Resident Engineer (Marine Works)

Job description / Role

My client a leading mixed disciplinary consultancy is seeking a Resident Engineer with 12+ years of experience to oversee a Marine and Mangrove restoration project in Dubai.

Responsibilities:

* Act as the Engineer's Representative, supervising and coordinating construction works.
* Manage the construction team and oversee quality and financial control.
* Liaise with contractors and handle change procedures.
* Monitor progress, delays, and report to PMC and PWA.
* Provide claims analysis and participate in contract close-out.
* Coordinate construction and design issues, chair progress meetings, and ensure safety and HSE compliance.
* Communicate with stakeholders.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
* Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with at least 10 years in a leadership role.
* Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects from inception to completion, with broad and thorough knowledge of different FIDIC Contract editions.
* Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
* Demonstrated leadership capabilities with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong client management skills, with a focus on building and maintaining relationships.
* Ability to understand client needs and deliver projects that meet their expectations.
* UAE experience is a must.
* Experience in marine works, artificial islands, beaches, and reclamation is a must.
* Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
* Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with at least 10 years in a leadership role.
* Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects from inception to completion, with broad and thorough knowledge of different FIDIC Contract editions.
* Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
* Demonstrated leadership capabilities with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong client management skills, with a focus on building and maintaining relationships.
* Ability to understand client needs and deliver projects that meet their expectations.
* UAE experience is a must.
* Experience in marine works, artificial islands, beaches, and reclamation is a must.
* Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

About the Company

Blake Anderson is a boutique consultancy based in the UK, with a satellite office in Dubai. Specialising in Technical and Construction Recruitment, Blake Anderson provides a superior service to clients and candidates within the construction and technical sectors.

We concentrate on placing professionals throughout the world, focusing mainly on the Middle East and Asia, drawing on both the global and local markets for highly qualified professionals. In order to attract the best talent, we invest in various high-end advertising mediums.

With a database of 1,000's of candidates, our experienced consultants have a wealth of recruitment knowledge and have a consultative approach at all times, ensuring a second to none service.