Resident Engineer (Stormwater network/Micro Tunneling)

About the role

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About the role

Dubai, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Resident Engineer (Stormwater network / Micro Tunneling) to join our team! In this role you will get to perform and integrate the various engineering, scheduling, procurement, construction, and start-up aspects of a medium to large -size project.

What You'll be Doing

• Lead and supervise all site construction activities related to stormwater drainage and micro tunneling works.
• Ensure construction is executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards.
• Monitor micro tunneling operations, shaft construction, pipe jacking activities, road crossings, dewatering, and associated civil works.
• Review and approve method statements, inspection and test plans (ITPs), shop drawings, and material submittals.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, utility authorities, and government agencies.
• Monitor project progress against the approved schedule and recommend corrective actions where required.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE regulations, risk assessments, and permit-to-work requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and compliance with project specifications.
• Review contractor progress reports, daily reports, and monthly progress updates.
• Identify technical issues and provide practical engineering solutions to minimize delays.
• Witness inspections, testing, and commissioning activities related to stormwater systems.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), site instructions (SIs), requests for information (RFIs), and technical queries.
• Review and verify interim payment applications, variations, and claims related to site works.
• Chair and participate in progress meetings, technical coordination meetings, and client meetings.
• Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of project records.
• Support project completion activities, including testing, commissioning, handover, and close-out documentation.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 15+ years experience in construction and supervision of Stormwater network and micro tunneling projects.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Resident Engineer on major stormwater or drainage projects.
• Extensive experience in micro tunneling, pipe jacking, trenchless technology, deep shafts, utility crossings, and large-diameter pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and construction administration.
• Experience working on projects in the UAE, preferably Dubai.
• Familiarity with Dubai Municipality, RTA, DEWA, and other relevant authority requirements is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management software.
• Broad general engineering background, and irrigation project engineering experience is required
• Must have full and complete knowledge of existing infrastructure Networks in the Emirates of Dubai.
• Familiarity with CAD and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering and construction, and the proven ability for performing in a supervisory capacity on a project.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English is required.
• Proven leadership capability to lead a senior role.
• Commitment to quality and safe work practices.

Additional information

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