Resident Engineer - ITS Infrastructure (Civil, Electrical, Communications)

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Job Description:

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Resident Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to manage the construction supervision of Traffic Monitoring and Information Collection System.

This project contractor's scope shall include the procurement, execution, completion, integration, and testing of local infrastructure works, including civil, electrical, and communications networks and all associated works, and for ensuring their full integration with the Central ITS Management System.

The Resident Engineer will oversee daily construction operations, ensuring project is completed on time, within budget, and meets quality and safety standards, manage resources, coordinate with contractors & stakeholders, and ensure project success from start to finish.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Overseeing the daily activities and progress of construction to ensure successful execution.

• Managing and directing project teams, including Specialists, Engineers, Inspectors of Works, and Quantity Surveyors.

• Ensuring that all construction activities are completed safely, on time, and within budget while adhering to the quality standards.

• Coordinating and collaborating with contractors and other construction teams to ensure smooth project execution.

• Reviewing and approving technical submittals, shop drawings, and other documentation.

• Managing Health & Safety and Environmental Protection standards during the construction.

• Handling project-related issues, mitigating risks, and providing proactive solutions to problems that may arise during construction.

• Monitoring and managing technical and financial proposals, as well as evaluating constructability and deployment of technology on-site.

• Ensuring effective communication among the project team and external stakeholders.

• Coordinate with Client/PMC, the Contractor and related concerned authorities.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university.

• Minimum of 10 years post-graduate experience, with at least 7 years in a managerial or technical lead role in large-scale infrastructure projects in the UAE.

• Demonstrated experience in handling technical and financial proposals, evaluating constructability, technology deployment, and solving technical challenges during construction.

• Prior hands-on experience with ITS systems, including their design, configuration, integration, and successful deployment/commissioning on similar infrastructure projects.

• Experience in managing Health & Safety and Environmental Protection aspects of deep underground structures and similar large-scale projects.

• Proven experience in managing construction projects.

• Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with other construction projects in the vicinity and consult with statutory bodies for acquiring consents and licenses.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, with excellent technical writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. Arabic language skills is an advantage.

• Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate a team of engineers and technical staff.

• Proactive problem-solving ability and capacity to manage work across multiple areas on-site.

• Computer skills are mandatory, with proficiency in relevant software tools for project management and construction tasks.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Strong understanding of project risk management, with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks.

• Knowledge of local regulations (Dubai/ UAE) and the ability to navigate permitting processes.

• Experience working on fast-track projects and managing complex, high-pressure timelines.

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing project requirements and provide innovative solutions in a timely manner.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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