Civil Project Engineer

JOB PURPOSE

The Project Engineer (Civil) will plan, coordinate, and supervise civil engineering works on the Ghuwaifat Project, ensuring works progress in line with the project schedule and technical specifications. The role acts as a key point of coordination between subcontractors, consultants, and project management to ensure successful delivery of civil scope.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise day-to-day civil engineering works on site in line with the approved construction schedule.
• Monitor progress of civil works against the project programme and flag delays or resource constraints early.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Liaise with subcontractors and consultants to resolve technical and site coordination issues.
• Prepare and update daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for project management.
• Coordinate material and resource requirements with the procurement and site teams.
• Support the QA/QC team with inspections and ensure non-conformances are closed out promptly.
• Ensure civil works are carried out in compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Review and verify subcontractor work-done measurements in coordination with the QS team.
• Participate in technical and progress meetings and follow up on assigned action items.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in civil works execution on construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of civil construction methods, materials, and standards.
• Prior site-based experience on projects of similar scale is preferred.
• Experience in the UAE construction market is an advantage.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong planning, coordination, and site supervision skills.
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in MS Project/Primavera and MS Office applications.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple site activities concurrently.