Resident Engineer - Enabling Works

Resident Engineer - Enabling Works Full-time State/Province: Abu Dhabi Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED ABU DHABI Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: International Primary Location: AE - Abu Dhabi, UAE - Site - Interna Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Resident Engineer - Enabling Works to join our team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will serve as the on-site engineering representative responsible for overseeing and coordinating all enabling works activities. You will ensure that preliminary construction phases, site preparation, and temporary works are executed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with project specifications and local regulations. This position requires a professional who can manage multiple stakeholders, maintain meticulous documentation, and make analytical decisions to keep projects on schedule and within quality standards. Supervise and coordinate all enabling works activities, including site preparation, temporary structures, and utility installations Inspect and verify that all construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards Prepare and maintain comprehensive site reports, daily logs, and technical documentation Coordinate with multiple trades and contractors to ensure efficient workflow and minimize delays Conduct regular site inspections and identify potential safety hazards or compliance issues Analyze construction methodologies and recommend improvements for efficiency and cost-effectiveness Manage communication between the project team, contractors, and stakeholders Monitor and track project progress against timelines and budgets Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) protocols and local regulations Resolve on-site technical issues and implement corrective actions promptly Maintain organized records of all site activities, materials, and equipment Participate in project meetings and provide technical input on enabling works progress Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred Minimum of 20 years of experience in building engineering, with a focus on managing large-scale projects Strong knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and construction documents Experience with enabling works, site preparation, and temporary works execution Solid understanding of construction methodologies and best practices Excellent organizational and time management skills Experience working on projects in the Middle East region Additional Information At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. About AECOM