Senior Resident Engineer – High-Rise & Hospitality Projects – Dubai, UAE | Nexus People

Senior Resident Engineer – High-Rise & Hospitality Projects

Nexus People
Engineering Consultancy, Construction Supervision & High-Rise Project Management
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Posted on July 27, 2026

Job Type: Full Time
Industry: Engineering / Construction / Engineering Consultancy
Experience: 30+ Years of Professional Experience (20+ Years of UAE Experience Preferred)
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s Degree Preferred)
Salary: AED 5000 to 6000
Company: Nexus People

Company Overview:

Nexus People is partnering with a prestigious engineering consultancy in Dubai, UAE. Renowned for technical excellence and large-scale project management, the consultancy leads supervision and delivery for landmark high-rise towers, luxury hospitality developments, and major civil infrastructure projects across the region.

Job Description:

The Senior Resident Engineer will lead site supervision, oversee construction execution, and direct full project lifecycles for high-rise towers and luxury hospitality developments. Based in Dubai, this senior engineering leader will enforce Dubai Municipality standards, manage consultant-contractor coordination, administer FIDIC contracts, direct testing and commissioning, and ensure total compliance with approved engineering specifications through final handover.

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the supervision and delivery of high-rise and luxury hospitality construction projects.
  • Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, and quality standards.
  • Coordinate with consultants, contractors, clients, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Oversee project progress from construction through testing, commissioning, and final handover.
  • Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, Dubai Municipality requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Review project documentation, technical reports, and construction procedures.
  • Provide technical leadership while maintaining project quality, safety, and schedule objectives.

🔹 Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; a Master’s Degree is strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 30 years of professional experience in construction supervision and engineering consultancy.
  • At least 20 years of experience within the UAE, with extensive Dubai market background preferred.
  • Mandatory Dubai Municipality Unlimited Engineer License.
  • Proven track record delivering high-rise developments of 40+ floors (experience with 60+ floor towers highly preferred) and luxury hotel projects from construction to handover.
  • Expert knowledge of UAE construction regulations, FIDIC contract administration, quality assurance, and project commissioning.
  • Exceptional leadership, technical report review, and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer:

  • A prestigious leadership position overseeing iconic high-rise and luxury hospitality developments in Dubai.
  • High-profile engineering consultancy environment with senior career recognition.
  • Competitive monthly compensation package with standard statutory benefits under UAE Labour Law.