Construction Director jobs in United Arab Emirates

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Job Description:

Resident Engineer (Infrastructure and Steel Structures)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Resident Engineer with experience in infrastructure works to join our team!

What You'll Be Doing:

• The Resident Engineer will assist in administering the operational functions of the day-to-day activities on the project, with specific duties related to the work on the storm drainage and sewage and associated works and all other wet and dry utilities.

• Supervise the work of the site engineers and the work inspectors working on the construction supervision of the storm drainage and sewage work and the associated works.

• Direct the site supervision related to drainage, wet and dry utilities and associated works including the pipes, manholes, chambers, gullies, etc.

• Coordinate direct activities with the other discipline RE’s to maintain consistency and integrity in the overall construction.

• Responsible for reviewing all shop drawings, design proposals, method statements, any requests for information relating to the drainage and associated works.

• Coordinate with Parsons' design Engineers for resolution of related issues.

• Maintain the Resident Engineer’s daily diary. Review daily diaries and reports from subordinates.

• Coordinate with the Contractor on scheduling and application of resources.

• Direct, assist and monitor the performance of the construction team working on the supervision of the construction of the drainage work and associated works including the site engineers, the work inspectors and the surveyors.

• Advise on contractual and construction matters regarding drainage, wet and dry utilities work and associated works, utilities diversions and installations, traffic diversions, and other related works.

• Generally supervise, review, monitor and report on progress of the drainage, wet and dry utilities and associated works.

• Ensure safety goals are achieved on the project and oversee implementation of safety procedures on the project.

• Provide all necessary on-site direction and issue site instructions with respect to drainage works, utilities and other related activities.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

• Minimum 12+ years experience in Construction Supervision of infrastructure projects including steel structures and bridges.

• Must have a sound knowledge about contractual relationships.

• Must be proactive and with good problem solving skills.

• Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc. and any project specific engineering and construction relevant software.

• Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken with an excellent capability in written technical skills as well as oral and written communication skills.

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