Senior Resident Engineer - Utilities

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Resident Engineer – Utilities to lead and supervise utility works on major infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the site supervision team for utility and infrastructure works.
- Supervise the construction of wet and dry utilities, including stormwater, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, electrical, telecom, and associated utility networks.
- Review and monitor contractor programmes, method statements, technical submissions, shop drawings, and material submittals.
- Monitor construction progress, quality, safety, and compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
- Coordinate utility works with roads, structures, marine works, and other project disciplines.
- Manage interfaces between different utilities and coordinate with relevant Authorities and stakeholders.
- Review and coordinate Inspection Requests, RFIs, technical queries, NCRs, and site issues.
- Monitor testing, commissioning, and tie-in works for utility networks.
- Coordinate with the Contractor and project team to resolve technical and construction issues.
- Review progress against the approved programme and support recovery and mitigation measures where required.
- Attend progress and coordination meetings and provide technical and construction updates.
- Ensure proper documentation of inspections, testing, as-built information, and handover requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and support to AREs, Engineers, Inspectors, and other site staff.
- Support the Project Manager in managing project risks, programme, quality, and overall site delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• 18+ years of experience in utility and infrastructure projects
• Strong experience in Wet & Dry Utilities construction and infrastructure works
• Extensive knowledge of Stormwater, Sewerage, Potable Water, Irrigation, Electrical, Telecom, and Utility Networks
• Experience in Utility Diversions, Tie-ins, Crossings, Testing & Commissioning, and coordination with Authorities
• Proven experience managing Site Supervision Teams, Contractors, and Stakeholders
• Strong understanding of Construction Specifications, Quality Standards, and HSE Procedures
• UAE experience on major infrastructure projects preferred
• Excellent leadership, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills

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