Resident Engineer

The Role

Our client a leading Architectural and Engineering practice has an urgent requirement for a Resident Engineer for a large residential project in Dubai. Previous experience in Dubai with strong FIDIC knowledge and experience. JOB DESCRIPTION Core Job Responsibilities: * Review project d...

The Role
Our client a leading Architectural and Engineering practice has an urgent requirement for a Resident Engineer for a large residential project in Dubai. Previous experience in Dubai with strong FIDIC knowledge and experience. JOB DESCRIPTION Core Job Responsibilities: * Review project design(s) and schematics for quality, technical competence, and code and standards compliance, * Monitor the progress and quality of a project and resolve problems and project barriers by identifying strategies and approaches to overcome barriers * Contract Administration according to various versions of FIDIC Conditions of Contracts. * Review and comment on Contractors program of works * Review tender documents and give advice on technical & documental flaws. * Review of shop drawings and mix design related to Structural works. * Review all structural members including post tension and pre-cast engineering works prior to concreting. * Liaise with the relevant client(s) and make necessary coordination to solve issues pertaining to clients requirements. * Knowledge and compliance with updated authority regulations, relevant standards & codes. * Engineering advice to assist in solving problems in collaboration with other relevant team members. * Ensure the test and inspections are performed, witnessed and documented in accordance with approved procedure. * Ensure that personnel of the assigned group are engaged in safe work practices in compliance with site-specific safety procedure and industry standards. * Identify, evaluate and estimate levels of risks involved in projects, their comparison against benchmarks or standards and determination of an acceptable level of risks. * Attends meetings, write MOM, resolve design or construction problems, meet with contractors / sub-consultants / clients and relevant officials, when required. * Establish a communication schedule to update all relevant parties (in-house/out-house) for progress. * Ensure that projects are built in accordance with agreed plans, standards and estimates. * Review and interpret specifications of design & construction contracts. * Inspect construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards. * Determine the resources (time, staff, equipment, etc.) required and its allocation to complete the project. * Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities in collaboration with Leads or Management. * Monitor team performance & strive to improve weak areas of team members by effective guidance. * Team members lacking in performance despite guidance to be reported to Management for action to avoid fall in the effectiveness of the company. * Ensure team is working within scope and time constraints committed on the project. * Manage the overall change control processes and quality assurance aspects of the project to ensure project success. * Review the IFC package to ensure it includes all documents required for the project.

Requirements
Educational & Professional Qualifications * Bachelors /masters degree in civil engineering or Structural Engineering * 10-15 years of experience in civil/structural engineering, of which at least 5+ years should be in a Resident Engineer or Senior Site Engineer capacity. * Proven record in handling multi-disciplinary projects (residential, commercial, or infrastructure). * UAE / GCC experience is a strong advantage due to local authority codes and site practices. * Chartered Engineer (CEng / MICE / PE / PMP / RICS) - adds credibility. * Membership in recognized engineering bodies (IEI, ASCE, ICE, PMI, etc.). * FIDIC Contract Training / Certification - often required for projects following FIDIC conditions. * Safety Certification (e.g., NEBOSH or equivalent) - for site safety compliance. * Expert knowledge of design and construction codes (BS, ACI, ASTM, AS, etc.) * Strong grasp of FIDIC contract administration and tender management * Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Primavera (P6), or MS Project * Deep understanding of QA/QC, site supervision, and inspection procedures * Knowledge of authority regulations (Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DM, DDA, etc.)

About the company
Michael Page is one of the worlds leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of: Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.