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Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with more than 90 years of experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that deliver positive impact and improve lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse and talented workforce. We believe people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We seek high-performing people with the right attitude and a positive mindset—people who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done, and acting with urgency. We value individuals who make a meaningful contribution to their teams and the broader community, think differently, and connect with others to co-create opportunities and leave a lasting legacy.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to support the delivery of major infrastructure works in Dubai, UAE. This role is suited to a seasoned site-based engineering professional with strong experience in bridge works, road infrastructure, and multidisciplinary coordination.

The successful candidate will bring proven Resident Engineer experience in Dubai, a strong understanding of local authority requirements, and the ability to lead site supervision activities across complex infrastructure projects. RTA approval is required for this role. This is a key appointment with a target start date of August 2026.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Supervision and Delivery
  • Act as the Resident Engineer overseeing day-to-day site supervision activities.
  • Monitor the execution of bridge works, roadworks, and associated infrastructure to ensure compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
  • Ensure construction activities are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
  • Review contractor methodologies, progress, and site performance.
  • Bridges and Infrastructure Oversight
  • Provide technical oversight of bridge-related construction activities, ensuring quality, compliance, and constructability.
  • Supervise interface coordination between bridges, roads, drainage, and utility works.
  • Identify and proactively resolve site-based engineering and construction issues.
  • Authority and Stakeholder Coordination
  • Liaise with RTA, contractors, clients, and other key stakeholders to ensure compliance with local regulations and project requirements.
  • Support approvals, inspections, and authority submissions as required.
  • Serve as the primary on-site point of coordination between the contractor, client, and project teams.
  • Quality, Compliance, and Reporting
  • Conduct regular inspections to verify compliance with design intent, specifications, and applicable standards.
  • Maintain robust quality assurance and quality control processes across site activities.
  • Prepare progress reports, highlight risks, and recommend corrective actions where required.
  • Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.


Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 10–15 years of relevant experience, with strong experience as a Resident Engineer in Dubai.
  • Demonstrated experience in the supervision and delivery of bridge projects; bridge experience is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of RTA standards, procedures, and approval requirements.
  • RTA approval is required for this role.
  • Proven ability to manage contractors, supervise site teams, and coordinate across multidisciplinary engineering interfaces.
  • Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in relevant engineering and reporting tools.


We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our roles based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.


Job Details

Role Level: Mid-Level Work Type: Full-Time
Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai
Company Website: https://www.zutari.com Job Function: Sales
Company Industry/
Sector:
Design Services

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