Technical Engineer

Rakhat Construction; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Rakhat Construction in Ras Al Khaimah is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. You will review drawings and specifications, prepare technical submissions, and ensure works align with approved documents and authority requirements.

You will coordinate with project managers, site engineers, QA/QC teams, consultants, and suppliers; manage RFIs and submittals; monitor drawing revisions; and assist with site inspections,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience as Technical Engineer or similar in construction contracting.
• Experience on residential, commercial, villa, high-rise or mixed-use projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specifications, BOQs, shop drawings, materials and construction methods.
• Experience in preparing and following up technical submittals, material submittals, RFIs and consultant approvals.
• Familiarity with UAE authority requirements and construction documentation standards.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office and document-control systems; BIM/Revit is an advantage.
• Strong coordination, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage submissions and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret drawings, specs, BOQs, and contract documents.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate shop drawings, coordination drawings, and bar bending schedules.
• Submit material submittals, method statements, data sheets, samples, ITPs for approvals.
• Raise and close RFIs, technical queries, NCRs, and design clarifications.
• Coordinate with PMs, site engineers, QA/QC, consultants, subcontractors, and procurement.
• Provide technical support to site teams to follow latest approved drawings.
• Monitor drawing revisions and maintain registers for drawings and submittals.
• Follow up with consultants and authorities for approvals.
• Ensure activities comply with designs, specs, codes, QA/QC, and safety.
• Assist with quantity take-offs, BOQs, variations, and technical evaluations.
• Participate in site inspections, meetings, snagging, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Identify design clashes and constructability issues early; propose solutions.
• Prepare technical reports and progress updates for management.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Document-control systems

BIM/Revit

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Technical Engineer to support the technical planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. The role will be responsible for reviewing project drawings and specifications, preparing technical submissions, coordinating consultant approvals, resolving site technical issues, and ensuring works are executed in accordance with approved documents, authority requirements, quality standards, and project timelines

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings, project specifications, BOQs, and contract documents
• Prepare, review, and coordinate shop drawings, coordination drawings, bar bending schedules, and as-built drawings as required.
• Prepare and submit material submittals, method statements, technical data sheets, samples, ITPs, and related technical documents for consultant approval.
• Raise, track, and close RFIs, technical queries, NCRs, consultant comments, and design clarifications.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, QA/QC teams, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and procurement teams to resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Provide technical support and clarification to site teams to ensure work is executed according to the latest approved drawings and specifications.
• Monitor all drawing revisions and maintain updated registers for drawings, submittals, RFIs, approvals, correspondence, and technical records
• Follow up with consultants and relevant authorities for approvals of drawings, materials, method statements, and other submissions.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved designs, project specifications, applicable codes, authority requirements, QA/QC procedures, and health and safety standards
• Assist with quantity take-offs, material requirements, BOQs, variations, and technical evaluations when required.
• Participate in site inspections, consultant meetings, technical coordination meetings, snagging, de-snagging, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Identify design clashes, constructability concerns, and potential site issues early; propose practical technical solutions to avoid delays and rework.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and other documentation required by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience as a Technical Engineer, Technical Office Engineer, Project Engineer, or Site Engineer within a construction contractor environment.
• Experience in residential, commercial, villa, high-rise, or mixed-use construction projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, BOQs, shop drawings, materials, and construction methods.
• Proven experience preparing and following up technical submittals, material submittals, method statements, RFIs, and consultant approvals.
• Good understanding of UAE authority requirements and construction documentation standards; familiarity with Dubai Municipality, DDA, Trakhees, DEWA, or other relevant authorities is an advantage.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office, and document-control systems; knowledge of BIM/Revit is an advantage.
• Strong coordination, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work under pressure, manage several submissions and site priorities, and meet project deadlines.