Assistant Resident Engineer (drainage/utilities)

Overview

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration - through conceptualization - to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we've led with vision, contributing to many of the world's most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you'll discover more than just a job - you'll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.

Responsibilities

Our newest opportunity is for a talented Assistant Resident Engineer (Drainage/Utilities) to join our team based in Doha, Qatar , supporting our drainage infrastructure projects and working on secondment to a major client.

This critical role will be responsible for supporting the Resident Engineer in leading the construction supervision team and ensuring that projects are delivered in accordance with the contract, programme, budget and required quality standards. You will oversee the work of Site Engineers, Inspectors, Surveyors and other construction supervision staff.

We envisage success in this role to include;

Providing leadership and technical direction to the construction supervision team and ensuring adequate site coverage of Contractor activities. Supervising and monitoring the execution of drainage, sewerage and associated infrastructure works in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and contractual requirements. Reviewing and implementing contract drawings, specifications, method statements and other technical submissions. Monitoring construction progress, quality and compliance and ensuring that works are delivered in accordance with the approved programme and project requirements. Coordinating the activities of Site Engineers, Inspectors, Surveyors and other disciplines involved in the construction supervision. Reviewing technical submissions and supporting the resolution of technical issues arising during construction. Demonstrating strong knowledge of constructability, construction methodologies and technology deployment relevant to drainage and infrastructure works. Providing technical input into technical and financial proposals, evaluations and project planning as required. Preparing and reviewing instructions, specifications, technical reports, cost estimates and other project documentation. Monitoring Health, Safety and Environmental requirements and coordinating safety activities across the supervision team. Supporting the review, negotiation and settlement of Contractor claims, variations and disputes. Coordinating with the Contractor, Consultant and client representatives to ensure effective communication and timely resolution of project issues. Identifying potential risks, technical challenges and interface issues and supporting appropriate mitigation and resolution. Ensuring effective coordination between drainage, utilities, civil works and other disciplines throughout project delivery. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is mandatory , subject to Engineer approval. Valid Qatar Engineering License (MME/UPDA) is mandatory. Minimum 10 years of demonstrable experience in construction supervision . Minimum 7 years holding the position of Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) or equivalent senior supervision role on projects similar to drainage/infrastructure works . Strong experience in drainage, sewerage, house connections, utilities and associated civil infrastructure projects. Demonstrable experience in technical and financial proposals, technical evaluations, constructability, technology deployment and resolving technical problems during construction. Good knowledge of QA/QC, contract administration, HSE and construction supervision. Excellent written and spoken English, with strong technical writing and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple work areas and coordinate site supervision teams. Strong computer skills and familiarity with relevant engineering/project management software. Experience working in Qatar is preferred.

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