Assistant Resident Engineer

Job description / Role

• To work seamlessly with the Project Resident Engineer to achieve goals.
• To manage and implement delegated aspects of the Quality / HSE management systems and control site supervision service including implementation of Site Operations Department goals for performance improvement and completion of project functions.
• To be constantly aware of all continuing operations on the site by means of regular site visits, inspections etc.
• Follow up mobilisation and de-mobilisation arrangements at site.
• Keep, monitor and follow up as necessary and complete records concerning the execution of the works as required to assess the contractor’s progress.
• Monitor the actions on site of the Contractor(s) against the project specification and drawings and immediately notify the client of any non-conformities.
• Direct the Site Inspectors (if appropriate) in their daily duties.
• Extend the maximum possible effort to avoid contractor(s) claims for cost and/ or delay.
• Review all submittals including contractor design drawings, shop drawings, materials and alternative proposals submitted by contractors.
• Liaison with and coordinate with all technical disciplines.
• Attend Site Technical Coordination Meetings to discuss Contractor(s) submissions, Shop Drawings and construction related matters.
• Attend Progress Meeting with the Client, Contractor(s), Project Manager (Employer Representative) to monitor the progress of work against the approved programme.
• Inspect the work done by the contractor(s) to ascertain that work is proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents and accepted practice.
• Prepare Drafts of any necessary correspondence required for proper administration of the contract.
• Preparation of Monthly Reports on the status of the project.
• Assess the contractor’s interim payment application by checking quantities of works carried out and coordinate with the client’s representative.
• Assist with the assessment, verification and approval of the contractor(s) “As-built” drawings, Operation and Maintenance manuals of the works handover to the Employer.
• Carry out of the final inspection for certification of final completion and handing over of the works.
• Ensure that safety measures on site are adequate.
• Assess and advise the contractor of any measures to be taken in order to protect the property and lives in and around the site.
• Review of the site progress and review of the contractor’s interim payment application.
• Monitor the progress of the work against the approved contractor programme of works and advise the Client of any issues.

Requirements

Preference shall be given to those fitting the following profile:
• Having a minimum of 10 year’s experience in a related field
• Having a minimum of 5 years consultancy experience
• A Degree holder, with a full time degree in a respective Field
• Conversant in English (written, spoken & presentation skills)
• Knowledge and exposure on High Rise / Tower Block projects
• Already resident in the UAE

About the Company

Engineering Consortium Consulting Engineers is an association of highly qualified and experienced industry experts, carefully selected from various disciplines of the engineering industry. Since its inception in 1998, Engineering Consortium Consulting Engineers has evolved into one of the leading engineering consultancy firms in the Middle East, providing innovative designs and supervision solutions for all types of engineering and architectural projects. We have earned the reputation of being one of the region's leading service providers, with a particular focus on:

• Architectural designs
• Civil and structural engineering
• Complete electrical and telecommunication designs
• Electrical and telecommunication designs
• Facilities management consultancy
• Plumbing and drainage designs
• Fire prevention and security designs
• Green/energy efficient HVAC designs

Engineering Consortium Consulting Engineers adopts environmentally responsible practices as a way of reducing the carbon footprint and any negative impact on the environment resulting from the construction process. Our goal is to live lightly on earth, protecting the planet's resources for future generations.