Civil Engineer

Role Overview

Civil Engineer at AL GHURAIR, based in Dubai, UAE. The role supports the execution of district cooling and infrastructure projects through civil construction supervision, authority coordination, and quality assurance.

Role Purpose

Support the successful execution of district cooling and infrastructure projects in line with project objectives, contractual requirements, and company standards. Ensure compliance with RTA, Dubai Municipality, utility authorities, consultants, and client requirements while coordinating civil construction activities to achieve project milestones, quality standards, and safety objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Civil Construction Supervision & Monitoring

• Supervise day-to-day civil construction activities related to district cooling and underground utility infrastructure projects.
• Monitor excavation, shoring, trenching, pipe laying, backfilling, compaction, road crossings, reinstatement, and associated civil works.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project requirements.
• Coordinate site activities with subcontractors, utility agencies, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor construction progress and report deviations, delays, and technical issues to the Project Manager.
• Verify work quantities and support preparation of progress measurements and reports.

Chilled Water Distribution Network Installation

• Supervise construction activities related to underground chilled water distribution networks.
• Monitor installation of pre-insulated chilled water pipes, fittings, valves, chambers, anchor blocks, thrust blocks, and associated civil works.
• Ensure proper execution of pipe bedding, surround materials, backfilling, and reinstatement activities.
• Coordinate hydrotesting, flushing, and pre-commissioning activities with project teams and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with district cooling authority requirements and project specifications.

Authority Permits & Approvals

• Coordinate activities related to RTA permits and approvals for works within Road Right of Way (ROW).
• Support preparation and submission of documents required for RTA NOCs, permits, and approvals.
• Attend RTA interviews and assessments required for Approval to Work in ROW.
• Liaise with RTA inspectors, consultants, and utility authorities during inspections and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with permit conditions, traffic management plans, and authority requirements during project execution.
• Coordinate with Dubai Municipality, DEWA, Etisalat, DU, and other utility authorities as required.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications, approved drawings, and quality standards.
• Participate in inspections, material approvals, and testing activities.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspection requests, material approvals, and work acceptance.
• Ensure closure of NCRs, observations, and quality-related issues.
• Verify as-built information and support preparation of project close-out documentation.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure compliance with company HSE procedures, client requirements, and authority regulations.
• Monitor safe excavation, trenching, lifting, confined space, and road work activities.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety inspections, and incident prevention initiatives.
• Support implementation of traffic management and work zone safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.

Schedule & Progress Management

• Monitor construction progress against approved schedules.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractor activities.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Track project milestones, work fronts, and construction productivity.
• Support project planning and recovery initiatives when required.

Documentation & Project Close-out

• Maintain site records, inspection reports, work permits, and construction documentation.
• Support preparation of as-built drawings and project handover documentation.
• Assist in obtaining authority clearances and project completion approvals.
• Support project close-out activities and final documentation submission.

People Management

• Coordinate and supervise site foremen, supervisors, subcontractors, and workforce assigned to project activities.
• Allocate daily work activities and monitor productivity.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and site personnel.
• Promote teamwork, communication, and compliance with project procedures.
• Ensure subcontractors adhere to project quality, safety, and schedule requirements.

Product & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve construction methods, productivity, and project execution efficiency.
• Support implementation of best practices in underground utility and district cooling construction.
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance safety, quality, and operational performance.
• Support digital reporting and project monitoring initiatives where applicable.

Project Planning & Resource Optimization

• Contribute to project planning, risk mitigation, and resource optimization initiatives.
• Support project teams in obtaining and maintaining authority approvals related to work within Road Right of Way (ROW) and utility corridors.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent.

Experience

• 4–6 years of experience in civil engineering and infrastructure construction projects.
• Proven experience in underground utility and infrastructure projects within the UAE.
• Experience in district cooling projects and underground chilled water pipe networks (highly preferred).
• Experience working on projects involving RTA permits, road crossings, and ROW requirements.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, utility authorities, and subcontractors.
• Familiarity with Dubai authority procedures and infrastructure standards.

Skills & Competencies

Technical & Certifications

• Willingness and eligibility to attend and obtain RTA ROW Approval (required).
• RTA Approval to Work in ROW (preferred).
• Previous RTA Approval to Work in ROW (preferred).
• NEBOSH / IOSH certification (preferred).
• Temporary Traffic Management Training (preferred).
• AutoCAD Training (preferred).
• Dubai Municipality approved engineer status (advantageous).