Traffic Safety Engineer – Site Supervision

About the role

AECOM is recruiting a Traffic Safety Site Engineer in Dubai for a major rail project. The engineer plans, implements, monitors and maintains traffic management and safety measures during construction and operation preparation, ensuring the safe movement of construction personnel, the public, project vehicles and road users while complying with local regulations, project requirements, international standards and best safety practices. The role works closely with construction teams, railway contractors, local authorities, traffic police and safety departments, and involves acting independently on technical matters with minimal supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, review and implement Construction Traffic Management Plans (CTMPs)
• Review and approve traffic diversion schemes, detour plans and temporary traffic control layouts produced by the Contractor
• Assist in coordinating road closures, lane reductions and traffic switchovers with relevant authorities
• Ensure traffic measures support safe construction while minimising public inconvenience
• Review traffic impact assessments for construction affecting existing road networks
• Carry out traffic-related risk assessments and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA)
• Implement mitigation measures for hazards near live traffic and rail corridors
• Ensure compliance with local traffic regulations, railway safety requirements, project HSE standards and international practices
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions where required

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in traffic engineering, road safety or construction traffic management
• Dubai work experience preferred; previous GCC or international rail project experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation/Traffic Engineering or a related discipline (Master's a plus); professional engineering registration often preferred
• Proven experience managing health, safety and environmental aspects of large construction projects, preferably in the rail sector

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of traffic safety regulations and industry best practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including risk assessment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping

Benefits mentioned depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, paid time off, flexible work options, well-being resources, an employee assistance program, business travel insurance, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan. New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.