Civil Site Engineer

The Civil Site Engineer is responsible for supervising and coordinating on-site civil construction activities to ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, schedules, and quality standards. The role involves close coordination with project teams, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure timely, safe, and compliant project delivery.

Established more than 37 years ago, the United Al Saqer Group (UASG) is one of the leading multi-sector business groups in the United Arab Emirates. The UASG owns and operates a diverse yet complementary portfolio of six UAE-based companies encompassing a number of key industry sectors, which includes Abu Dhabi Motors, Dalma Motors, Al Saqer Heavy Equipment, Al Saqer Property Management, Awraq Islamic Financial Brokerage, Royal International Construction, and Royal Joinery.

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• Supervise daily civil construction activities including excavation, concreting, masonry, and finishing works.

• Ensure work execution is in accordance with approved drawings, method statements, and specifications.

• Allocate tasks to foremen and subcontractors and monitor work progress.

• Resolve technical issues and provide on-site engineering support.

• Ensure compliance with project quality standards, approved ITPs, and inspection requirements.

• Conduct site inspections and coordinate with consultants for approvals.

• Monitor workmanship quality and implement corrective actions where required.

• Maintain records of inspections, approvals, and test results.

• Coordinate with planning, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure material and manpower availability.

• Prepare daily site reports, progress updates, and work schedules.

• Coordinate with MEP teams to ensure proper interface between civil and MEP works.

• Support project milestones and deadlines.

• Ensure adherence to HSE policies and safe work practices on site.

• Identify potential safety hazards and implement preventive measures.

• Coordinate with HSE officers to maintain a safe working environment.

• Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

• Prepare and submit site reports, work completion records, and as-built information.

• Maintain updated drawings, material approvals, and site instructions.

• Support measurement and quantity verification for work done.

• Assist in project handover and snag closure activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in civil construction projects.

• Familiarity with local construction codes and standards

• Civil construction supervision

• Reading & interpretation of drawings

• Quality control & inspections

• Site planning & coordination

• Construction methods & materials

• Customer Focus - Understands customer challenges and takes initiative to resolve them effectively.

• Accountability and Ownership - Manages projects with minimal supervision and ensures quality results

• Agility and Adaptability - Manages change smoothly and supports others during transitions

• Collaboration & Influence - Builds networks across functions and resolves conflicts constructively

• Result Orientation - Sets clear goals and works proactively to achieve high performance