Civil Site Engineer

About the role

We are looking for a Civil Site Engineer to lead road construction activities in Abu Dhabi. The role involves supervising all on‑site works, ensuring they meet approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor road construction, earthworks, excavation, embankment, sub‑grade, road base and asphalt works.
• Coordinate daily activities with surveyors, subcontractors, operators, consultants and project management.
• Check levels, alignment, slopes and grades using approved survey data and drawings.
• Monitor construction of drainage systems, culverts, kerbs, footpaths, utility crossings and other road structures.
• Conduct and coordinate field tests such as soil compaction, density, concrete, aggregate and asphalt testing.
• Prepare daily progress reports, inspection requests, work permits, checklists and site records.
• Measure completed works, assist with quantity calculations, BOQ verification and subcontractor measurements.
• Work with the QA/QC team to close NCRs and maintain quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, traffic management and site safety procedures.
• Monitor manpower, equipment and material productivity to meet project targets.
• Review drawings, identify discrepancies and support preparation of as‑built drawings and handover documents.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in civil infrastructure and road construction.
• Valid UAE driving licence.
• Strong knowledge of UAE construction standards, project specifications, QA/QC procedures and HSE requirements.
• Proven ability to supervise site activities, coordinate subcontractors and communicate with consultants and clients.

Required skills

• Road construction and pavement engineering.
• Earthworks and drainage system installation.
• Asphalt and concrete testing.
• Soil compaction and density testing.
• Survey data interpretation and alignment verification.
• Quantity take‑off, BOQ verification and subcontractor measurement.
• QA/QC procedures and NCR management.
• HSE compliance and site safety management.