Wet Utilities Engineer

Hafiz Electromechanical Contg LLC; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Hafiz Electromechanical Contracting LLC in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Senior Wet Utilities Infrastructure Engineer to manage large infrastructure projects from design through handover. You will lead hydraulic design reviews, VE studies and technical-commercial coordination with authorities and clients.

Selection requires 10–15 years’ experience, 7+ years UAE exposure, and strong skills in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and hydraulic modelling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10–15 years of relevant professional experience, including a minimum of 7 years in the UAE.
• Proven experience executing and managing major wet utilities and infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of sewerage, stormwater, water distribution, irrigation and pumping systems.
• Demonstrable ability to interpret hydraulic models, engineering calculations and infrastructure designs.
• Experience in coordination with authorities for submissions, NOCs and approvals in the UAE.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review IFC drawings, tender drawings, technical specifications, BOQs and design reports for accuracy, constructability and contractual compliance.
• Independently review hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, gradients, flow velocities, hydraulic grade lines, pumping capacities and network performance.
• Prepare and review shop drawings, corridor layouts and detailed engineering submissions.
• Identify design discrepancies, utility clashes, missing scope, technical risks and optimization opportunities.
• Prepare and review RFIs, technical queries, material submittals and method statements.
• Coordinate with designers and consultants to achieve compliant, buildable solutions.
• Lead value engineering studies for sewerage, stormwater, potable water, irrigation and related systems.
• Oversee construction planning, site supervision, progress tracking and QA/QC.
• Coordinate authority submissions, NOCs and infrastructure approvals with UAE authorities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SewerGEMS

StormCAD

WaterGEMS

Navisworks

BIM coordination

MS Project

Primavera P6

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SewerGEMS

StormCAD

WaterGEMS

Navisworks

BIM coordination tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Excel

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Wet Utilities Infrastructure Engineer

Design | Technical | Construction | Commercial | Project Management

Company: Hafiz Electromechanical Contracting LLC (HEM)
Location: Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 10–15 Years (Minimum 7 Years UAE Experience)
Department: Infrastructure & EPC Projects
Reporting To: Managing Director / Projects Management

1. Position Overview

Hafiz Electromechanical Contracting LLC is seeking a highly experienced, technically competent and commercially proficient Senior Wet Utilities Infrastructure Engineer to independently manage the engineering, coordination, execution and successful delivery of major infrastructure projects in Ras Al Khaimah.

The successful candidate shall possess comprehensive expertise in wet utilities engineering, hydraulic design review, construction methodologies, value engineering, project management, authority approvals, quantity surveying and commercial administration.

The position requires an experienced professional capable of managing complete infrastructure packages from tender evaluation and design development through construction, testing, commissioning, authority clearances and final handover.

2. Scope of Expertise

The candidate must demonstrate practical engineering and construction experience across the following infrastructure disciplines:

• Sewerage Networks: Gravity sewer pipelines, rising mains, manholes, inspection chambers, lifting stations, pumping stations and associated infrastructure.
• Stormwater Drainage: Gravity drainage networks, catch basins, gullies, manholes, attenuation/detention systems, stormwater pumping stations, oil interceptors and outfall arrangements.
• Potable Water Networks: Water transmission and distribution pipelines, valve chambers, metering arrangements, connections, pressure systems and associated infrastructure.
• Irrigation Networks: Irrigation pipelines, treated-water distribution systems, valve chambers, pumps and related installations.
• External Firefighting Networks: Fire hydrants, underground firefighting pipelines, sectional valves and associated utility installations.
• Associated Civil Works: Excavation, trenching, shoring, dewatering, bedding, backfilling, concrete structures, thrust blocks, road crossings, reinstatement and utility protection.
• Multidisciplinary Infrastructure Coordination: Utility corridors, road interfaces, existing service diversions, dry utility coordination, utility crossings and underground service clash resolution.

3. Key Responsibilities

A. Engineering, Design Review & Technical Management

• Review IFC drawings, tender drawings, technical specifications, BOQs and design reports for accuracy, constructability and contractual compliance.
• Independently review hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, gradients, flow velocities, hydraulic grade lines, pumping capacities and network performance.
• Verify drainage catchment calculations, stormwater design criteria, peak discharge rates, attenuation requirements and pumping arrangements.
• Prepare, review and coordinate shop drawings, longitudinal profiles, cross-sections, utility corridor layouts, coordinated services drawings and detailed engineering submissions.
• Identify design discrepancies, utility clashes, missing scope, technical risks and engineering optimization opportunities.
• Prepare and review RFIs, technical queries, material submittals, method statements and design clarification reports.
• Coordinate with designers and consultants to achieve technically compliant, buildable and cost-effective solutions.

B. Value Engineering & Design Optimization

• Lead value engineering studies for sewerage, stormwater, potable water, irrigation and associated infrastructure systems.
• Evaluate alternative pipe materials, diameters, alignments, invert levels, manhole arrangements, pumping capacities and construction methodologies.
• Compare gravity and pumped systems where technically feasible.
• Develop engineering alternatives supported by calculations, drawings, cost comparisons, technical risk assessments and lifecycle considerations.
• Quantify potential cost savings and prepare technical-commercial VE proposals for consultant and client approval.
• Ensure all proposed alternatives comply with applicable design criteria, authority requirements and project performance standards.

C. Construction & Site Execution

• Independently plan, organize and supervise infrastructure construction activities.
• Manage excavation, dewatering, shoring, underground piping, manhole construction, pumping stations, backfilling and reinstatement.
• Review and implement approved construction methodologies, work sequences, inspection plans and site logistics.
• Supervise engineers, supervisors, foremen, subcontractors and site manpower.
• Coordinate equipment deployment, materials, procurement, subcontractor activities and project resources.
• Ensure construction complies with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements and HSE procedures.
• Monitor daily progress, productivity and project milestones, implementing corrective actions where required.

D. Authority Approvals & Stakeholder Coordination

• Independently coordinate technical submissions and approval processes with RAK Municipality, Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE), relevant wastewater and public service authorities, road departments and other applicable stakeholders.
• Prepare and coordinate infrastructure NOCs, design submissions, construction permits, utility crossing approvals, service diversion proposals and related documentation.
• Respond to authority and consultant technical comments and secure timely resolution of outstanding approvals.
• Arrange and coordinate authority inspections, testing approvals, connection permits and final completion clearances.
• Maintain approval trackers and ensure statutory requirements are incorporated into project planning.
• Represent the company in technical meetings with consultants, clients, authorities and infrastructure service providers.

E. Project Management, Planning & Delivery

• Take ownership of assigned infrastructure packages from project commencement through final completion.
• Prepare project execution plans, baseline programmes, procurement schedules, manpower plans and construction sequences.
• Monitor project progress, critical activities, resource allocation and completion forecasts.
• Identify programme risks, delays and interface constraints and implement recovery plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal departments to achieve project objectives.
• Conduct progress meetings and submit structured weekly and monthly management reports.

F. Commercial Management, BOQ & Cost Control

• Review tender BOQs, specifications, drawings and contract scope for discrepancies, exclusions and commercial risks.
• Prepare and verify detailed quantity take-offs, cost estimates, rate analyses and procurement requirements.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations for technical compliance and commercial competitiveness.
• Manage project budgets, committed costs, quantity reconciliation, productivity and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Prepare, substantiate and negotiate variation orders, additional work claims and related commercial submissions.
• Support interim payment applications, measurement records, subcontractor valuations and final accounts.
• Assist management with contractual correspondence, extension-of-time submissions and the documentation of delay or disruption events.

G. Quality Assurance, Testing & Commissioning

• Prepare and implement inspection and test plans, material inspection requests and work inspection requests.
• Supervise pipeline testing, hydrostatic pressure testing, leakage testing, gravity pipeline inspections and other applicable acceptance procedures.
• Coordinate pipe flushing, disinfection, CCTV inspections, pump performance testing and commissioning activities where required.
• Manage non-conformance reports, corrective actions, inspection records and quality documentation.
• Ensure all testing and commissioning activities comply with approved specifications and applicable authority requirements.

H. Project Closeout & Handover

• Coordinate final inspections, snag rectification, testing certificates and statutory clearances.
• Prepare and verify as-built drawings, asset schedules, operation and maintenance manuals, warranties and handover documents.
• Ensure all project records, approvals and completion documentation are properly maintained.
• Lead the technical closeout process and support commercial final-account settlement.
• Achieve successful consultant, client and authority acceptance of completed infrastructure works.

4. Mandatory Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 10–15 years of relevant professional experience, including a minimum of 7 years in the UAE.
• Proven experience executing and managing major wet utilities and infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of sewerage, stormwater, water distribution, irrigation and pumping systems.
• Demonstrable ability to interpret hydraulic models, engineering calculations and infrastructure designs.
• Experience in engineering coordination, site supervision, project planning, cost control and contractual administration.
• Proven experience managing technical submissions, authority NOCs and infrastructure approvals in the UAE.
• Familiarity with RAK Municipality and applicable infrastructure authority requirements is strongly preferred.
• Experience coordinating with major consultants, developers and infrastructure contractors.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

5. Technical Software & Engineering Competencies

The candidate must possess strong working knowledge of:

• AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• SewerGEMS, StormCAD, WaterGEMS or equivalent hydraulic modelling software.
• Navisworks, BIM coordination tools or equivalent multidisciplinary design coordination platforms.
• MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Infrastructure quantity take-offs, engineering calculations, BOQ analysis and technical-commercial reporting.
• Relevant UAE authority standards, applicable international engineering standards and approved project specifications.

6. Required Professional Competencies

• Ability to independently manage multiple technical and site activities.
• Strong engineering judgment, practical problem-solving and constructability assessment.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on project profitability, budget control and value engineering.
• Leadership capability in managing site teams, subcontractors and multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder coordination and technical reporting skills.
• Ability to identify contractual, engineering, programme and construction risks.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, accountability and timely project delivery.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision while maintaining effective reporting to company management.

7. Key Performance Expectations

The selected engineer will be evaluated against:

• Achievement of approved project schedules and delivery milestones.
• Effective budget control and management of project costs.
• Timely completion of technical submittals and authority approvals.
• Quality and accuracy of shop drawings, engineering calculations and technical documentation.
• Identification and realization of approved value engineering savings.
• Effective control of variations, claims, subcontractors and material procurement.
• Reduction of rework, technical discrepancies and non-conformances.
• Timely completion of testing, commissioning and final project handover.
• Effective communication and stakeholder satisfaction.

8. Preferred Candidate Profile

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Previously worked with established UAE infrastructure contractors, engineering consultancies or EPC organizations.
• Successfully managed complete infrastructure projects involving sewerage, stormwater drainage, potable water and pumping stations.
• Hands-on experience in both engineering/design coordination and construction execution.
• Independently managed authority submissions, consultant coordination and final approvals.
• Proven ability to deliver measurable value engineering improvements and commercial savings.
• Prior project experience in Ras Al Khaimah.
• A valid UAE driving licence.

Hafiz Electromechanical Contracting LLC

Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Website: www.hemrak.com