Site Engineer

Role overview

Qualifications and competencies

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance, MEP systems, civil works, and general building operations.
• Ability to inspect buildings and identify structural, technical, and maintenance issues.
• Knowledge of construction works, building materials, technical specifications, and project execution.
• Ability to evaluate contractor quotations, prepare cost estimates, and support budgeting and cost control.
• Ability to supervise contractors, technicians, and maintenance teams.
• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
• Ability to assess building conditions and recommend repair, renovation, and improvement work.
• Experience preparing technical reports, inspection reports, BOQs, and maintenance schedules.
• Good negotiation and coordination skills when dealing with suppliers and contractors.
• Knowledge of UAE building regulations, safety standards, and relevant authority requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Preferred profile

• UAE experience in building maintenance, property management, or facilities management is preferred.
• The employer describes the desired candidate as practical, technically knowledgeable, and capable of independently assessing building conditions and recommending solutions.

Work location

• Work location is in person.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and identify structural, technical, and maintenance issues.
• Assess building conditions and recommend repair, renovation, and improvement work.
• Oversee or supervise contractors, technicians, and maintenance teams.
• Review and compare contractor quotations and prepare cost estimates.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and monitoring of maintenance expenses.
• Prepare technical reports, inspection reports, BOQs, and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers and contractors on work and related matters.