Safety Engineer

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 184,000 - 306,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation is seeking a seasoned Safety Engineer to lead HSE policy implementation and field safety oversight on highway, bridge, and underpass projects in Dubai. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with UAE regulations, conducting site inspections, and coordinating corrective actions with Contractors and the Safety Manager.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Safety-related field, NEBOSH IGC or equivalent, and 8+ years of UAE project experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a construction-related engineering discipline.
• Internationally approved safety training or courses.
• Minimum 8 years of Safety Engineer experience on highway, bridge, and underpass projects in the UAE.
• Recognized health and safety education and relevant certifications (e.g., NEBOSH IGC, Safety Diploma, First Aid, Fire Safety).
• Knowledge of UAE federal laws, Dubai Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice, RTA guidelines.
• Experience reviewing safety plans, risk assessments, and conducting site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor HSE policies and project safety plans.
• Review contractor safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Conduct construction site safety inspections and identify noncompliance.
• Coordinate with Safety Manager and contractors to improve safety standards.
• Report safety findings and track corrective actions.
• Monitor HSE performance against targets and generate reports.

Skills

Safety management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Site inspections

Regulatory compliance

Contractor coordination

HSE auditing

Education

Bachelor degree in Occupational Safety & Health or construction-related engineering

NEBOSH IGC

Safety certifications

Job description

Safety Engineer Job Snapshot - Role: Safety Engineer - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Construction - Function: Environmental Health & Safety Services - Experience: Minimum 8 years in highway, bridge, and underpass projects in the UAE - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview Parsons Corporation is seeking an experienced Safety Engineer to join its team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position focuses on implementing and monitoring health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements for highway, bridge, and underpass construction projects. You will ensure that project safety plans comply with Parsons corporate HSE policies, client requirements, UAE legislation, and applicable Dubai construction safety regulations. The role involves monitoring contractor safety performance, reviewing risk assessments and safety documentation, conducting site inspections, and coordinating corrective actions to maintain a safe construction environment. The successful candidate will have a relevant bachelor’s degree, internationally recognized safety training or certifications, and at least eight years of Safety Engineer experience on highway, bridge, and underpass projects in the UAE.

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Construction - Function: Environmental Health & Safety Services - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• HSE Policy Implementation and Compliance - Implement corporate HSE policies, project safety plans, and applicable health and safety legislation.
• Ensure project safety procedures comply with Parsons corporate requirements and prevailing regional safety regulations.
• Monitor contractor compliance with client safety requirements and contractual HSE obligations.
• Track HSE performance against established safety targets and recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with the Safety Manager and contractors to strengthen implementation of HSE management procedures.
• Support consistent application of health, safety, and environmental requirements across construction activities.

Construction Site Safety Inspections

• Conduct regular HSE inspections of construction sites and ongoing activities.
• Monitor contractors to verify implementation of applicable safety measures.
• Identify unsafe conditions, hazardous activities, and deviations from approved safety procedures.
• Report safety deficiencies to the Resident Engineer for immediate corrective action.
• Follow up with contractors to verify that identified safety issues are addressed.
• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented hazard control measures.
• Support continuous improvement of construction site safety performance.

Contractor Safety Plan and Risk Assessment Reviews

• Review contractors site safety plans for compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate emergency response and preparedness plans.
• Review method statements and associated risk assessments for construction activities.
• Assess proposed hazard identification and control measures.
• Verify that safety procedures address relevant construction risks.
• Monitor implementation of approved safety plans and risk control measures.
• Coordinate with contractors to resolve deficiencies in safety documentation and procedures.

HSE Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Review contractors monthly HSE inspection reports and performance records.
• Monitor HSE statistics, safety targets, and compliance indicators.
• Identify recurring safety issues and recommend preventive measures.
• Maintain oversight of contractor safety documentation and reporting activities.
• Communicate safety findings to the Safety Manager, Resident Engineer, and relevant project personnel.
• Support follow-up actions arising from HSE inspections and performance reviews.

Safety Meetings and Contractor Coordination

• Conduct monthly safety meetings with relevant project participants.
• Identify outstanding safety issues requiring corrective action.
• Establish follow-up targets for unresolved HSE matters.
• Prepare and distribute safety meeting minutes.
• Coordinate with contractors and project stakeholders to monitor agreed actions.
• Liaise with the Safety Manager regarding safety performance and improvement measures.
• Promote effective communication of project safety requirements.

Emergency Preparedness and Permit-to-Work Compliance

• Review contractors emergency preparedness and response arrangements.
• Monitor implementation of permit-to-work procedures.
• Review toolbox talk activities and related safety records.
• Verify that emergency procedures align with applicable project requirements.
• Identify gaps in contractor emergency response arrangements.
• Coordinate with relevant personnel to improve emergency readiness and procedural compliance.

Incident and Accident Investigation

• Review incident and accident investigation reports submitted by contractors.
• Evaluate reported findings and proposed corrective actions.
• Communicate lessons learned from incidents to relevant project personnel.
• Monitor implementation of immediate corrective measures.
• Follow up on preventive actions intended to reduce the likelihood of recurrence.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen site safety procedures based on investigation findings.
• Support continuous improvement of incident prevention practices.

Regulatory and Client Safety Requirements

• Monitor compliance with applicable UAE federal health and safety legislation.
• Apply relevant requirements of the Dubai Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice.
• Consider applicable Dubai Municipality technical guidelines during safety reviews and inspections.
• Monitor compliance with relevant Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) circulars.
• Apply requirements of the Work Zone Traffic Management Manual where relevant to construction activities.
• Verify that contractor safety practices meet applicable client and regulatory requirements.
• Report identified regulatory or contractual safety compliance issues.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a construction-related engineering discipline.
• Internationally approved safety training or courses.
• Minimum 8 years of experience working as a Safety Engineer on highway, bridge, and underpass projects in the UAE.
• Recognized health and safety education and relevant certifications, such as NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC), Safety Diploma, First Aid, or Fire Safety qualifications.
• Working knowledge of applicable UAE federal laws and construction safety requirements.
• Knowledge of the Dubai Municipality Code of Construction Safety Practice and relevant technical guidelines.
• Familiarity with applicable RTA circulars and the Work Zone Traffic Management Manual.
• Experience implementing and monitoring construction HSE policies and safety plans.
• Ability to review contractor safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Ability to conduct construction site safety inspections and identify noncompliance.
• Understanding of incident investigation, corrective action monitoring, and HSE reporting.
• Ability to attend in-person interviews in the UAE.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• ISO auditing qualifications or relevant training in the UAE covering ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Construction health, safety, and environmental management.
• Highway, bridge, and underpass construction safety.
• Corporate HSE policy and safety plan implementation.
• UAE construction safety legislation and regulatory compliance.
• Dubai Municipality construction safety requirements.
• RTA safety circulars and work zone traffic management.
• Contractor HSE performance monitoring.
• Construction site safety inspections and audits.
• Method statement and risk assessment reviews.
• Hazard identification and control measures.
• Emergency preparedness and response planning.
• Permit-to-work systems.
• Toolbox talks and safety awareness activities.
• Incident and accident investigation reporting.
• Corrective and preventive action monitoring.
• HSE statistics, performance reporting, and documentation.
• ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management.
• ISO 14001 environmental management.

Professional Competencies

• Strong understanding of construction safety risks and preventive measures.
• Ability to identify unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions.
• Effective coordination with contractors, engineers, and project management teams.
• Clear communication of safety requirements and inspection findings.
• Strong attention to detail in safety documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to evaluate contractor HSE performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Sound judgment when reviewing risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Effective organization of safety meetings and corrective action follow-up.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous HSE improvement.

About Parsons Corporation

Parsons Corporation provides engineering, infrastructure, and project delivery services across complex construction and development projects. The company emphasizes technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, professional development, and employee wellbeing. As a Safety Engineer, you will contribute to construction site safety by monitoring contractor compliance, reviewing safety procedures, conducting inspections, and supporting effective implementation of health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parsons is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair representation at all job levels without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.