Site Engineer - Villa Compounds

About the role

Nova International General Contracting, a UAE-based general contractor specializing in branded residences, is looking for a Site Engineer to join its team in Abu Dhabi. The role covers day-to-day site supervision, coordination and quality control on building and villa compound projects, keeping work in line with approved drawings, specifications, schedules and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily site activities so that works follow approved drawings and specifications
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams for smooth execution
• Monitor progress and report daily site activities to the Project Engineer / Project Manager
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, HSE requirements and local authority regulations
• Support short-term planning, sequencing and look-ahead schedules
• Identify and report technical issues or deviations and help resolve them
• Assist with inspections, snagging and handover
• Maintain accurate site records, daily logs and reports

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• 5-8 years of experience in construction projects in the buildings sector and villa compounds
• Proven UAE project experience; Abu Dhabi exposure preferred
• Experience in buildings projects and villa compounds is required
• Abu Dhabi Municipality certification is an advantage

The role suits someone who enjoys a high-pressure, project-driven environment with long hours and clear delivery expectations, and who can operate with some ambiguity while staying disciplined. The position involves senior-level responsibility at project level, close interaction with leadership and the chance to help shape how project controls are embedded in a growing contracting organization.