Assistant Resident Engineer (Civil)

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Track contractual requirements and assigned civil work packages; supervise inspectors and enforce work sequence, quality, and permit-to-work requirements.
• Conduct site supervision, daily inspections, field and laboratory tests, and follow up construction activities.
• Supervise water network excavation, bedding, pipe laying, thrust restraint, chambers, valves, fittings, connections, backfilling, and reinstatement.
• Review inspections and test plans, advise on approvals, maintain red-mark and as-built drawings, and review contractor submissions.
• Identify technical incompatibilities and non-compliant work; ensure construction follows approved method statements.
• Monitor schedule and progress, coordinate QA/QC records, and participate in HSE walkthroughs, inspections, interventions, and audits.
• Verify risk responses, identify site risks, assist with interdisciplinary coordination and Resident Engineer coverage, and support contract-compliant project closeout with the client.

Required qualifications

• BE or BSc in Civil Engineering, certified by the Ministry of Higher Education.
• At least five years of experience for engineering degree holders; similar-scope consultancy experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of water network installation, testing, disinfection, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with client specifications, international standards, and relevant OSHAD Codes of Practice.
• Knowledge of HSE practices covering confined space, excavation, lifting, working at height, permit-to-work systems, and risk assessments.
• Able to interpret drawings, specifications, and inspection and test plans; proficient with record/report applications and relevant engineering or construction software.
• Strong coordination, reporting, communication, and problem-solving skills; fluent English reading and writing.
• Available full-time and prepared to work six days per week at site.

Desired skills and qualifications

• TAQA Distribution or equivalent water utility project experience is strongly preferred; familiarity with TAQA specifications, permitting, reporting, Essential Rules, and control-of-works systems is desired.
• Approved Competent Person status with TRANSCO, ADDC, AADC, or similar; OSHA 30-hour construction safety or similar training are desired.
• Working knowledge of Primavera and proficiency in AutoCAD or similar, and a valid UAE driver’s licence, are desired.

Workplace and schedule

• Site-based role requiring full-time availability and a six-day work week as required under the agreement.