Site Engineer – Marine & Ports Projects

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Site Engineer to support the EPC execution of marine and coastal construction projects across the UAE. The role involves supervising daily site activities, coordinating subcontractors and resources, and ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety, quality and productivity standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily marine construction activities and site workforce.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements and project requirements.
• Coordinate construction activities with subcontractors, suppliers, survey teams and marine plant operations.
• Monitor productivity, progress and resource utilisation against project schedules.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues affecting project execution.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with quality requirements and ITPs.
• Prepare progress reports, daily site records and work completion documentation.
• Coordinate material requirements and verify availability for planned activities.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, company procedures and client requirements.
• Support project planning, commissioning, testing and hand‑over activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of site engineering experience within marine construction, infrastructure or EPC projects.
• Previous experience on UAE projects, preferably with Abu Dhabi Ports (AD Ports Group) infrastructure.
• Familiarity with international construction standards and HSE requirements.
• Valid UAE driving licence (preferred).

Required skills

• Marine construction techniques and equipment.
• Civil engineering principles applied to ports, quay walls, jetties and breakwaters.
• EPC project execution and coordination.
• Compliance with construction standards and HSE regulations.