Architectural Engineer - Site Supervision
Posted date [2026-09-26]
(ID: 52574)
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Job Description and Requirements
Architectural Engineer - Site SupervisionJob Snapshot
Role: Architectural Engineer - Site Supervision
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Function: Architect
Experience: 10-15 years
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
AECOM is seeking an experienced Architectural Engineer in Dubai, UAE to lead and coordinate architectural design and engineering matters during the construction stage of building projects. The role serves as a key technical interface between the Site Supervision Team, Contractor, Design Team, suppliers and specialist subcontractors, with responsibility for architectural submissions, multidisciplinary coordination, procurement interfaces, constructability matters and timely resolution of technical issues.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Function: Architect
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Architectural Coordination and Site Supervision
The Architectural Engineer will oversee architectural engineering activities throughout construction, ensuring submissions, approvals and technical decisions remain aligned with project requirements and the
construction programme. Close coordination with the Contractor and other engineering disciplines will be essential to identify interface issues and resolve matters that could affect progress or handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate architectural design and engineering matters arising during the construction stage.
- Act as the main focal point between the Site Supervision Team, Contractor, Design Team, suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
- Review architectural RFIs, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, samples, mock-ups, technical proposals and as-built drawings.
- Ensure the Contractor prepares and maintains a detailed schedule covering architectural engineering submissions, approvals, procurement and site activities.
- Monitor the Contractor\'s submission programme and ensure required documentation is submitted sufficiently in advance to support the construction programme.
- Follow up on the appointment and mobilization of qualified architectural suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
- Review supplier and specialist subcontractor submission and procurement schedules.
- Identify delayed submissions, approvals, material procurement, supplier appointments or engineering activities that could affect construction progress.
- Coordinate architectural requirements with structural, civil, MEP, landscape, facade and other relevant disciplines.
- Address architectural interfaces and constructability issues through coordinated technical review.
- Lead architectural technical and progress meetings and track outstanding actions through closure.
- Provide regular reports to the Site Line Manager and highlight risks affecting design coordination, procurement, progress, completion or handover.
- Ensure technical decisions, instructions and approvals are documented and communicated through approved project channels.
- Escalate unresolved technical matters, non-compliance, delays and other significant risks to the Project Manager or Resident Engineer as appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor\'s degree in Architectural Engineering.
- 10-15 years of relevant professional experience.
- Previous experience working on building projects.
- Previous site supervision experience.
Technical Focus
The position requires practical construction-stage architectural coordination across design reviews, shop drawings, RFIs, material submissions, method statements, mock-ups and as-built documentation. The role also requires close attention to submission schedules, procurement dependencies, multidisciplinary interfaces and technical risks that could influence the overall construction programme.
Recruitment and Onboarding
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 a global infrastructure professional services firm working across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. Its services span advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management for public- and private-sector clients. AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025 and has a global workforce of more than 50,000 professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate architectural design and engineering matters arising during the construction stage.
- Act as the main focal point between the Site Supervision Team, Contractor, Design Team, suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
- Review architectural RFIs, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, samples, mock-ups, technical proposals and as-built drawings.
- Ensure the Contractor prepares and maintains a detailed schedule covering architectural engineering submissions, approvals, procurement and site activities.
- Monitor the Contractor\'s submission programme and ensure required documentation is submitted sufficiently in advance to support the construction programme.
- Follow up on the appointment and mobilization of qualified architectural suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
- Review supplier and specialist subcontractor submission and procurement schedules.
- Identify delayed submissions, approvals, material procurement, supplier appointments or engineering activities that could affect construction progress.
- Coordinate architectural requirements with structural, civil, MEP, landscape, facade and other relevant disciplines.
- Address architectural interfaces and constructability issues through coordinated technical review.
- Lead architectural technical and progress meetings and track outstanding actions through closure.
- Provide regular reports to the Site Line Manager and highlight risks affecting design coordination, procurement, progress, completion or handover.
- Ensure technical decisions, instructions and approvals are documented and communicated through approved project channels.
- Escalate unresolved technical matters, non-compliance, delays and other significant risks to the Project Manager or Resident Engineer as appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor\'s degree in Architectural Engineering.
- 10-15 years of relevant professional experience.
- Previous experience working on building projects.
- Previous site supervision experience.
Technical Focus
The position requires practical construction-stage architectural coordination across design reviews, shop drawings, RFIs, material submissions, method statements, mock-ups and as-built documentation. The role also requires close attention to submission schedules, procurement dependencies, multidisciplinary interfaces and technical risks that could influence the overall construction programme.
Recruitment and Onboarding
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 a global infrastructure professional services firm working across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. Its services span advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management for public- and private-sector clients. AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025 and has a global workforce of more than 50,000 professionals.
