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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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We are looking for an experienced Assistant Resident – Wet Utilities to join our infrastructure project team in Abu Dhabi, with experience in wet utilities and infrastructure works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and monitor the construction of wet utility infrastructure works, including stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, and associated networks.
• Oversee construction activities including pipelines, manholes, catch basins, gullies, culverts, drainage structures, and related works.
• Ensure construction works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and project requirements.
• Review Contractor submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, RFIs, inspection requests, and other technical documents.
• Monitor site progress, quality, workmanship, and compliance with approved project requirements.
• Coordinate with the Contractor, Authorities, stakeholders, and other disciplines to resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Monitor testing and inspection of wet utility networks and ensure all required inspections and approvals are completed.
• Identify technical issues, construction risks, and potential delays and coordinate with the project team to implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Coordinate interfaces between wet utilities and other infrastructure elements, including roads, structures, electrical, telecom, landscaping, and other services.
• Review site conditions and proposed construction solutions and provide technical recommendations where required.
• Monitor the Contractor’s compliance with approved construction methodologies, ITPs, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Maintain proper records of site inspections, progress, technical issues, RFIs, and construction activities.
• Participate in site meetings, progress meetings, technical discussions, and coordination meetings with the Contractor and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure that health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements are properly implemented on site.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10+ Years relevant site experience in infrastructure and wet utilities construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering field (i.e. Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural etc.) Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering field (i.e. Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural etc.) 
• Good knowledge of stormwater, sewerage, potable water, irrigation networks, and associated infrastructure works.
• Experience in construction supervision, inspection, quality control, and coordination with Contractors.
• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and technical submissions.
• Experience working on major infrastructure projects is preferred.
• UAE infrastructure and Authority experience is an advantage.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team and manage multiple site

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.