Sr Project Engineer

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

Job summary

Danube Group is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Engineer to join our Projects Onsite department in the UAE. You will oversee planning, execution, and delivery of high-rise construction projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations and quality standards.

Ideal candidate brings a strong civil engineering background with a proven track record in UAE high-rise developments. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate design, procurement, and construction teams to achieve project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• 10–12 years of experience in high‑rise construction within the UAE.
• Demonstrated experience managing full‑life‑cycle construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of UAE building codes, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings and specifications.
• Hands‑on experience with site safety management and quality control.
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
• Professional engineering license (e.g., UAE PE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all phases of high‑rise construction projects from inception to handover.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Supervise on‑site engineering teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Facilitate coordination between design, procurement, and construction teams.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to verify workmanship and material quality.
• Manage change orders, variations, and contract administration.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Reading drawings

Quality control

Site safety

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional engineering license (e.g., UAE PE) preferred

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Job Description:

Danube Properties is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Engineer to join our Projects Onsite department in the UAE. The role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of high‑rise construction projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations, quality standards, and client expectations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong civil engineering background and a proven track record of managing complex high‑rise developments in the UAE market.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all phases of high‑rise construction projects from inception to handover.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Supervise on‑site engineering teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Facilitate coordination between design, procurement, and construction teams.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to verify workmanship and material quality.
• Manage change orders, variations, and contract administration.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• 10–12 years of experience in high‑rise construction within the UAE.
• Demonstrated experience managing full‑life‑cycle construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of UAE building codes, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings and specifications.
• Hands‑on experience with site safety management and quality control.
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
• Professional engineering license (e.g., UAE PE) preferred.

Danube Group is a leading multinational conglomerate, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation across real estate, building materials and retail sectors. With a strong presence in the Middle East and beyond, Danube Group continues to shape industries and empower communities. Founded in 1993 by Rizwan Sajan, Danube Group has grown from a small trading firm into a multi‑billion‑dollar conglomerate. Under his leadership and unwavering dedication, Danube has established itself as the leading building materials company in the UAE, boasting a vast network of branches throughout the region. Recognized by Forbes Middle East as one of the Top 100 Indian Leaders in the UAE, Rizwan Sajan’s vision has been instrumental in Danube’s remarkable success story.