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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Overview
The Resident Engineer – MEP will oversee all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) works on a metro/rail project, ensuring execution aligns with project specifications, safety standards, quality requirements, and timelines. The role involves managing contractors, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with local regulations and international standards.
Your role
Project Management & Supervision
- Act as the primary site representative for all MEP-related works.
- Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of MEP systems including HVAC, power supply, lighting, fire protection, plumbing, and ELV systems.
- Ensure works are executed in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
- Monitor progress and provide timely reports on performance, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Design & Technical Oversight
- Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals.
- Ensure integration of MEP systems with civil, structural, and rail systems.
- Resolve technical issues and provide engineering guidance to the project team.
- Ensure compliance with international standards (e.g., NFPA, IEC, ASHRAE) and UAE authority requirements.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with client, consultants, contractors, and government authorities (e.g., RTA, DEWA, Civil Defence).
- Participate in project meetings, progress reviews, and coordination workshops.
- Ensure alignment between design, construction, and operations teams.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures and project quality plans.
- Conduct inspections and audits to verify quality of MEP installations.
- Ensure compliance with HSE policies and site safety regulations.
Testing & Commissioning
- Oversee testing and commissioning of all MEP systems.
- Ensure system performance meets operational requirements for metro infrastructure.
- Coordinate handover, documentation, and authority approvals.
Contract Administration
- Review contractor progress, variation orders, and claims related to MEP works.
- Verify invoices and certify completed works.
- Ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled by all parties.
Location
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-155840
Salary range
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About you
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
Experience
- Minimum 20 years of experience, At least 8-10 years in metro/rail or large infrastructure projects.
- Prior experience in the UAE or GCC mandatory.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of rail MEP systems (tunnels, stations, depots).
- Familiarity with HVAC (tunnel ventilation), traction power, SCADA, fire/life safety systems.
- Knowledge of UAE authority requirements (DEWA, RTA, Civil Defence).
Certifications (Preferred)
- PMP or equivalent project management certification.
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
Watch this short film and imagine what you could achieve here, too.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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