Assistant Resident Engineer

Assistant Resident Engineer Contract State/Province: Abu Dhabi Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED - AL AIN Business Line: Water Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: International Primary Location: AE - Al Ain, UAE - Al Ain Square - S Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Assistant Resident Engineer to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will provide essential technical support to the Resident Engineer and project team, ensuring that all construction works meet statutory requirements, contractual obligations, and quality standards. You will be instrumental in maintaining site compliance, coordinating between contractors and design teams, and documenting all construction activities with precision and professionalism. Assist the Resident Engineer in performing statutory duties and technical competent person requirements as mandated by local regulatory authorities Conduct regular on-site inspections to verify that construction works comply with approved plans, method statements, and safety protocols Review and analyze contractor-proposed construction sequences, temporary works, and late-cast openings to ensure structural integrity and feasibility Monitor and support the work of the contractor's technical competent persons, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to project standards Serve as a liaison between the contractor, site team, and design office, facilitating clear communication and timely resolution of construction-related issues Identify and document non-conformities, escalating issues to the Resident Engineer and relevant stakeholders with transparent and detailed reporting Implement and monitor quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) systems, site safety protocols, and environmental management practices Prepare and contribute to comprehensive site reports, inspection records, defect reports, and QA/QC documentation on a regular basis Maintain organized and accessible filing systems for all correspondence, site records, construction drawings, and regulatory approvals Attend site progress meetings, QA/QC meetings, and other project-related meetings, actively contributing to collaborative problem-solving Enforce compliance with ethics policies, including third-party payment procedures, sub-consultancy engagement processes, and organizational guidelines Perform additional duties as assigned by the Resident Engineer or project management team, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to project success Qualifications **Required Qualifications:** Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Geotechnical Engineering; or equivalent higher diploma/certificate in civil or structural engineering Minimum 2 years of relevant post-degree experience in civil or structural engineering on construction projects; or minimum 5 years of relevant experience post higher diploma Demonstrated experience with superstructure works, civil drainage systems, and site