Resident Engineer

Job Description

AtkinsRéalis looking for Resident Engineer (Site Operations), in UAE .

About AtkinsRéalis  

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.  News and information are available at http://www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on  LinkedIn.

Job Title: Site Operations - Resident Engineer

Location: UAE

Company: AtkinsRéalis

Job Description: AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer for a high-profile Design & Build (D&B) infrastructure project in the UAE, focusing on bridge construction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bridge design, management, and site operations. The Resident Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the contractor's progress on-site, ensuring design compliance, coordinating with the design team, and managing site activities in alignment with client expectations. This role demands a dynamic, assertive leader capable of managing a challenging contractor environment, with a deep understanding of local regulations and authorities' requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Resident Engineer on-site, providing technical leadership and ensuring all aspects of the project are completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Oversee the contractor's bridge design team to ensure timely progress, quality, and alignment with project requirements.
• Coordinate closely with AtkinsRéalis internal design team to ensure designs are accurately implemented and address any design-related issues on-site.
• Monitor and supervise all construction activities related to the bridge and infrastructure work, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Ensure that all work complies with local regulations, standards, and the requirements set forth by AD authorities.
• Manage daily site operations, ensuring project milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Develop, review, and maintain comprehensive site documentation, including progress reports, quality control documentation, and safety records.
• Enforce strict quality assurance and control measures to maintain the highest standards of construction on-site.
• Manage site safety protocols, ensuring that all safety measures are observed and reporting any safety concerns promptly.
• Provide regular updates to the client (Aldar) and project stakeholders on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Proactively identify and resolve potential problems or delays, providing technical solutions and corrective actions as needed.
• Manage the flow of information between the contractor, client, and design teams, ensuring all parties are well-informed.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• A minimum of 20 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on bridge design and construction.
• Significant experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly bridges, with an emphasis on Design & Build (D&B) delivery.
• Proven experience as a Resident Engineer, with a strong track record of overseeing site operations and managing contractors.
• Solid understanding of bridge design processes, construction methodologies, and site management.
• Experience in managing and coordinating the contractor’s design team, ensuring progress and quality of deliverables.
• Familiarity with local regulations and requirements from AD authorities (Abu Dhabi).
• Strong background in construction site supervision, risk management, quality control, and safety compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage challenging contractor relationships effectively.
• Must have worked on bridge projects.

Desired Skills & Attributes:

• Dynamic and assertive personality, able to manage difficult contractor relationships while maintaining professionalism and project focus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make informed decisions under pressure.
• Highly proficient in technical site management, ensuring all works are compliant with the highest engineering standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders at all levels of the project.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

Thrive with us. When you join us, your wellbeing, health and safety become our top priority.

Engineering the future with digital. From design and engineering to project management, digital is fundamental to our way of working.

Champion lasting change. We build sustainability into everything we do.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary
• 26 working days annual leave (6 day work week)
• Medical and life insurance cover.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin.
• Employee Wellbeing Programme

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect.

Worker Type

Job Type

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.