Civil Foreman
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About the Role
A confidential company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Civil Foreman to supervise and coordinate civil construction works on Saadiyat Island. The role requires 4-8 years of experience in civil and MEP work, preferably from a contracting company background.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise day to day civil construction activities at site, including excavation, concrete works, blockwork, plastering, tiling, finishing, drainage, and related MEP coordination works
- Allocate tasks to workers, technicians, and subcontractors and monitor daily productivity
- Ensure work is carried out according to approved drawings, project specifications, method statements, and quality standards
- Coordinate with site engineers, MEP teams, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to avoid delays and rework
- Monitor material, manpower, tools, and equipment requirements at site and report shortages in advance
- Inspect completed work and ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements
- Maintain proper housekeeping and ensure safe working practices are followed by all site personnel
- Report daily work progress, site issues, manpower status, and material requirements to the Site Engineer or Project Engineer
- Assist in resolving site coordination issues between civil and MEP activities
- Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with company HSE policies and project safety procedures
- Support project handover activities by ensuring pending works and snags are completed as required
Requirements
- 4–8 years of relevant experience in civil construction and MEP coordination works
- Previous experience with a contracting company is strongly preferred
- Good knowledge of civil works, finishing works, basic MEP coordination, site execution, and construction safety practices
- Ability to read and understand civil drawings, shop drawings, and site layouts
- Strong manpower supervision and coordination skills
- Good communication skills in English; knowledge of Hindi/Urdu/Arabic is an advantage
- Experience working on projects in the UAE, especially Abu Dhabi, is preferred
- Diploma, ITI, or technical certification in Civil Engineering / Construction or a related field is preferred
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Job Summary
- We are looking for an experienced Civil Foreman to supervise and coordinate civil construction works for a project site in Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate should have 4–8 years of experience in Civil and MEP works, preferably from a contracting company background. The role requires s
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise day to day civil construction activities at site, including excavation, concrete works, blockwork, plastering, tiling, finishing, drainage, and related MEP coordination works.
- Allocate tasks to workers, technicians, and subcontractors and monitor daily productivity.
- Ensure work is carried out according to approved drawings, project specifications, method statements, and quality standards.
- Coordinate with site engineers, MEP teams, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to avoid delays and rework.
- Monitor material, manpower, tools, and equipment requirements at site and report shortages in advance.
- Inspect completed work and ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements.
- Maintain proper housekeeping and ensure safe working practices are followed by all site personnel.
- Report daily work progress, site issues, manpower status, and material requirements to the Site Engineer or Project Engineer.
- Assist in resolving site coordination issues between civil and MEP activities.
- Ensure proper use of PPE and compliance with company HSE policies and project safety procedures.
- Support project handover activities by ensuring pending works and snags are completed as required.
Requirements
- 4–8 years of relevant experience in civil construction and MEP coordination works.
- Previous experience with a contracting company is strongly preferred.
- Good knowledge of civil works, finishing works, basic MEP coordination, site execution, and construction safety practices.
- Ability to read and understand civil drawings, shop drawings, and site layouts.
- Strong manpower supervision and coordination skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
- Good communication skills in English; knowledge of Hindi/Urdu/Arabic is an advantage.
- Experience working on projects in the UAE, especially Abu Dhabi, is preferred.
Qualifications
- Diploma, ITI, or technical certification in Civil Engineering / Construction or a related field is preferred.
- Candidates with strong practical site experience may also be considered.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Background in residential, villa and building construction projects.
- Hands on experience managing site teams and coordinating with civil and MEP subcontractors.
- Familiar with Abu Dhabi site safety standards and construction practices.
- UAE Driving License.
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