Resident Engineer (Waterfront Project), 15+ Years’ Experience

Resident Engineer (Waterfront Project), 15+ Years’ ExperienceRMJM is seeking to appoint a Resident Engineer for a Waterfront Project, to support the continued growth of our Abu Dhabi Studio.Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:Oversee daily on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols.Lead and direct site teams, including contractors, subcontractors, and laborers, to maintain workflow efficiency.Review design drawings and IFC documents, identifying discrepancies or potential issues early (strong detail-oriented skills required).Monitor progress against schedules, reporting delays or risks to project management with mitigation plans.Conduct inspections, snagging, and QA/QC checks, ensuring work aligns with approved materials and methodologies.Chair site coordination meetings, resolving technical clashes and ensuring stakeholder alignment.Enforce HSE regulations and uphold RMJM’s standards for excellence.Deliver the iconic waterfront project on time, within budget, and to RMJM’s exacting quality standards.Enforce 100% compliance with design specs, Abu Dhabi codes, and international best practices.Lead on-site decisively; resolve conflicts, preempt issues, and keep construction on critical path.Maintain a zero-incident site through relentless HSE leadership.Bridge all stakeholders; align contractors, clients, and designers to avoid delays.Drive innovation; propose value engineering solutions that save costs without compromising quality.Ensure flawless handover with complete documentation for operational success.Qualifications and Skills:Bachelor’s/Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering (Chartered status preferred).15+ years in resident engineering, including 5+ years in the UAE/GCC on infrastructure/waterfront projects (marinas, piers, utilities).Mastery of construction sequencing – Ability to optimize workflows under high pressure.Design-to-build expertise – Keen eye for spotting design flaws, constructability issues, and cost-saving opportunities.Leadership presence – Commands respect from workers to executives; fluent in English (Arabic advantageous).Working Conditions:On-site based (Abu Dhabi), Full-time, Monday to SaturdayWe thank all applicants for their interest. However, due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr