Resident Engineer (Civil)

Reporting to: Head - Port Development & Engineering Location: Ash Shuwaymiyyah (site-based) Contract Type: Fixed-term contract 3 years Role Objective: The primary responsibility of this role is supervising and monitoring Marine and Landside civil works, including Breakwater, Dredging, Jetty, Yard, Roads, Buildings, etc., during the Engineering and Construction phase as per the defined schedule, targets and milestones, and ensuring that all works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, quality standards and safety requirements. Duties and Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: Design & Work Method Statement Review construction drawings and coordinate with the consultant, contractors, and other project stakeholders for approval. Execution Supervision Inspect materials, workmanship, and completed works to ensure compliance with project specifications. Participate in site inspections and meetings and provide regular progress reports to management. Assist in resolving technical issues arising during construction. Quantity & RAB Certification Verify quantities and measurements of completed works for contractor billing and certification. Maintain proper records of site inspections, measurements and test reports. Ensure proper handover, as-built documentation, and completion of civil works for subsequent activities. Core Responsibilities: Engineering & Design Coordination Review GFC drawings, construction drawings, specifications, design calculations, and technical documents. Coordinate with PMC / Contractor s design consultants for design clarifications and construction-related issues. Review and monitor technical submittals, method statements, ITPs, shop drawings, material approvals, and RFIs. Ensure engineering interfaces between Marine & Civil contractors and Material Handling contractors. Overall Civil & Marine Construction Management Lead and manage all civil and marine construction activities at the project site. Establish site execution strategies, construction methodologies, sequencing, and priorities. Interface Management Coordinate multiple contractors and subcontractors working simultaneously at the project site. Carry out site supervision for all Civil & Marine activities: o Jetties Foundation and Superstructure o Piling and pile-supported structures o Breakwaters and revetments o Approach trestles and access bridges o Marine decks and platforms o Yard development o Buildings, Roads, Drainage and utility infrastructure Identify critical activities, bottlenecks, delays, and interface issues and initiate corrective actions. Daily, Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports. Planning & Progress Monitoring Work closely with the Planning team to establish construction schedules and milestones. Monitor actual progress against planned progress and identify slippages. Develop recovery plans for delayed or critical activities. Monitor contractor productivity and resource deployment. Quality & Safety Ensure strict compliance with project HSE requirements and statutory regulations. Ensure appropriate risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work systems are implemented. Stop unsafe activities where necessary and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Other Core Responsibilities Ensure that the quality, health, safety and environment related requirements as applicable to performing the role are met at all times. Adhere to organizational policies and procedures at all times as applicable to performing the role. Compliance to QHSE procedures and familiarity with HS Risk, Environment Aspect Impact & Legal Registers. Ensure construction activities comply with applicable environmental and marine regulations. WORK ENVIRONMENT: - This position is site-based at Ash Shuwaymiyyah, working in an active marine and landside construction environment Education: Diploma / Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering. Recognized Project Management certification (PMP, IPMA or equivalent) preferred. Experience: Minimum 10+ years of experience in Civil / Marine related infrastructure. Greenfield Port related infrastructure project development experience, including Breakwater, Material Handling System, Berth & Yard development. Greenfield Port experience will be an added advantage. GCC experience preferred. Special Skills & Knowledge: Technical skills: o Jetty Construction o Marine Piling Works o RCC and Structural Concrete o Breakwater o Dredging o Marine Construction o Safety