Resident Engineer - Infrastructure
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Resident Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to In this role you will get to plan, schedule, supervise, and exercise administrative authority over all field of engineering work.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Act as the Engineer with delegated authority and be directly responsible to the Employer during construction.
- Communicate directly with the Contractor.
- Observe and inspect the Contractor’s construction activities.
- Issue orders to correct non-compliant activities, work, materials, and equipment.
- Direct, assist, and monitor the construction supervision team, including site engineers, work inspectors, and surveyors.
- Provide assistance and advice to the Employer regarding variations, adjustments, and financial matters.
- Provide recommendations to the Employer for Contractor payments, claims, and variation orders.
- Advise on contractual and construction matters related to roadworks, utility diversions, traffic diversions, road furniture, and related works.
- Supervise, review, monitor, and report on progress of roadworks and associated works.
- Coordinate with design Engineers, Contractor, Client/PMC, and concerned Authorities.
- Ensure safety goals are achieved and oversee implementation of safety procedures.
- Submit reports on accidents or near misses and review Contractor’s HSE reports.
- Participate in health and safety issues and comply with safety, health, and risk management requirements.
- Convene and chair regular site meetings.
- Ensure prompt exchange of correspondence and approvals.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of records.
- Report back to SRE/CM or Project Manager as necessary.
- Participate in contract administration.
- Perform other responsibilities as appropriate.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
BSc (Preferably MSc) Degree in Engineering
Minimum of 15 years engineering experience infrastructure works particularly in roads and utilities.
Demonstrable experience in all aspects of supervision on major road and general infrastructure projects preferably in the Gulf region.
Chartered Engineer or Professional Engineer (PE) registration or other similar professional organizations preferred.
Arabic speaker.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Emphasis on Quality Assurance Specifications and Statistical Quality Control.
Have a sound knowledge about contractual relationships.
Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc. and any project specific engineering and construction relevant softwar
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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS
Financial Wellness
We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.
Work Life Harmony
Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.
Career Development
We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.
Veteran Support
We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.
Mind & Body
At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.
Health
Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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