Resident Engineer - MICROTUNNELING

Overview

Supervise microtunneling and stormwater drainage works for a major Dubai infrastructure project.

Key Responsibilities

• hse compliance
• progress reporting
• cost control
• scope management
• technical review
• contractor supervision

Tasks

-Ensure full compliance with HSE requirements and promote a safety-first culture across all site operations. -Perform other related duties as assigned to support the successful delivery of the project. -Oversee and monitor progress reporting, schedule updates, and cost control to ensure alignment with project goals. -Ensure adherence to all relevant RTA, DM, and local authority procedures and specifications related to microtunneling and drainage works. -Negotiate and manage scope variations, claims, and change requests in coordination with the Client and Contractor. -Lead the delivery of assigned project packages, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality targets. -Direct, coordinate, and monitor the supervision team in conducting daily inspections of construction activities. -Represent AECOM in all Client, Contractor, and Authority meetings, maintaining professional communication and reporting standards. -Review and endorse contractors’ technical submittals, method statements, material approvals, and construction drawings. -Conduct internal weekly meetings to monitor site performance and formulate corrective actions when necessary. -Review and assess construction programs, technical deliverables, and cost estimates for accuracy and completeness. -Prepare and implement the Project Execution Plan, HSE Plan, and Quality Control Plan for the assigned package. -Supervise and manage contractors to ensure works are executed as per specifications, drawings, and project milestones. -Mentor and supervise subordinate engineers and inspectors, conducting performance reviews and ensuring skill development. -Resolve site-related issues promptly, providing sound engineering judgment and ensuring proper documentation.

Requirements

• microtunneling
• stormwater
• civil engineering
• uae experience
• 20 years
• rta approval

What You Bring

-Proven experience in microtunneling works, stormwater drainage systems, deep shaft construction , and large-diameter pipeline installations (600 mm to 4,000 mm). -Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams , overseeing contractors, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders and authorities. -Demonstrated experience in projects involving evacuation tunnels (3–4 m diameter) , high-capacity pumping stations (up to 10 m³/s) , open channels, catch basins, and integration with existing networks. -Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (Master’s Degree preferred). -Extensive UAE experience —particularly within Dubai—is essential, including a strong track record with RTA and Dubai Municipality infrastructure projects. -Professional Engineering license or Chartership (e.g., CEng, PE) is an advantage. -Valid RTA approval as Resident Engineer for Microtunneling Works is mandatory. -Comprehensive understanding of Dubai Authority procedures and approval processes (RTA, DM, DEWA, etc.). -Minimum 20 years of post-graduate experience in the design and supervision of major infrastructure projects.

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