Job Description

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Resident Engineer (Landscaping/Infra)

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Resident Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to p lan, schedule, supervise, and exercise administrative authority over all field of engineering work in the project

What You'll Be Doing:

• Act as, and fulfil the duties of, the Engineer with regards to assigned duties and delegated authority and be directly responsible to the Employer during the construction of the Works.
• Communicate directly with the Contractor.
• Observe and inspect the Contractor's construction activities.
• Issue orders/direction to the Contractor to correct any activities, work, materials and/or equipment which are not in compliance with the Contract.
• Direct, assist and monitor the performance of the construction supervision team working on the construction of the roadworks and associated works including the site engineers, the work inspectors and the surveyors.
• Provide assistance, information and advice to the Employer regarding the issuance of variations and adjustments to the settlement of the Contractor's accounts.
• Provide assistance, information and advice to the Employer regarding the issuance of instructions involving financial matters.
• Provide recommendations to the Employer for Contractor payments.
• Provide recommendations to the Employer for claims and variation orders.
• Advise on contractual and construction matters regarding roadworks and associated works, utility diversions and installations, traffic diversions, road furniture and other related works.
• Keep pertinent and proper site records.
• Review all fabrication/shop/working/as-built drawings, design proposals, method statements, material submissions, any requests for information relating to the roadworks and associated works.
• Maintain the Resident Engineers' daily diary and daily diaries and reports by his subordinates.
• Generally supervise, review, monitor and report on progress of the roadworks and associated works.
• Prepare progress reports as applicable.
• Check and measure the performed work and record/report on actual vs. planned progress.
• Coordinate with Parsons' design Engineers for resolution of related issues.
• Coordinate with the Contractor on scheduling and application of resources.
• Coordinate with Client/PMC, the Contractor and related concerned Authorities.
• Ensure safety goals are achieved on the project and oversee implementation of safety procedures on the project.
• Liaise with all parties for site safety and quality of works.
• Submit reports to the Employer on any accidents or near misses that take place on site.
• Review the Contractors' HSE reports.
• Act positively and participate in all health and safety issues at site.
• Comply with safety, health and risk management requirements.
• Convene and chair regular site meetings.
• Issue additional drawings etc. as required in coordination with the design office.
• Ensure prompt exchange of correspondence and approvals.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of records.
• Report back as necessary to SRE/CM or Project Manager.
• Participate in contract administration.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) from a recognized institution
• Minimum 18 years of experience in construction of infrastructure, landscape and road works
• Demonstrable experience in all aspects of supervision on major road and general infrastructure and landscaping projects preferably in the Gulf region.
• Chartered Engineer or Professional Engineer (PE) registration or other similar professional organizations preferred.
• Emphasis on Quality Assurance Specifications and Statistical Quality Control.
• Have a sound knowledge about contractual relationships.
• Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc. and any project specific engineering and construction relevant software.
• Registered as practicing engineer with ADM or having equivalency certificate from ministry of education.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Requires a comprehensive knowledge of engineering and construction related processes, as well as industry practices.
• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, a 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

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.