Civil Engineer

Company Description

Riverhaus Signature Homes is a boutique home renovation company in Dubai, with over 30 years of experience in Construction.

We curate and elevate aged properties into architecturally refined, investment-grade residences that command distinction and deliver superior returns. Our vision is to uncover hidden potential—where prime location, market timing, and bespoke design intersect—and transform it through discerning acquisitions, sophisticated renovations, and impeccable execution.

Role Description

Riverhaus Signature Homes Construction LLC is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to supervise, manage, and execute all civil and structural aspects of assigned projects. The role requires a strong technical background, leadership in site coordination, and adherence to design standards, authority requirements, and project timelines.

The ideal candidate must hold a G+12 Municipality Approval (Consultant Category) and possess a minimum of 6 years of experience in an engineering consultancy environment within the UAE. Fluency in Arabic is preferred.

Key Responsibilities1. Technical & Site Supervision

• Act as the main technical advisor on-site for subcontractors, site engineers, and workers.
• Review, verify, and interpret drawings, plans, and quantities for accuracy.
• Ensure all materials and work performed comply with approved specifications, standards, and drawings.
• Set out, level, and survey the site in coordination with the project team.
• Oversee quality control, health, and safety compliance on-site.
• Monitor project progress to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly site progress reports.
• Identify and resolve technical issues in coordination with consultants and clients.

2. Project Management

• Support the Project Manager in preparing project schedules, BOQs, and progress reports.
• Supervise subcontractors and site teams to ensure timely completion of civil works.
• Participate in developing milestone schedules and short-term work programs.
• Monitor and control project costs, ensuring execution within approved budgets.
• Implement value engineering practices to optimize cost and performance.
• Review and approve civil works prior to consultant or client inspections.

3. Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and local authorities for project-related matters and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Dubai Municipality building codes, regulations, and by-laws.
• Attend coordination and progress meetings and report updates to management.
• Maintain clear communication with internal departments to align project execution strategies.

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation and reports related to project progress and performance.
• Contribute to management reports including dashboards, milestone updates, cost tracking, and risk assessments.
• Document lessons learned and best practices for continuous improvement.

5. PMO & Development Support

• Work closely with the PMO to ensure adherence to project governance, quality standards, and documentation requirements.
• Support procurement and contract management through technical evaluations of materials and suppliers.
• Assist in maintaining a qualified list of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Participate in project closeout activities and ensure final handover documentation is complete.
• Continuously develop professional skills through training and site experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• Valid G+12 Municipality Approval.
• Minimum 6 years of UAE experience in an Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of UAE building codes, standards, and authority procedures.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Primavera, MS Project, Power BI, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.