectively.
• Support team members and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Strong on QA

Record keeping

Teamwork

Sub-contract management

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Excellent career opportunity for someone seeking that first start in the Middle East.

• TIER 1 Civil Engineering Main Contractor
• This client wants to hire a driven Irish or British Site Agent / Construction Manager to take there skills into the cut & thrust of the UAE Market.

You heard it right no prior Middle East experience is needed and this is a Tax Free Package where our client wants someone starting their overseas career! Idea behind this is succession planning as he has recently promoted an Agent up to Project Manager and he wants to replicate this same method as its worked well.

Our Client

• Delivered Hundreds of projects valued at £40-200 Million across Transportation, Energy, Aviation & Marine
• In house plant, machinery and labor capabilities
• Approached to work in Joint Venture due to huge capabilities
• Western Management team that operate with transparency and make a career path clear

If your goal is to be a Project Manager and climb the ranks then the hiring manager will support, guide and nurture your development. What you will need is a relentless attitude to succeed , thick skin and a willingness to learn.

Following is essential :

• Degree Educated – Civil Engineering – UK or Ireland
• 5 -6 Years Post Graduate Experience
• Main Contracting Background – Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
• Clear experience as an Engineer / Sub-Agent / Site Agent
• Strong on QA, paperwork, record keeping , working within a team, sub-contract management and driving towards goals on site
• Self Motivated
• Able to relocate to Dubai before September 2025 absolute latest

Construction Manager • United Arab Emirates