Site Engineer - Civil

Meraki Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a proactive Site Engineer – Civil to oversee civil works on-site. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and 3–5 years of UAE experience in high-rise or infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include planning, monitoring, and reporting on construction activities while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of UAE experience in site execution of high-rise, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of technical drawings.
• Familiarity with local regulations and consultant coordination.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute civil structural and finishing work as per the approved drawing.
• Monitor site operations, determine work progress, and obtain required approvals.
• Prepare monthly/weekly progress reports and cost analysis.
• Ensure quality and safety compliance at the site.

Skills

Knowledge of civil construction activities

Strong communication skills

Team coordination

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Project tracking tools

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and technically strong Site Engineer – Civil to oversee the execution of civil works on-site. The ideal candidate will ensure the implementation of construction activities as per approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards while coordinating closely with site teams and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute civil structural and finishing work as per the approved drawing.
• Monitor site operations, determine work progress, and obtain required approvals from QA/QC/consultant/client.
• Track job progress, schedules, budgets, and staffing; control all quality, cost, and time functions in construction activities.
• Plan, monitor, and control resources; raise purchase orders for materials and equipment.
• Assign and supervise tasks to the team, ensuring completion on schedule.
• Manage and supervise day‑to‑day construction activities at the site, including scheduling subcontractors and overseeing material deliveries.
• Prepare monthly/weekly progress reports and cost analysis reports, including material quantities, labor hours, and equipment inventories.
• Check contractor invoices and reconcile material quantities.
• Report and revise project plans when necessary to adjust for site conditions.
• Maintain accurate site documentation with photographs.
• Ensure good working conditions with quality and safety compliance.
• Follow HIRADC and maintain 100% safety by coordinating with HSE departments and conducting toolbox meetings.
• Identify and mitigate potential hazards and secure necessary permits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3–5 years of UAE experience in site execution of high‑rise, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction activities and technical drawings.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office, and project tracking tools.
• Familiarity with local regulations, DEWA, DDA/DM processes, and consultant coordination.
• Excellent communication, team coordination, and problem‑solving skills.