Senior Site Engineer (Office Fit‑Out & Luxury Villas)

About the Role
We are launching the Renovations arm of Deluxe Holiday Homes Group and are starting with our flagship HIVE Business Center project. As the first dedicated Senior Site Engineer, you will own day‑to‑day site delivery, quality, safety, and authority compliance. Success in this role will open a fast‑track path to Construction Manager as we add more projects in 2025‑26.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a constant on‑site presence, enforcing drawings, specifications, and tolerance standards for all trades (fit‑out, MEP, joinery, finishes).

• Convert the master program into a rolling 3‑week look‑ahead and chair the daily stand‑up with subcontractor foremen.

• Lead the RFI process end‑to‑end: draft, submit, chase, log, and close.

• Coordinate deliveries with the Procurement Supervisor to keep site resources in balance.

• Tag every potential variation in a live Variation Log and advise on cost / time impact.

• Prepare and lead all authority inspections (DM, Trakhees, DCD, TECOM, etc.).

• Enforce the site‑specific HSE plan; run weekly toolbox talks and record near‑misses.

• Keep a digital site diary (photos + notes) and issue concise daily/weekly reports.

• Compile as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, snag lists, and close‑out certificates for hand‑over.

What We Offer

• Competitive package (AED 10k+ gross + transport + phone).

• Fast‑track career route to Construction Manager.

• High‑autonomy environment backed by a financially strong group (240+ staff).

• Exposure to signature commercial and luxury residential projects.

Must‑Have Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Architectural Engineering or Construction Management.

• 8+ years total experience, 5+ years in UAE commercial fit‑outs and/or luxury villa projects.

• Delivered at least one AED 20 million+ interior or villa project as resident engineer / site manager.

• Strong command of AutoCAD / Revit (red‑lining), MS Project or Primavera, and Excel.

• Working knowledge of Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DCD regulations and HSE standards.

• Valid UAE driving license & readiness for full‑time site work.

Desirable

• IOSH / NEBOSH safety certificate; PMP or similar project‑management credential.

• Exposure to sustainable / LEED interior practices.

  Soft Skills

• “Owner’s mindset” – drives quality, cost, and time as if the project were personal.

• Clear, assertive communication with clients and trade partners.

• Calm problem‑solver who thrives under schedule pressure.