Assistant Resident Engineer - Civil & Wet Utilities

Job Description

We're looking for an **Assistant Resident Engineer – Civil & Wet Utilities** to join our dynamic infrastructure project team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal role, you'll work alongside the Resident Engineer to supervise and monitor civil and wet utilities construction works, ensuring full compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project quality standards. 

• Supervise and monitor civil and wet utilities construction activities in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project requirements
• Oversee wet utilities works, including stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, and irrigation networks, ensuring quality and compliance
• Supervise pipeline installation, manholes, catch basins, chambers, valves, fittings, and associated structures with meticulous attention to detail
• Monitor civil works, including excavation, earthworks, backfilling, compaction, concrete works, and reinstatement activities
• Review and analyze Contractor submissions, including shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Review and verify Inspection Requests (IRs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and relevant quality documentation with analytical rigor
• Monitor construction progress against approved programs and specifications, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions
• Coordinate collaboratively with the Contractor, Inspectors, Surveyors, utility authorities, and other project disciplines to resolve technical and site issues
• Monitor pipeline testing, leakage testing, CCTV inspections, and other required testing and commissioning activities
• Identify defective or non-conforming works and follow up on corrective actions with transparency and professionalism
• Ensure proper coordination between wet utilities, roads, earthworks, and other infrastructure networks to maintain project integration
• Prepare comprehensive site reports, track outstanding works, and support progress meetings with organized documentation
• Assist the Resident Engineer in managing site activities, quality, safety, and construction interfaces
• Support final inspections, testing, handover, and closeout of completed works with meticulous attention to detail

Qualifications

**Required Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline with relevant experience in civil and wet utilities construction and site supervision
• Solid knowledge of stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, pipeline installation, and associated infrastructure works
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings, specifications, and quality control standards
• Excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills with proficiency in report writing, technical documentation, and basic HSE awareness
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and coordination skills.
• UAE experience on major infrastructure and bridge projects is preferred.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.