Site Engineer

Job Requisition ID: 181266 About Al-Futtaim Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is one of the most diversified and progressive privately held regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai. Operating across more than 20 countries, the Group spans automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and health. With more than 40,000 employees, Al-Futtaim represents over 200 of the world’s most recognised brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE and Marks & Spencer. Driven by its purpose to enrich lives and elevate communities, Al-Futtaim focuses on digital innovation, AI, sustainable growth and strategic partnerships, creating long-term value for customers, communities and partners while building a responsible legacy for future generations. Overview Of The Role: • The role of a Site Engineer at Al-Futtaim involves overseeing construction projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. The Site Engineer is responsible for managing day-to-day site activities, including monitoring safety compliance and environmental standards. Effective communication with various stakeholders such as project managers, subcontractors, and clients is crucial. The Site Engineer must foresee potential issues and resolve them promptly to keep the project running smoothly. Success in this role requires organizational skills, leadership, and resilience to maintain progress even in challenging conditions. What You Will Do: Project Delivery • Successfully deliver construction projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. • Resolve technical and logistical issues quickly to keep the project on track. • Minimize delays and disruptions by proactively managing site operations. Compliance and Safety • Ensure all site activities comply with safety regulations and environmental standards. • Manage multiple subcontractors, suppliers, and site workers with differing priorities and schedules. Communication • Maintain clear, timely communication with project managers, subcontractors, and clients. • Skilled communicator who can translate technical details into clear instructions and reports. Required Skills To Be Successful: • Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate complex site activities. • Skill in anticipating and mitigating potential project risks. • Effective leadership and team motivation under pressure. • Resilience and calmness under high-stress conditions. What Qualifies You For The Role: • Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and site management best practices. • Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications. • Proficiency with project management tools and site reporting software. • Ability to coordinate and supervise subcontractors and labor teams effectively. • At least 3-5 years of experience in construction site management or a related field. • A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. • Familiarity with health and safety regulations and environmental standards. About Al-Futtaim Real Estate With a legacy of more than six decades in real estate and asset management, Al-Futtaim Real Estate – part of Al-Futtaim – creates real impact on the communities it serves through long-term investment and growth. As one of the region’s leading private developers, the company plans, creates and manages developments across the MENA region. Al-Futtaim Real Estate has a diversified, multi-billion-dollar portfolio across the real estate value chain and asset types such as residential, commercial, malls and industries including hospitality, healthcare, infrastructure and education. Flagship mixed-use urban communities include Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City. Al-Futtaim Real Estate is also responsible for Al-Futtaim Contracting, a fully integrated, end-to-end specialist division operating across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt. The business has delivered industry-leading construction, engineering, technology and FM solutions for more than 50 years. Show more Show less

At least 3-5 years of experience in construction site management or a related field. A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. Familiarity with health and safety regulations and environmental standards.

Project Delivery: Successfully deliver construction projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Resolve technical and logistical issues quickly to keep the project on track. Minimize delays and disruptions by proactively managing site operations. Compliance and Safety: Ensure all site activities comply with safety regulations and environmental standards. Manage multiple subcontractors, suppliers, and site workers with differing priorities and schedules. Communication: Maintain clear, timely communication with project managers, subcontractors, and clients. Skilled communicator who can translate technical details into clear instructions and reports.