Civil Design Engineer

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed designs and conduct feasibility assessments and site inspections.
• Prepare and implement project plans; research projects and provide estimates.
• Review government regulations and ordinances.
• Monitor and optimize safety procedures, production processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Recommend alternative solutions and liaise with clients and professional subcontractors.
• Manage project budgets, resources, deadlines, and quotations.
• Contact vendors and coordinate with staff to complete projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers.
• Professional engineer registration or licensure may be required.
• At least 4 years of architectural design consultancy experience is described as strongly desired.
• At least 3 years of project-management experience.
• Familiarity with design software such as ArchiCAD, BIMX, Civil 3D, Autodesk, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
• Knowledge of map-creation and photo-imaging software.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, organizational, time-management, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, with strong design and construction-documentation skills.

Software and technical areas

• The posting names ArchiCAD, BIMX, Civil 3D, Autodesk, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Google Workspace, project-management software, and graphics software.
• The description references foundations, structural analysis and design, and civil engineering detailed design.

Workplace

• The position is based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with office work and on-site visits.
• The description says the candidate should be comfortable splitting time between the office, site visits, and council meetings.

Employment arrangement

• The posting describes the position as permanent and full-time and separately lists the job type as full-time.

Pay and trial period

• The posting lists pay of AED 3,000 to AED 3,500 per month.
• The description also says the first month is unpaid as a test period, followed by six months of wage payment if the candidate passes; this is inconsistent with the stated monthly pay and permanent full-time description.

Application process

• The posting requests a resume and cover letter and says an interview will discuss the work scope, salary, and benefits.
• The description includes application questions, which are omitted here.