Resident Engineer - Infrastructure
Posted date [2026-05-25]
(ID: 45552)
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AECOM is a global leader in infrastructure development, engineering, and project management solutions, dedicated to building a better, smarter, and more sustainable world. With unmatched expertise in construction, civil engineering, architecture, environmental consulting, and urban development, AECOM helps clients tackle complex challenges across water, energy, transportation, oil and gas, renewable energy, and smart city projects. As one of the world’s leading engineering and construction companies in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the wider Gulf region, AECOM partners with both government and private organizations to deliver innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions through every stage of the project lifecycle from advisory and design to engineering, procurement, and construction management. Headquartered in the United States and operating across the Middle East, AECOM is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of USD 16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Its projects shape skylines, transportation systems, and energy networks across major Gulf cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh, and Muscat. For those seeking engineering jobs in Dubai, construction management roles in the UAE, civil engineering careers in Saudi Arabia, or infrastructure project opportunities across the Middle East, AECOM offers a world-class environment for growth and innovation. Discover the latest AECOM Gulf and Middle East job openings at careersingulf.com, the region’s leading job portal for engineering, architecture, construction, and project management careers.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Resident Engineer - InfrastructureJob Snapshot
Role: Resident Engineer - Infrastructure
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Experience: Minimum 20 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Resident Engineer - Infrastructure in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a senior Civil Engineering opportunity with AECOM for an experienced site supervision leader who can manage complex infrastructure construction works, contractor performance, authority coordination, and project delivery standards. The role is focused on major civil infrastructure projects involving stormwater drainage, sewerage treatment, microtunneling, deep shaft works, water treatment facilities, and multidisciplinary site execution.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: 35000-45000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Resident Engineer will act as a key site leadership figure for AECOM, ensuring infrastructure works are delivered safely, correctly, and in line with approved project requirements. This position supports the successful completion of critical Dubai infrastructure by managing construction supervision teams, reviewing technical submissions, resolving site challenges, coordinating with local authorities, and maintaining strong control over quality, safety, schedule, and contractor performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead day-to-day supervision of assigned civil infrastructure works and ensure construction activities follow approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and contract requirements.
* Manage contractors, site engineers, inspectors, and discipline teams to maintain quality, safety, and progress across active work areas.
* Oversee construction activities related to stormwater drainage, sewerage treatment works, sewage treatment plants, microtunneling, deep shaft construction, and water treatment infrastructure.
* Review technical submittals, shop drawings, construction drawings, material approvals, method statements, inspection plans, and project documentation.
* Coordinate with RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and other relevant Dubai authorities for permits, approvals, inspections, NOCs, and technical clearances.
* Monitor construction progress against approved schedules and identify risks that may affect delivery, quality, cost, or safety.
* Support preparation and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, HSE Plan, and Quality Control Plan.
* Lead site meetings, technical discussions, progress reviews, and coordination sessions with clients, consultants, contractors, and authority representatives.
* Resolve construction issues, technical conflicts, interface problems, and site constraints through practical engineering judgment.
* Review contractor claims, variation requests, change orders, and scope-related matters in coordination with project leadership.
* Maintain accurate records of inspections, site instructions, progress updates, correspondence, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
* Guide junior engineers and inspectors, review their work, and support consistent supervision standards across the project.
* Ensure testing, commissioning, closeout documentation, handover requirements, and final inspections are completed properly.
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
* Master’s Degree in Engineering is preferred.
* Professional Engineering license, Chartered Engineer status, PE, CEng, or equivalent certification is an advantage.
* Minimum 20 years of post-graduate experience in design and site supervision of major infrastructure projects.
* Strong UAE project experience, especially within Dubai infrastructure environments.
* Proven background working with RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, or similar local authority infrastructure projects.
* Practical experience in stormwater drainage, microtunneling, sewerage treatment, sewage treatment plants, deep shafts, and water treatment works.
* Strong understanding of construction supervision procedures, authority approval workflows, HSE requirements, quality control, and contract administration.
* Ability to lead multidisciplinary supervision teams and manage contractors in a demanding site environment.
* Strong judgment in reviewing technical documents, handling site risks, managing stakeholders, and supporting timely project delivery.
* Excellent communication, leadership, reporting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Skills Set
* Civil infrastructure supervision
* Stormwater drainage works
* Microtunneling coordination
* Sewerage treatment works
* Sewage treatment plant supervision
* Water treatment infrastructure
* Deep shaft construction
* Contractor management
* Construction quality control
* HSE plan implementation
* Project Execution Plan review
* Method statement review
* Shop drawing review
* Material submittal review
* RTA coordination
* Dubai Municipality coordination
* DEWA coordination
* Authority approvals and NOCs
* Site progress reporting
* Claims and variation review
* Project closeout and handover
Why Join Us
AECOM offers the opportunity to work on high-value infrastructure projects that directly support Dubai’s urban growth, sustainability, and long-term development. This role gives experienced Resident Engineers exposure to complex civil works, advanced construction methods, authority-led project delivery, and multidisciplinary coordination within a globally respected infrastructure consulting environment. The position is well suited for professionals who want stability, technical challenge, leadership responsibility, and continued growth in the UAE engineering market.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering services across transportation, water, environment, energy, buildings, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management. In Dubai and the wider region, AECOM works with public and private sector clients to deliver resilient, sustainable, and technically sound infrastructure that supports modern communities and essential urban development.
