Resident Engineer - Landscape

Job Purpose

The Resident Engineer - Landscape is responsible for overseeing and managing all landscape construction activities on site, ensuring that works are executed in accordance with the contract documents, project specifications, approved drawings, quality standards, and project schedule. The role acts as the primary site representative for landscape works, coordinating with contractors, consultants, clients, and authorities to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities
Construction Supervision

• Supervise and monitor all landscape construction activities, including hardscape, softscape, irrigation, water features, site furnishings, and external works.
• Ensure works are executed in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and relevant regulations.
• Review contractor submissions, method statements, material submittals, shop drawings, and work programs.
• Monitor construction progress and identify potential delays, recommending corrective actions where necessary.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure adherence to approved quality standards.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure implementation of project quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Review and witness testing, commissioning, and inspection activities related to landscape and irrigation systems.
• Identify non-conforming works and ensure timely rectification by contractors.
• Verify material compliance and approve completed works in accordance with specifications.

Contract Administration

• Assist with the review and certification of interim payment applications.
• Review variation requests, claims, and site instructions, providing technical recommendations.
• Maintain comprehensive records of site activities, inspections, and correspondence.
• Support the commercial team in assessing changes and contractual implications.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including architecture, civil, MEP, infrastructure, and planning disciplines.
• Attend progress meetings, technical workshops, and client coordination meetings.
• Liaise with local authorities, utility providers, and relevant stakeholders as required.
• Provide regular progress updates and technical reports to project management and clients.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote and enforce health, safety, and environmental requirements on site.
• Ensure contractors comply with project HSE policies and procedures.
• Support incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions where required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional registration or membership in relevant professional institutions is advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in landscape construction supervision and project delivery.
• Previous experience working on large-scale landscape, public realm, mixed-use developments, infrastructure, hospitality, or master-planned community projects.
• Experience within engineering consultancy or PMC environments is preferred.
• GCC/UAE experience is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of landscape construction methodologies, horticulture, irrigation systems, hardscape materials, and public realm works.
• Sound understanding of FIDIC contracts and construction administration.
• Proficiency in reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Familiarity with local authority regulations and approval processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and project management software.

Pay: AED1.00 - AED2.00 per month

Work Location: In person