Chief Engineer - Inspection and Monitoring

Beginning of the main content section.Return to the home pagePrintable Format Job Description - Chief Engineer - Inspection and Monitoring (26000015)Job Description Chief Engineer - Inspection and Monitoring - (26000015) Job Description Strategy · Develop and evaluate policies governing Right-of-Way occupation, encroachment, and inspection protocols, coordinating with internal RTA units and external authorities to align with operational needs and legal requirements.· Lead initiatives to enhance field-inspection practices and regulatory frameworks through the adoption of AI-powered violation detection and advanced monitoring technologies.· Contribute to cross-agency policy development by drafting MOUs and agreements with relevant government and semi-governmental entities. Operations · Execute and monitor field inspection campaigns to identify and address violations related to excavation, encroachments, and utility works by contractors and service entities (e.g., DEWA, Etisalat, DM, DU, Tabreed).· Allocate inspection areas and revise staff rosters for continuous inspection coverage.· Supervise issuance of final clearance certificates for completed infrastructure projects (e.g., DS, IRR, 132KV, ITS, and network projects) in line with applicable regulations.· Review inspection reports, case studies, and violation records; issue warnings and escalate major breaches to the Section Manager as appropriate.· Attend and coordinate emergency inspection responses 24/7, ensuring timely deployment of inspectors and communication with affected parties.· Enhance coordination and communication between consultants, contractors, and internal departments on ROW-related issues.· Coordinate with relevant agencies to monitor and respond to rainwater accumulation within road boundaries in development areas, ensuring timely drainage and public safety. Process Improvement · Analyze team performance using defined KPIs· Implement Corrective Action Plans and Close Non-Compliance Reports Using the RTA Regulatory Inspection Maturity Model· Promote continuous process improvement by integrating lessons from field inspections and stakeholder feedback.· Ensure the section’s full compliance with the Disciplinary Inspection Policy and proactively manage audit findings.· Supervise the preparation and ongoing update of campaign documentation, inspection statistics, and technical reports for internal performance review and decision-making.· Review and follow up on implementation of outsourcing contracts for department staff in collaboration with procurement and HR units. Physical Working Conditions · This role requires regular site visits, participation in emergency field operations, and supervision of on-ground inspection teams in all weather and environmental conditions across Dubai’s Road network whenever deemed necessary. Qualifications Job Qualifications & RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or master’s degree in transportation engineering or related fieldExperience: 5+ years in case of master’s degree (7+ years in case of bachelor’s degree) in related field Job Category: Civil EngineeringAdvertiser: Roads and Transport AuthorityDepartment: Right of WayEducational-level: BachelorRequired Nationality: All Nationalities (Priority for UAE National) Suitable for people with determination: NoMonthly Salary: UnspecifiedSchedule-Time: Full timeJob Posting: 31/08/2026Unposting Date: 01/10/2026

Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or master's degree in transportation engineering or related field. Experience: 5+ years in related field with a master's degree, or 7+ years with a bachelor's degree.

Strategy: Develop and evaluate policies governing Right-of-Way occupation, encroachment, and inspection protocols; coordinate with internal units and external authorities; lead initiatives to enhance field-inspection practices and regulatory frameworks using AI-powered violation detection and advanced monitoring technologies; contribute to cross-agency policy development by drafting MOUs and agreements. Operations: Execute and monitor field inspection campaigns addressing violations related to excavation, encroachments, and utility works by contractors and service entities; allocate inspection areas and revise staff rosters; supervise issuance of final clearance certificates for infrastructure projects; review inspection reports and escalation of major breaches; participate in 24/7 emergency inspection responses; enhance coordination between consultants, contractors, and internal departments; coordinate with agencies to monitor rainwater drainage within road boundaries. Process Improvement: Analyze team performance using KPIs; implement Corrective Action Plans and Close Non-Compliance Reports; promote continuous process improvement; ensure compliance with Disciplinary Inspection Policy; manage audit findings; supervise documentation, statistics, and technical reports; review outsourcing contract implementations with procurement and HR. Physical Working Conditions: Regular site visits and emergency field operations across Dubai’s road network in all weather conditions.