Resident Engineer

Resident Engineer Full-time State/Province: Abu Dhabi Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: International Primary Location: AE - Abu Dhabi, UAE - Site - Interna 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.

AECOM are currently seeking a Resident Engineer, for a residential project, based in Abu Dhabi. The RE leads the site team and manages the scope of services to ensure all site activities comply with construction documents and specifications. The RE also coordinates with relevant authorities and clients on site-related requirements. Job Duties: Supervise quality assurance inspection staff and sub-consultants to ensure all work complies with approved plans, specifications, and project requirements. Monitor and take responsibility for the safety of AECOM staff and contractors, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. Coordinate and maintain effective communication with the Client, Authorities, and Contractor personnel to support smooth project execution. Manage daily project documentation and site observations to ensure accuracy and timely reporting. Prepare, issue, and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) to address deviations from project specifications. Review daily work reports submitted by inspectors and sub-consultants for completeness and accuracy. Draft and issue project correspondence to the Contractor and Client as required. Expedite the approval process for permits and regulatory clearances, minimising delays to project timelines. Lead weekly progress meetings with the Client, Contractor, and project team to review progress and resolve issues. Maintain project documentation in accordance with company and client standards. Negotiate change orders on behalf of the Client with the Contractor and provide recommendations for approval. Review and approve the contractor’s monthly invoices, verifying the quantities and values of completed work. Prepare and review monthly project status reports, summarising progress, risks, and key developments. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Project Lead to support project delivery. Supervise and mentor the Assistant Resident Engineer to ensure adequate performance and professional development. Liaise with the head office for resource planning and allocation throughout the project lifecycle.

Minimum of 15 years post-undergraduate experience plus 5 years in a senior technical position. Bachelor's degree in relevant Engineering field (i.e. Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural etc) and PMP preferable, plus membership of a recognized professional institution preferred Additional Information At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOM AECOM is proud