Senior Civil Engineer - Stormwater Systems
Posted date [2026-08-04]
(ID: 48993)
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Job Description and Requirements
Senior Civil Engineer - Stormwater SystemsJob Snapshot
Role: Senior Civil Engineer - Stormwater Systems
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Experience: Senior-level civil construction experience
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
The Senior Civil Engineer - Stormwater Systems opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is a Civil Engineering role focused on supervising stormwater drainage networks, microtunneling works and associated civil structures. AECOM is hiring an experienced engineer to support the Resident Engineer and ensure construction activities comply with contractual requirements, approved designs, technical specifications and applicable local authority standards.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: AED 18000-28000 per month
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Work Model: On-site
Requisition ID: J10139740
Role Context
This position supports
AECOM\'s Transportation business line within its Middle East and Africa operations. The Senior Civil Engineer will supervise complex drainage and underground infrastructure construction while coordinating quality, safety, technical and schedule requirements. The role covers stormwater pipelines, microtunneling drives, shafts, manholes, chambers and interfaces with civil, structural and MEP services.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Resident Engineer in supervising stormwater drainage and microtunneling construction.
* Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control procedures for assigned works.
* Review inspection and test plans, method statements and related construction documentation.
* Conduct and follow up on inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
* Monitor inspectors\' performance and the quality of site supervision records.
* Report construction progress to the Resident Engineer and Project Manager.
* Verify project records required for accurate as-built documentation.
* Coordinate civil, structural and MEP service interfaces.
* Liaise with the Head Office design team regarding material submittals, design queries and technical clarifications.
* Supervise stormwater pipeline installation and microtunneling drive activities.
* Inspect shafts, manholes, valve chambers, washout chambers, air valves and connection chambers.
* Verify that construction follows the approved sequence, methodology and quality requirements.
* Enforce HSE standards and safe working procedures across site activities.
* Help resolve technical issues arising during construction.
* Provide technical input for design modifications and value engineering proposals.
* Review contractors\' technical submittals, shop drawings and method statements.
* Ensure compliance with RTA, Dubai Municipality and other relevant authority requirements.
* Assist with evaluating contractor progress claims, variation proposals and change requests.
* Coordinate with the supervision team to maintain quality, safety and schedule objectives.
* Identify potential construction risks and escalate significant concerns promptly.
Ideal Profile
* Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
* Senior-level experience supervising drainage, utilities or underground infrastructure projects.
* Practical knowledge of stormwater network and microtunneling construction.
* Experience reviewing technical submittals, shop drawings and method statements.
* Familiarity with quality assurance, quality control and inspection procedures.
* Understanding of shafts, manholes, valve chambers and related drainage structures.
* Knowledge of RTA, Dubai Municipality and applicable local authority requirements.
* Ability to coordinate civil, structural and MEP interfaces.
* Experience supporting progress claims, variations and change evaluations.
* Strong technical reporting and construction documentation abilities.
* Effective coordination, leadership and problem-solving skills.
* Commitment to construction quality and safe working practices.
Skills Set
* Stormwater drainage networks
* Microtunneling works
* Underground civil structures
* Construction supervision
* Quality assurance and quality control
* Inspection and test plans
* Method statement review
* Shop drawing review
* Technical submittal assessment
* Pipeline and chamber inspection
* Civil, structural and MEP coordination
* As-built documentation
* RTA and Dubai Municipality standards
* Progress monitoring and reporting
* Variation and change evaluation
* HSE compliance
* Technical issue resolution
* Value engineering
Why Join Us
AECOM provides the opportunity to contribute to major transportation and infrastructure projects alongside an international network of engineering and construction specialists. Employees can strengthen their technical and leadership capabilities through multidisciplinary collaboration, professional development programs and exposure to complex project environments. Depending on employment status and applicable policies, benefits may include health coverage, disability insurance, paid leave, well-being resources, recognition programs and retirement-related benefits.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management services. Its multidisciplinary teams work with public- and private-sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. With more than 50000 professionals worldwide, AECOM develops sustainable and resilient solutions that improve communities and create long-term value.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Resident Engineer in supervising stormwater drainage and microtunneling construction.
* Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control procedures for assigned works.
* Review inspection and test plans, method statements and related construction documentation.
* Conduct and follow up on inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
* Monitor inspectors\' performance and the quality of site supervision records.
* Report construction progress to the Resident Engineer and Project Manager.
* Verify project records required for accurate as-built documentation.
* Coordinate civil, structural and MEP service interfaces.
* Liaise with the Head Office design team regarding material submittals, design queries and technical clarifications.
* Supervise stormwater pipeline installation and microtunneling drive activities.
* Inspect shafts, manholes, valve chambers, washout chambers, air valves and connection chambers.
* Verify that construction follows the approved sequence, methodology and quality requirements.
* Enforce HSE standards and safe working procedures across site activities.
* Help resolve technical issues arising during construction.
* Provide technical input for design modifications and value engineering proposals.
* Review contractors\' technical submittals, shop drawings and method statements.
* Ensure compliance with RTA, Dubai Municipality and other relevant authority requirements.
* Assist with evaluating contractor progress claims, variation proposals and change requests.
* Coordinate with the supervision team to maintain quality, safety and schedule objectives.
* Identify potential construction risks and escalate significant concerns promptly.
Ideal Profile
* Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
* Senior-level experience supervising drainage, utilities or underground infrastructure projects.
* Practical knowledge of stormwater network and microtunneling construction.
* Experience reviewing technical submittals, shop drawings and method statements.
* Familiarity with quality assurance, quality control and inspection procedures.
* Understanding of shafts, manholes, valve chambers and related drainage structures.
* Knowledge of RTA, Dubai Municipality and applicable local authority requirements.
* Ability to coordinate civil, structural and MEP interfaces.
* Experience supporting progress claims, variations and change evaluations.
* Strong technical reporting and construction documentation abilities.
* Effective coordination, leadership and problem-solving skills.
* Commitment to construction quality and safe working practices.
Skills Set
* Stormwater drainage networks
* Microtunneling works
* Underground civil structures
* Construction supervision
* Quality assurance and quality control
* Inspection and test plans
* Method statement review
* Shop drawing review
* Technical submittal assessment
* Pipeline and chamber inspection
* Civil, structural and MEP coordination
* As-built documentation
* RTA and Dubai Municipality standards
* Progress monitoring and reporting
* Variation and change evaluation
* HSE compliance
* Technical issue resolution
* Value engineering
Why Join Us
AECOM provides the opportunity to contribute to major transportation and infrastructure projects alongside an international network of engineering and construction specialists. Employees can strengthen their technical and leadership capabilities through multidisciplinary collaboration, professional development programs and exposure to complex project environments. Depending on employment status and applicable policies, benefits may include health coverage, disability insurance, paid leave, well-being resources, recognition programs and retirement-related benefits.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management services. Its multidisciplinary teams work with public- and private-sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. With more than 50000 professionals worldwide, AECOM develops sustainable and resilient solutions that improve communities and create long-term value.
