Site Engineer

Lucky Eng. Services; Ajman, Dubai, Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucky Eng. Services in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Site Engineer to supervise and coordinate day-to-day site execution activities for structural steel erection, PEB, metal works, facade aluminium cladding and related construction projects.

The candidate will manage erection and installation from mobilization through handover, review drawings and specifications, and coordinate with engineers, subcontractors, QA/QC, HSE and client representatives to ensure quality, safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Civil/Structural/Construction Engineering or related field.
• 3–7 years of Site Engineer experience in construction, structural steel, steel erection, PEB, metal fabrication, façade, or related projects.
• Strong ability to interpret IFC/shop/fabrication/erection drawings, BOQs, and method statements.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, QA/QC, HSE, planning, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily site execution, installation and erection activities.
• Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, fabrication drawings and BOQs for construction compliance.
• Coordinate steel erection, fabrication, lifting, alignment, bolting, welding and installation.
• Coordinate with Project Engineers, QA/QC, HSE, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Prepare and maintain site reports, progress tracking and daily activity records.
• Ensure works follow approved drawings, procedures and safety standards.
• Attend site coordination and progress meetings; support snagging and handover.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Site Engineer to supervise and coordinate day-to-day site execution activities for structural steel steel erection fabrication installation PEB metal works facade aluminium cladding and construction projects. The Site Engineer will be responsible for site execution installation erection work-front planning manpower coordination drawing interpretation quantity tracking quality coordination inspections progress monitoring subcontractor coordination and site reporting. The ideal candidate should be capable of coordinating activities from mobilization and site preparation through installation inspection completion snagging and handover.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily site execution construction installation and erection activities. Manage site activities in accordance with approved drawings IFC drawings shop drawings specifications method statements ITPs project schedules and contractual requirements. Coordinate structural steel erection and installation activities including columns beams rafters bracing trusses platforms stairs handrails ladders canopies and secondary steel. Supervise steel fabrication delivery lifting erection alignment bolting welding and installation activities. Coordinate with Project Engineers Planning Engineers QA QC Engineers HSE Officers subcontractors fabricators surveyors consultants and client representatives. Review IFC drawings structural drawings fabrication drawings erection drawings shop drawings BOQs specifications and construction details. Ensure site execution follows the latest approved-for-construction drawings and revisions. Check dimensions levels elevations grid lines anchor bolt locations connection details and installation tolerances. Coordinate surveying setting out leveling alignment positioning and dimensional verification. Monitor steel erection sequence and ensure materials are installed according to approved erection methodology. Coordinate crane lifting rigging access equipment MEWP scaffolding lifting plans and material handling activities with relevant teams. Monitor bolt tightening torqueing welding connection installation alignment plumbness leveling and structural stability. Coordinate site welding bolting mechanical fixing chemical anchoring grouting and connection works. Monitor installation of PEB structures roof systems wall panels cladding flashing gutters louvers canopies skylights and architectural metalwork where applicable. Coordinate facade aluminium cladding stainless steel handrail railing staircase canopy and miscellaneous metalwork installation. Prepare and maintain daily site reports progress reports manpower reports material reports equipment reports and site activity records. Track planned versus actual site progress and report delays constraints and productivity issues. Coordinate with Planning Engineers regarding daily targets weekly look-ahead plans work-front availability project milestones and recovery plans. Monitor manpower productivity work quantities installation rates and daily output. Allocate manpower and coordinate site crews foremen technicians welders riggers helpers operators and subcontractors. Ensure adequate materials tools equipment lifting equipment consumables and access are available before commencing activities. Coordinate with Stores and Logistics regarding material delivery unloading storage material identification and site availability. Verify delivered materials against delivery notes material specifications approved submittals drawings and BOQ requirements. Coordinate material inspections and ensure proper storage and protection of materials at site. Raise and follow up Material Inspection Request and coordinate material inspection and approval. Prepare and coordinate Work Inspection Request for completed installation and construction activities. Coordinate Work Material Inspection Reports and inspection documentation as required. Coordinate with QA QC for ITP inspection points hold points witness points testing NCRs punch lists and quality records. Ensure completed works comply with approved method statements project specifications drawings standards and quality requirements. Identify and report non-conformities defects installation issues rework requirements and quality concerns. Coordinate NCR closure corrective actions snagging punch list clearance and final inspection. Coordinate with consultants and client representatives for site inspections approvals technical clarifications and work acceptance. Attend site coordination meetings progress meetings toolbox meetings and technical meetings. Coordinate with HSE teams to ensure compliance with site safety procedures PTW lifting operations work-at-height requirements hot work confined space requirements and safe working practices. Ensure site activities are executed safely and in accordance with approved Risk Assessments Method Statements JSA JHA Lifting Plans and Permit-to-Work procedures. Monitor work-front readiness and identify constraints related to drawings materials access manpower equipment permits civil readiness and preceding activities. Coordinate interfaces between civil works structural steel mechanical works MEP facade architectural works and other trades. Monitor subcontractor activities and ensure compliance with project schedule drawings specifications quality requirements and approved methodology. Verify subcontractor quantities and completed works for progress measurement and site valuation. Maintain records of installed quantities completed quantities balance quantities material consumption and site progress. Assist the Project Engineer and Quantity Surveyor with BOQ quantity tracking measurement variations additional works site instructions and design changes and communicate them to the Project Manager Commercial Team. Assist in preparation of as-built information redline drawings handover documentation inspection records and completion dossiers. Coordinate testing commissioning support snagging de-snagging final inspection and project handover. Ensure work areas are properly completed cleaned inspected and released for subsequent activities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience as a Site Engineer in construction, structural steel, steel erection, PEB, metal fabrication, façade, or related projects.
• Strong hands-on experience in steel structure erection, installation, fabrication coordination, and site execution.
• Experience interpreting IFC drawings, shop drawings, fabrication drawings, erection drawings, BOQs, specifications, and method statements.
• Practical knowledge of MIR, WIR, WMR, ITP, NCR, inspections, testing, and consultant/client approvals.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, site teams, consultants, clients, QA/QC, HSE, planning, procurement, and project management teams.
• Strong knowledge of site execution, manpower coordination, material planning, progress monitoring, productivity, and construction sequencing.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and ability to read structural and architectural drawings.
• Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6 coordination, and site reporting is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment and manage multiple site activities simultaneously.