Project Engineer (Emiratisation | UAE National)

Overview

• Project Engineer (MEP / Fit-Out) – Emiratisation (Emirati\| Major Family Group
• Salary: AED 15,000 to 25,000 per month (depending on experience + project exposure)
• A major group in the Emirates is hiring a Emirati Project Engineer to support the delivery of MEP and fit-out projects across active sites.
• This is a hands-on role with real project responsibility, strong stakeholder exposure, and a clear path into senior project / project management positions.
• What you’ll be doing
• Support end-to-end delivery of MEP and fit-out works (planning, execution, testing/commissioning support, handover)
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to keep site progress on track
• Track RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, material approvals, and site instructions
• Assist with site coordination across trades (MEP, fit-out, civil/interface) to avoid clashes and rework
• Support QA/QC and HSE compliance on site (inspections, snagging, close-out)
• Prepare progress updates: weekly reports, risks/issues log, actions, and milestone tracking
• What we’re looking for
• (Emiratisation) – mandatory
• Civil Engineering background preferred
• Open to graduates / early career candidates with Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degrees
• Interest in MEP and fit-out project delivery (site exposure is a plus, not a must)
• Strong communication and coordination skills (you’ll deal with multiple stakeholders daily)
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced site environment
• Nice to have (not essential)
• Internship / placement experience on MEP or fit-out projects
• Familiarity with project documentation: RFIs, submittals, method statements, ITPs, as-builts
• Basic exposure to AutoCAD, MS Project / Primavera, or BIM coordination
• Understanding of testing & commissioning and handover documentation
• What you’ll get
• AED 15k–25k/month depending on experience and project exposure
• Strong project portfolio (MEP + fit-out)
• Career development and long-term progression within a major Emirati group