About the Role
The company is seeking an experienced Utilities Engineer for a major Roads and Bridges project located in Dubai. The Utilities Engineer will be a key member of the company’s construction supervision team for RTA projects in Dubai, focusing on the supervision, coordination, and quality control of wet and dry utilities works. This role involves ensuring that all utility works comply with RTA standards, project specifications, and authority requirements, while maintaining strict safety and quality control on-site. The Utilities Engineer will coordinate closely with contractors, utility authorities, and the project team to ensure timely and compliant execution of works.
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Roles and Responsibility
- Coordinate utility protection, diversion, and reinstatement works within RTA road corridors.
- Ensure compliance with RTA utility corridor layouts, depth clearances, and reinstatement standards.
- Interface with traffic management and staging plans to maintain safe utility works near live roads.
- Support RTA inspections and audits related to MEP and utility installation.
- Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, and technical proposals related to MEP and utility services in compliance with project specifications and authority requirements.
- Ensure all MEP and utility installations are executed in accordance with approved IFC drawings, RTA standards, and local authority regulations (DEWA, Etisalat, DU, Dubai Municipality, etc.).
- Coordinate with utility authorities for NOCs, service diversions, connections, shutdowns, and inspections.
- Manage interface coordination between utilities, civil, structural, roadworks, and traffic diversion works to avoid clashes and delays.
- Monitor contractor performance to ensure quality, safety, and progress targets are met.
- Conduct site inspections, issue site instructions, NCRs, and observations, and ensure timely corrective actions.
- Verify testing and commissioning activities for MEP systems, including pressure testing, flushing, energization, and final authority approvals.
- Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, particularly during live utility works, trenching, and tie-in activities.
- Review and certify utility-related WIRs, test results, and inspection records prior to approvals.
- Track long-lead MEP items, authority approvals, and material deliveries to mitigate schedule risks.
- Attend progress, technical, and coordination meetings with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities.
- Review and validate as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and handover documentation for utilities and MEP systems.
- Support project close-out by ensuring final utility connections, authority clearances, and completion certificates are obtained.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and inspectors.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Valid UAE Society of Engineers membership preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in utility works for major infrastructure projects.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Dubai, with proven track record in RTA projects.
- Previous RTA Approval is advantageous.
- Prior experience in coordinating with multiple authorities (RTA, DEWA, Etisalat, DU, DM, etc.).
Additional Information
At the company, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at a company office location as a condition of employment.
Benefits
The company is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. These may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
- Paid time off and leave of absences
- Voluntary benefits and perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources and employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
Work Location
- On-Site
- Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower - Site
What Makes the Company a Great Place to Work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
