The Project Engineer is responsible for coordinating, supervising, and executing all technical and site-related activities for high-rise building projects from project initiation to final handover. This includes planning, site execution, quality control, cost monitoring, and coordination with consultants, subcontractors, authorities, and internal project teams.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning & Mobilization
Review IFC drawings, project specifications, BOQ, and contract documents.
Assist in developing project schedules, manpower loading, and resource allocation.
Coordinate with procurement for materials, equipment, and subcontractor finalization.
Plan and supervise site mobilization and setting out of the structure.
2. Execution & Site Coordination
Supervise and monitor construction works for structural, architectural, and MEP disciplines.
Ensure work is executed as per approved drawings, specifications, and Dubai Municipality standards.
Coordinate daily with site supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Resolve technical issues on-site in coordination with Consultants and Project Manager.
3. Quality & Safety Compliance
Implement QA/QC procedures for concrete works, finishing, facade, and MEP installations.
Coordinate inspections with consultants and ensure approval of MIRs and RFIs.
Ensure compliance with HSE policies and conduct toolbox talks with safety teams.
4. Progress Monitoring & Reporting
Track daily/weekly progress and ensure activities align with the master program.
Highlight delays or risks and propose recovery plans.
Prepare site reports, logs, and documentation for management and consultant review.
5. Coordination with Stakeholders
Liaise with Consultants, Client Representatives, Subcontractors, and Government Authorities (DM, DCD, DEWA, Etisalat, etc.).
Attend technical and progress meetings and ensure timely closure of action points.
6. Testing, Commissioning & Handover
Coordinate snagging, de-snagging, material reconciliation, and as-built documentation.
Assist in testing and commissioning of MEP systems and obtain completion certificates.
Support the Project Manager in final handover and close-out procedures.
Qualifications & Skills:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline).
5+ years of UAE experience in
high-rise building construction
from
foundation to handover
.
Strong knowledge of
Dubai Municipality codes, DCD, DEWA, and local authority procedures
.
Proficient in
AutoCAD, MS Office, and Project Planning tools (Primavera/MSP preferred)