Section Engineer – Construction Projects

About the role

The Section Engineer will supervise, coordinate and control construction activities within assigned sections of a project in Dubai. This role ensures that all works are carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements and project schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Execute site works in line with approved drawings, specifications, construction programmes and method statements.
• Supervise and coordinate Site Engineers, General Foremen and subcontractors to deploy manpower, materials, plant and equipment effectively.
• Monitor daily site activities to meet productivity targets and planned sequences.
• Resolve technical and construction‑related issues promptly to avoid delays or rework.
• Coordinate with the Construction Manager and Planning team to align site activities with project schedules.
• Identify potential delays, constraints or interface issues and report trends with corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily progress reports, manpower logs and equipment deployment.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC procedures, inspection test plans and quality standards.
• Coordinate inspections, tests and approvals with QA/QC Engineers and monitor subcontractor work quality.
• Enforce site safety rules, method statements and risk assessments in collaboration with the Safety Officer.
• Manage material storage, handling and usage according to specifications and coordinate with procurement to avoid shortages.
• Participate in internal, consultant and client inspections and support sectional handover, snag clearance and final completion activities.

Required profile

Required skills