Senior Site Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Arab Emirates is looking for a Senior Site Engineer – Plumbing to supervise and coordinate plumbing works on site. The ideal candidate will ensure all plumbing installations comply with project specifications and safety regulations while guiding site engineers and technicians. Strong experience in plumbing systems and excellent coordination skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to major projects within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising plumbing works including water supply, drainage, and waste systems.
• Ability to coordinate daily site activities and guide a team.
• Familiarity with plumbing codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise plumbing works on site.
• Ensure compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Resolve technical issues and provide engineering solutions.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to avoid delays.
• Monitor material usage and control costs.

Job description

The Senior Site Engineer – Plumbing is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and executing plumbing works at site to ensure timely completion of the project in compliance with contract specifications, quality standards, approved drawings, and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities Site Execution & Supervision

• Lead and supervise plumbing works including water supply, drainage, soil & waste systems, storm water, pumps, and associated equipment.
• Ensure plumbing installations are carried out as per approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Coordinate daily site activities and guide site engineers, foremen, and technicians.
• Monitor work progress and ensure adherence to project schedules.

Technical Responsibilities

• Review plumbing shop drawings, layouts, and material submittals.
• Resolve technical issues at site and provide practical engineering solutions.
• Supervise testing, flushing, disinfection, and commissioning of plumbing systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and local authority regulations.

Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with consultants, clients, subcontractors, and other MEP trades to avoid clashes and delays.
• Attend site meetings and provide technical inputs and progress updates.
• Coordinate with QA/QC team for inspections and approvals.

Planning & Cost Control

• Plan manpower and resources efficiently to meet project targets.
• Coordinate material delivery and ensure availability at site.
• Monitor material usage and minimize wastage.
• Support identification of variations, additional works, and technical clarifications.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain inspection requests (IRs), test reports, and daily progress records.
• Assist in preparation and updating of as-built drawings.
• Support preparation of handover documents and O&M manuals.