Project Engineer – Real Estate Development (Arabic Speaker)

About this role

The Project Engineer represents the developer’s interests and provides technical oversight and coordination across multiple real estate development projects. The role reviews technical deliverables, coordinates design teams, consultants, and contractors, and ensures projects meet the developer’s vision, quality standards, timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.

What you will do

1. Technical Oversight and Review

• Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings against the developer’s requirements, design intent, and quality standards.
• Evaluate technical submittals, material specifications, and mock-ups.
• Provide technical input during design and pre-construction to improve feasibility and value.

2. Project Coordination

• Act as the developer’s representative with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors.
• Resolve discrepancies between design and site conditions.
• Monitor contractor progress against approved plans, schedules, and budgets.

3. Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain technical reports, design revisions, and regulatory submissions.
• Support permits and approvals by preparing technical documentation and liaising with authorities.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, zoning, environmental regulations, and green building standards (e.g., LEED, BREEAM).

4. Stakeholder Engagement

• Align design teams, consultants, and contractors with the developer’s vision and client expectations.
• Report technical updates and issues to the Projects Director, and support client and investor presentations.

5. Quality Assurance

• Oversee quality control so that contractor work meets developer standards.
• Review material samples, shop drawings, and equipment submittals.
• Identify quality issues early to avoid rework and delays.

6. Cost and Schedule

• Support budget monitoring so technical decisions stay within financial targets.
• Track technical milestones and recommend value engineering solutions.

7. Risk Management

• Identify technical risks such as design conflicts or regulatory issues, and propose solutions.
• Support sustainable practices and new technologies.
• Escalate complex issues to the Projects Director with clear recommendations.

What we are looking for

• Language (mandatory): Native or fluent Arabic speaker, with strong spoken and written Arabic. Professional English is also required.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 5 to 8 years as a Project Engineer or similar role, preferably with a real estate developer, main contractor, or consultancy in the Middle East, particularly Dubai.
  • Proven experience on high-rise, residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects from planning to handover.
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams across all project phases.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of construction processes and design management.
  • MS Project, Primavera, or Procore.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management.
  • Familiarity with local regulations, authority approvals, and green building standards.

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