Site Engineer - Projects

MediaSource FZC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MediaSource FZC in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Site Engineer to support delivery of infrastructure and facilities projects in a large-scale, 24/7 environment. You will coordinate on-site activities, supervise contractors, and help ensure schedules, budgets, quality, and safety requirements are met.

Working closely with the Project Manager, contractors and operational teams, you will monitor progress, prepare reports, manage permits and inspections, and contribute to project close-out.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or Project Management.
• 3–5 years of experience in construction or infrastructure project delivery.
• Experience in large-scale, complex operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in delivering facilities and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate on-site activities with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Monitor contractor performance against plans, specs, and schedules.
• Assist in project execution plans and documentation.
• Monitor progress against budget and quality requirements.
• Identify and elevate risks to the project management team.
• Support close-out activities including inspections and handover.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Site engineering

Construction supervision

Project planning

Scheduling

Contractor coordination

QA/QC

HSE compliance

Project reporting

Documentation

Stakeholder coordination

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

24/7 operations

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/PM)

Job description

Job Summary

The Site Engineer supports the delivery of infrastructure and facilities projects within a large-scale, complex operational environment. The role is responsible for site coordination, contractor supervision, and project execution, ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with approved schedules, budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Working closely with the Project Manager, contractors, and operational teams, the Site Engineer ensures effective coordination of site activities and compliance with operational and regulatory requirements within a 24/7 environment.

Key Responsibilities

Site Coordination & Project Execution

• Support the Project Manager in delivering facilities and infrastructure projects.

• Coordinate on-site activities with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.

• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and schedules.

• Support the preparation and implementation of project execution plans and documentation.

Project Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor project progress against schedule, budget, and quality requirements.

• Assist in preparing daily site reports and project performance updates.

• Identify and elevate risks or delays to the project management team.

• Support project close-out activities including inspections, testing, and handover.

Contractor & Compliance Management

• Ensure contractors comply with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements.

• Coordinate permits to work, access requirements, and operational approvals required for project activities.

• Conduct site inspections to verify work quality and compliance with project specifications.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Maintain effective coordination between contractors, consultants, and operational teams.

• Support communication between project stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.

• Contribute to continuous improvement and lessons learned across projects.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or Project Management.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in construction or infrastructure project delivery.

• Experience working on facilities, infrastructure, or engineering projects within large-scale, complex operational environments.

• Experience in infrastructure, mixed-use developments, or other operationally critical environments preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Site Engineering & Construction Supervision

• Project Planning & Scheduling

• Contractor & Vendor Coordination

• Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC)

• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Project Reporting & Documentation

Key Competencies

• Attention to Detail

• Problem Solving

• Communication & Coordination

• Team Collaboration

• Ability to work in fast-paced 24/7 operational environments

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Projects delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards

• Compliance with safety and regulatory requirements

• Contractor performance and effective site coordination

• Accurate and timely project reporting