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Senior Underground Engineer Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE at Kintec Global Recruitment
Senior Underground (UG) Engineer
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Contract Length: 12-Month Renewable Contract
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (BE/B.Tech) in Civil & Structural Engineering (Master’s degree (ME/M.Tech) in Structural Engineering is preferred).
Experience:
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in onshore civil and underground works with a strong technical background and practical aptitude.
Expertise in conceptualisation, design, and detailed engineering of underground networks, including:
Utility lines
Drainage systems
Cooling water systems
Fire water networks
Contaminated and non-contaminated oil networks
Proficiency in design and hydraulic calculations for surface drainage systems, including both gravity and liquid-filled systems.
Strong capability in quantity estimation for underground and general civil works, including bill of materials preparation and subcontract documentation (e.g. scope of work, price schedules, technical reports).
Experience in developing conceptual schematics and detailed engineering for plumbing and drainage services in buildings.
Skilled in managing technical interfaces with project management teams, clients, certification authorities, subcontractors, and work-share offices.
Familiarity with vendor interactions related to painting and coating materials, field joint materials, and isometric checking.
Involvement in basic, conceptual, FEED, EPC, and EPIC projects.
Ability to work independently and lead underground works as a UG specialist.
Previous experience working with international clients such as major oil & gas operators.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage underground civil and utility works, ensuring all design and engineering activities meet project specifications and international standards.
Conduct design and hydraulic calculations for surface drainage and underground utility networks.
Prepare quantity estimations, bill of materials, and subcontract documentation.
Develop schematic designs and detailed engineering for plumbing and drainage systems in buildings.
Interface with clients, certification authorities, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure alignment of underground works with overall project objectives.
Manage technical reviews, ensuring compliance with engineering best practices and safety standards.
Participate in tendering processes, preparing technical documents and evaluating contractor submissions.
Why Apply
This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a dynamic environment, collaborating with leading industry professionals. If you have a passion for underground engineering and want to contribute to complex infrastructure developments, we encourage you to apply.
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Title: Senior Underground Engineer
Company: Kintec Global Recruitment
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Category: Engineering (Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer), Construction (Civil Engineering)
