AECOM · Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi · Ref: 30092624
Website AECOM
Employer posting date: 28 Sep 2026
Job details
Job overview
AECOM is recruiting a Assistant Resident Engineer – Wet Utilities in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The active official vacancy, reference J10159896, supports construction, infrastructure, engineering or site-delivery work within Engineering.
Role purpose: We are looking for an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer – Wet Utilities to join our infrastructure project team in Abu Dhabi.
Delivery scope: The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in wet utilities and infrastructure construction, with strong experience in stormwater works .; Supervise and monitor the construction of wet utility infrastructure works, including potable water, irrigation, sewerage, stormwater drainage, and associated networks .; Ensure construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and project requirements.; Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, RFIs, inspection requests, and other technical documents.; Monitor site progress, quality, workmanship, and compliance with project requirements.; Coordinate with the Contractor, Authorities, stakeholders, and other disciplines to resolve technical and construction-related issues.; Monitor inspection, testing, and commissioning of wet utility networks and ensure the required approvals are obtained.; Review construction activities and technical issues related to stormwater drainage systems and associated infrastructure .; Identify potential construction risks, technical issues, and delays and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.; Coordinate interfaces between wet utilities and other infrastructure works, including roads, structures, electrical, telecom, and other services.
Candidate profile: We are looking for an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer – Wet Utilities to join our infrastructure project team in Abu Dhabi.; The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in wet utilities and infrastructure construction, with strong experience in stormwater works .; Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.; Relevant experience in wet utilities and infrastructure construction, with strong experience in stormwater works .; Good knowledge of wet utility systems, including stormwater, sewerage, potable water, and irrigation networks .; Experience in construction supervision, inspection, quality control, and coordination with contractors.; UAE infrastructure and Authority experience is preferred.; Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.; Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team and manage multiple site activities;
Workplace and engagement: Full Time, onsite, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Salary, closing date and visa sponsorship are not disclosed by the employer.

Responsibilities
- The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in wet utilities and infrastructure construction, with strong experience in stormwater works .
- Supervise and monitor the construction of wet utility infrastructure works, including potable water, irrigation, sewerage, stormwater drainage, and associated networks .
- Ensure construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and project requirements.
- Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, RFIs, inspection requests, and other technical documents.
- Monitor site progress, quality, workmanship, and compliance with project requirements.
- Coordinate with the Contractor, Authorities, stakeholders, and other disciplines to resolve technical and construction-related issues.
- Monitor inspection, testing, and commissioning of wet utility networks and ensure the required approvals are obtained.
- Review construction activities and technical issues related to stormwater drainage systems and associated infrastructure .
- Identify potential construction risks, technical issues, and delays and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.
- Coordinate interfaces between wet utilities and other infrastructure works, including roads, structures, electrical, telecom, and other services.
Requirements
- We are looking for an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer – Wet Utilities to join our infrastructure project team in Abu Dhabi.
- The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in wet utilities and infrastructure construction, with strong experience in stormwater works .
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Relevant experience in wet utilities and infrastructure construction, with strong experience in stormwater works .
- Good knowledge of wet utility systems, including stormwater, sewerage, potable water, and irrigation networks .
- Experience in construction supervision, inspection, quality control, and coordination with contractors.
- UAE infrastructure and Authority experience is preferred.
- Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team and manage multiple site activities

Skills
- Civil engineering
- Electrical inspection
- Quality assurance
- Health and safety
- Document control
- Contract management
- Stakeholder management
- Site inspection
Salary and benefits
- AECOM states that benefits depend on employment status and may include health and insurance coverage, paid time off, leave programmes, well-being resources, travel insurance, recognition awards, retirement savings and an employee stock purchase plan.
About AECOM
Work with Us. Change the World. ; At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.; There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists.

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