Wet Utilities Engineer

WSP; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 252,000 - 396,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer (Wet Utilities) to plan, review designs, coordinate interfaces, and supervise construction of water, sewer, drainage, and irrigation networks.

The role emphasizes adherence to local standards, project specifications, and engineering codes, with collaboration across roads, utilities, structures, and MEP disciplines. UAE experience is preferred for site-based activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer certification preferred.
• Valid UAE driving license is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review, and coordinate wet utilities design for water, sewer, drainage and irrigation networks.
• Supervise construction activities and ensure works conform to drawings and specs.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and liaise with authorities and stakeholders.
• Ensure QA/QC procedures and HSE compliance throughout project delivery.
• Attend meetings and support approvals from utility authorities.

Skills

Project coordination

Design review

Civil engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer certification

Job description

The Infrastructure Engineer (Wet Utilities) is responsible for the planning, design review, coordination, and construction supervision of wet utility infrastructure systems including potable water, irrigation, sewerage, stormwater drainage, and recycled water networks. The role ensures compliance with client requirements, local authority standards, project specifications, and applicable engineering codes.

Responsibilities

Design & Technical Review

• Prepare and review detailed designs, calculations, drawings, and specifications for wet utility infrastructure.
• Coordinate the design of water supply, sewerage, stormwater, irrigation, and treated sewage effluent (TSE) networks.
• Conduct hydraulic analysis and network modeling using industry-standard software.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical submissions.
• Ensure designs comply with local authority standards and international engineering practices.

Construction Supervision

• Supervise site activities related to wet utility installations.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure works are executed according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Conduct inspections and witness testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Identify and resolve technical issues arising during construction.
• Review contractor RFIs, NCRs, and construction methodologies.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including roads, utilities, structures, landscape, and MEP disciplines.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, utility authorities, and other external stakeholders.
• Attend technical meetings and provide engineering support throughout project delivery.
• Ensure timely approvals from relevant utility authorities and government agencies.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures and project quality standards.
• Support HSE initiatives and ensure utility works are executed safely.
• Monitor compliance with contractual requirements and project specifications.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and project reporting activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer certification or membership of a recognized engineering institution is preferred.
• Valid UAE driving license is an advantage (for site-based roles).

• 5-10+ years of experience in infrastructure projects with a focus on wet utilities.
• Experience in design consultancy, construction supervision, or PMC environments.
• Proven experience on large-scale urban development, municipal infrastructure, road, or master planning projects.
• Experience working with utility authorities and approval processes.

• Infrastructure and utility corridors.
• Mixed-use developments.
• Industrial zones and logistics developments.
• Ports and marine developments.
• Roads and highway infrastructure projects.
• Smart city and master-planned community developments.