RMJM is seeking to appoint a Resident Engineer for a Waterfront Project, to support the continued growth of our Abu Dhabi Studio.
Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:
- Oversee daily on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols.
- Lead and direct site teams, including contractors, subcontractors, and laborers, to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Review design drawings and IFC documents, identifying discrepancies or potential issues early (strong detail-oriented skills required).
- Monitor progress against schedules, reporting delays or risks to project management with mitigation plans.
- Conduct inspections, snagging, and QA/QC checks, ensuring work aligns with approved materials and methodologies.
- Chair site coordination meetings, resolving technical clashes and ensuring stakeholder alignment.
- Enforce HSE regulations and uphold RMJM’s standards for excellence.
- Deliver the iconic waterfront project on time, within budget, and to RMJM’s exacting quality standards.
- Enforce 100% compliance with design specs, Abu Dhabi codes, and international best practices.
- Lead on-site decisively; resolve conflicts, preempt issues, and keep construction on critical path.
- Maintain a zero-incident site through relentless HSE leadership.
- Bridge all stakeholders; align contractors, clients, and designers to avoid delays.
- Drive innovation; propose value engineering solutions that save costs without compromising quality.
- Ensure flawless handover with complete documentation for operational success.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s/Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering (Chartered status preferred).
- 15+ years in resident engineering, including 5+ years in the UAE/GCC on infrastructure/waterfront projects (marinas, piers, utilities).
- Mastery of construction sequencing – Ability to optimize workflows under high pressure.
- Design-to-build expertise – Keen eye for spotting design flaws, constructability issues, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Software proficiency: AutoCAD, Navisworks, Primavera P6, BIM tools.
- Leadership presence – Commands respect from workers to executives; fluent in English (Arabic advantageous).
Working Conditions:
- On-site based (Abu Dhabi), Full-time, Monday to Saturday
To apply, please send your CV and portfolio to [email protected].
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.