Senior Engineer-Road Construction (Civil Engineering)
Job Fit Check
Base Career helps you apply smarter for this job.
Key skills for this role
About the Role
Job Purpose Oversee the design and construction of road infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient delivery from initiation through to handover while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
Job Purpose
Oversee the design and construction of road infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient delivery from initiation through to handover while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee road construction projects from initiation to handover, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and quality standards
- Monitor project progress, conduct schedule variance analysis, and implement corrective actions for delays
- Review and evaluate engineering designs, drawings, and traffic diversion plans
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, material standards, and QA/QC procedures across all phases
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction quality, safety, and progress
- Identify and manage project risks, maintain risk registers, and implement mitigation strategies
- Coordinate with internal departments, government authorities, consultants, and contractors
- Lead project meetings, establish communication plans, and ensure accurate reporting and documentation
- Oversee project handover activities, including inspections, snag resolution, and Defect Notification Period (DNP) follow-up.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and information security standards
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field
- Minimum 8 years of experience in roads/highways construction and project management.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong expertise in project management and construction supervision
- In-depth knowledge of road and highway infrastructure projects
- Proficiency in quality control, inspection, and testing standards
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Apply for this job in 1 click
Skip the repetitive application forms
Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.
Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career
More from this employer
More jobs at Roads and Transport Authority
Chief Specialist- Transportation Systems
Dubai, UAE
The Roads and Transport Authority seeks a Chief Specialist to drive planning, implementation, and evaluation of autonomous and smart public transport projects in Dubai. The role involves coordinating strategies, partners
Senior Engineer- Transportation Systems
Dubai, UAE
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead autonomous mobility engineering projects. The role involves planning, trialing, and optimizing smart public transport systems and infr
Chief Specialist - Vehicles Technical Inspection
Dubai, UAE
The Roads and Transport Authority is seeking a Chief Specialist to lead the development and enhancement of technical vehicle inspection standards, policies, and systems. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanica
Senior Engineer-Lighting &Traffic Systems Maintenance (UAE National )
Dubai, UAE
Roads and Transport Authority seeks a Senior Engineer to oversee maintenance of street lighting, traffic signals, and advertising systems. The role involves contract management, contractor supervision, technical inspecti
Inspector-Parking Control (UAE National)
Dubai, UAE
The Roads and Transport Authority seeks a Parking Control Inspector to conduct field inspections, issue violations, handle complaints, and monitor parking assets in Dubai. The role requires extensive outdoor work in live
Expert - Innovation & Pioneering
Dubai, UAE
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is seeking an Expert in Innovation & Pioneering to provide strategic support across research, innovation, and excellence programs. The role requires a Bachelor's or Master
Senior Specialist - Safety Certification & Regulation | UAE National
Dubai, UAE
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai seeks a Senior Specialist for Safety Certification & Regulation to develop and implement railway safety regulations and certification frameworks. You will assess safety ap
Senior Systems Analyst - Licensing Systems Support
Dubai, UAE
Roads and Transport Authority seeks a Senior Systems Analyst to ensure reliability, security, and scalability of licensing systems. The role involves maintenance, support, monitoring, and regulatory-aligned enhancements,
Chief Specialist- Transportation Systems
Dubai, UAE
Senior Engineer- Transportation Systems
Dubai, UAE
Chief Specialist - Vehicles Technical Inspection
Dubai, UAE
Senior Engineer-Lighting &Traffic Systems Maintenance (UAE National )
Dubai, UAE
Inspector-Parking Control (UAE National)
Dubai, UAE
Expert - Innovation & Pioneering
Dubai, UAE
Senior Specialist - Safety Certification & Regulation | UAE National
Dubai, UAE
Senior Systems Analyst - Licensing Systems Support
Dubai, UAE