Lead Utilities Engineer - RTA Roads and Bridges - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

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  • Dubai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Lead Utilities Engineer - RTA Roads and Bridges - AECOM - Dubai, UAEPosition Overview
Lead Utilities Engineer - RTA Roads and Bridges at AECOM Dubai supports complex transportation corridor projects by overseeing wet and dry utility coordination, protection, and diversion works. This senior role ensures full compliance with RTA standards and local authority regulations while managing multidisciplinary interfaces across roads, traffic management, and infrastructure systems.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: 32000-40000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeKey Responsibilities
  • Coordinate utility protection, diversion, and reinstatement works within RTA road corridors
  • Ensure compliance with RTA corridor layouts, depth clearances, and reinstatement requirements
  • Interface with traffic staging and management plans to ensure safe execution near live roads
  • Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals for utilities and MEP systems
  • Coordinate with RTA, DEWA, Etisalat, DU, and Dubai Municipality for NOCs and inspections
  • Manage interface coordination between utilities, civil works, structural components, and roadworks
  • Conduct site inspections, issue site instructions and NCRs, and follow up on corrective actions
  • Verify testing and commissioning activities including pressure testing, flushing, and energization
  • Monitor contractor performance against quality, safety, and schedule targets
  • Track long-lead items, authority approvals, and material deliveries to mitigate risks
  • Review as-built documentation, O and M manuals, and support project close-out activities
  • Provide technical mentoring to junior engineers and inspectors
Ideal Profile
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant utilities experience in major infrastructure projects
  • At least 5 years of Dubai experience with RTA project exposure
  • Strong coordination experience with multiple utility authorities
  • Previous RTA approval advantageous
  • UAE Society of Engineers membership preferred
Skills Set
  • Wet and dry utilities supervision
  • RTA corridor compliance management
  • MEP and utility interface coordination
  • Authority approvals and NOC processing
  • Construction quality assurance
  • Testing and commissioning oversight
  • Traffic management interface planning
  • Technical leadership and mentoring
Why Join Us
  • Contribute to landmark RTA roads and bridges projects in Dubai
  • Work within a globally recognized engineering and infrastructure consultancy
  • Gain exposure to high-profile authority-regulated developments
  • Structured career progression and leadership development opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive employee benefits
  • Collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and engineering excellence
About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative, sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and strong local presence, AECOM helps clients build smarter cities and resilient communities across the GCC and beyond.Job Title Lead Utilities Engineer - RTA Roads and Bridges - AECOM - Dubai, UAE
Job Description Lead Utilities Engineer - RTA Roads and Bridges - AECOM - Dubai, UAEPosition Overview
Lead Utilities Engineer - RTA Roads and Bridges at AECOM Dubai supports complex transportation corridor projects by overseeing wet and dry utility coordination, protection, and diversion works. This senior role ensures full compliance with RTA standards and local authority regulations while managing multidisciplinary interfaces across roads, traffic management, and infrastructure systems.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Engineering
Function: Civil & Structural Engineering
Salary: 32000-40000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeKey Responsibilities
  • Coordinate utility protection, diversion, and reinstatement works within RTA road corridors
  • Ensure compliance with RTA corridor layouts, depth clearances, and reinstatement requirements
  • Interface with traffic staging and management plans to ensure safe execution near live roads
  • Review and approve shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals for utilities and MEP systems
  • Coordinate with RTA, DEWA, Etisalat, DU, and Dubai Municipality for NOCs and inspections
  • Manage interface coordination between utilities, civil works, structural components, and roadworks
  • Conduct site inspections, issue site instructions and NCRs, and follow up on corrective actions
  • Verify testing and commissioning activities including pressure testing, flushing, and energization
  • Monitor contractor performance against quality, safety, and schedule targets
  • Track long-lead items, authority approvals, and material deliveries to mitigate risks
  • Review as-built documentation, O and M manuals, and support project close-out activities
  • Provide technical mentoring to junior engineers and inspectors
Ideal Profile
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant utilities experience in major infrastructure projects
  • At least 5 years of Dubai experience with RTA project exposure
  • Strong coordination experience with multiple utility authorities
  • Previous RTA approval advantageous
  • UAE Society of Engineers membership preferred
Skills Set
  • Wet and dry utilities supervision
  • RTA corridor compliance management
  • MEP and utility interface coordination
  • Authority approvals and NOC processing
  • Construction quality assurance
  • Testing and commissioning oversight
  • Traffic management interface planning
  • Technical leadership and mentoring
Why Join Us
  • Contribute to landmark RTA roads and bridges projects in Dubai
  • Work within a globally recognized engineering and infrastructure consultancy
  • Gain exposure to high-profile authority-regulated developments
  • Structured career progression and leadership development opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive employee benefits
  • Collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and engineering excellence
About the Company
AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative, sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. With global expertise and strong local presence, AECOM helps clients build smarter cities and resilient communities across the GCC and beyond.
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Salary from 32000.00
Salary to 40000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
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