Civil Project Engineer

The Civil Project Engineer is responsible for planning, managing, and executing civil construction projects. The role ensures that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The Civil Project Engineer liaises with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure smooth 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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• Prepare project schedules, work plans, and resource allocation in coordination with project managers.

• Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment with project objectives.

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.

• Supervise day-to-day construction activities on site, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.

• Monitor work progress, identify potential delays, and propose corrective actions.

• Ensure proper utilization of materials, equipment, and labor in line with project requirements.

• Conduct inspections and ensure that construction work meets design and quality standards.

• Enforce adherence to safety regulations, labor laws, and internal company policies.

• Coordinate testing of materials and civil works to ensure compliance with standards.

• Maintain accurate project records, daily site reports, progress updates, and issue logs.

• Prepare periodic reports on project status, cost, and schedule for management review.

• Support internal and external audits by providing project documentation.

• Provide engineering support to resolve technical challenges during construction.

• Review contractor submittals and shop drawings for technical compliance.

• Recommend value engineering solutions to optimize project costs and timelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil construction projects.

• Minimum 6-10 years of experience in civil construction projects.

• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project management, and quality control.

• Experience with large-scale infrastructure, commercial, or residential projects is preferred.

• Civil Engineering & Construction Management

• Project Planning & Scheduling

• Quality Control & Compliance

• Site Supervision & Technical Coordination

• Documentation & Reporting

• Problem Solving & Value Engineering

• 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