Senior Materials Engineer.

Overview

Senior Materials Engineer

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and manage all material engineering activities including submittals, approvals, testing, inspection, and documentation.
• Review and approve contractor, subcontractor, and supplier material submittals in line with project specifications, contract requirements, and international standards (ASTM, BS, AASHTO, ISO, UAE Authority standards).
• Act as the technical authority for all material-related matters across landscape, infrastructure, and construction projects.
• Oversee and supervise material testing activities including laboratory and field testing for:
• Concrete, asphalt, soil, aggregates, steel
• Landscape materials (topsoil, irrigation materials, geotextiles, turf, pavers, etc.)
• Ensure only approved materials are delivered, stored, and incorporated into the project.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to verify compliance with specifications, approved materials, and quality standards.
• Lead coordination with consultants, laboratories, suppliers, and subcontractors on all material-related matters.
• Identify non-conforming materials and lead corrective and preventive actions.
• Review and approve Certificates of Compliance, MSDS, test reports, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to materials engineers, QA/QC engineers, and site teams.
• Support procurement in prequalification and technical evaluation of material suppliers and manufacturers.
• Optimize material selection for durability, sustainability, and cost efficiency without compromising quality.
• Prepare and review quality control procedures, material logs, and technical reports.
• Monitor project material schedules and ensure timely availability aligned with construction progress.
• Identify risks related to materials and propose technical solutions to the Technical Manager.
• Ensure compliance with local authorities and regulatory requirements

& Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering / Materials Engineering (Master’s Degree is an advantage).
• Minimum
• 10–15 years of experience
• in materials engineering within:

• Construction / Buildings

• Landscape projects
• Strong experience in large-scale projects and construction supervision.
• UAE / GCC project experience preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in construction and landscape materials and material testing procedures.
• Deep knowledge of international standards (ASTM, BS, AASHTO, ISO) and UAE authority requirements.
• Strong experience in material submittals, mix design approval, and laboratory coordination.
• Ability to analyze technical data and resolve complex material-related issues.
• Knowledge of sustainable and green materials is an advantage.

Leadership & Professional Skills

• Strong leadership and team supervision ability.
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong technical reporting and documentation capability.
• High analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage).