Project Manager

25,000

6,810

562,500

Construction Manager

23,000

6,266

517,500

Civil Engineer

14,000

3,814

315,000

Structural Engineer

15,000

4,090

337,500

Mechanical Engineer (MEP)

13,000

3,541

292,500

Electrical Engineer

12,500

3,406

281,250

Site Engineer

10,000

2,725

225,000

Planning Engineer

15,000

4,090

337,500

Quantity Surveyor

13,000

3,541

292,500

Architect

14,000

3,814

315,000

Interior Designer

11,000

2,998

247,500

BIM Specialist

13,000

3,541

292,500

HSE Officer

9,000

2,452

202,500

HSE Manager

18,000

4,905

405,000

MEP Coordinator

14,000

3,814

315,000

Foreman

7,000

1,905

157,500

Document Controller

6,500

1,771

146,250

Site Supervisor

8,500

2,316

191,250

AutoCAD Draftsman

7,500

2,045

168,750

Sustainability / LEED Consultant

16,000

4,360

360,000

1. Educational Qualifications

 A relevant degree/diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, or Trade skills.
 For technical roles: diplomas or ITI certifications accepted.

2. Work Experience

 2–10+ years experience preferred (depending on role).
 UAE/GCC experience is a plus but not mandatory.

3. Professional Certifications

 Often required for mid to senior roles:
 PMP (Project Mgmt)
 NEBOSH/IOSH (HSE roles)
 RICS or MRICS (Quantity Surveying)
 LEED/AP or Estidama (Sustainability roles)

4. Language Skills

 English proficiency is essential (reading, writing, communication).
 Arabic is not mandatory but can be a bonus.

5. Technical Skills

 Familiarity with software/tools like AutoCAD, Revit, Primavera, BIM 360, etc.
 On-site experience for field jobs.

6. Health & Medical Fitness

 You must pass a UAE government medical test (includes basic health screening and communicable disease checks).

7. Passport Validity

 Must hold a valid passport (at least 6 months before expiration).

8. Background & Legal Checks

 Clean criminal record and employment references are usually required.

9. Age Requirements

 Generally between 21 to 55 years old (varies slightly by company).

10. Visa & Work Permit

 The employer sponsors your UAE employment visa and work permit.
 Some positions require attested academic certificates.

1. Project Manager

Oversee overall project execution; manage budgets, timelines, quality, contracts, and client communication.

2. Construction Manager

Supervise site operations, manage subcontractors and labor, enforce timelines and ensure adherence to safety standards.

3. Civil Engineer

Plan, design, and oversee construction of infrastructure; ensure structural integrity and compliance with building codes.

4. Structural Engineer

Analyze load-bearing structures, design building frameworks, and ensure safety and durability of construction elements.

5. Mechanical Engineer (MEP)

Design and oversee HVAC, plumbing, and fire systems; ensure mechanical installations meet design and safety standards.

6. Electrical Engineer

Design and maintain electrical systems; supervise installations and ensure compliance with DEWA/ADDC and international codes.

7. Planning Engineer

Prepare and monitor project schedules using Primavera/MS Project; analyze progress, identify delays, and propose solutions.

8. Quantity Surveyor

Estimate construction costs, prepare BOQs, manage project budgets, handle variations and claims.

9. Site Engineer

Supervise day-to-day site activities, ensure specifications are met, coordinate with contractors and monitor quality.

10. Architect

Develop architectural concepts, create detailed plans and drawings, liaise with clients, and coordinate with engineers.

11. Interior Designer

Design interior layouts, select finishes and materials, prepare mood boards, and ensure functional, aesthetic design.

12. BIM Specialist

Develop and coordinate 3D models; ensure all design disciplines are integrated; manage BIM workflows and documentation.

13. HSE Officer

Enforce safety regulations on-site; conduct toolbox talks, site audits, and incident investigations; ensure compliance.

14. HSE Manager

Develop site safety policies, manage HSE teams, conduct safety training, and ensure alignment with UAE safety regulations.

15. Foreman

Supervise skilled workers and labor teams; assign tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure site discipline and safety.

16. Document Controller

Manage project documentation, maintain logs and version control, distribute documents to relevant teams.

17. Site Supervisor

Monitor subcontractors’ work, ensure compliance with drawings and quality standards, and report daily progress.

18. AutoCAD Draftsman

Prepare 2D/3D technical drawings based on design inputs; assist engineers and architects with revisions and approvals.

19. Sustainability / LEED Consultant

Provide guidance on green building practices, prepare documentation for LEED/Estidama, and conduct energy analysis.

20. MEP Coordinator

Coordinate MEP services across design and construction teams, resolve clashes, and ensure timely installation of systems.

1. Project Manager

B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Construction Engg.

10+ years

PMP, Primavera P6, leadership, contract management

2. Construction Manager

B.E. in Civil / Construction Mgmt

8–10 years

Site execution, safety compliance, project coordination

3. Civil Engineer

B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering

3–7 years

AutoCAD, Civil 3D, UAE construction code knowledge

4. Structural Engineer

B.E./M.Tech in Structural/Civil Engg.

5–8 years

STAAD Pro, ETABS, structural analysis

5. Mechanical Engineer (MEP)

B.E. in Mechanical Engineering

4–7 years

HVAC, plumbing, fire-fighting, Revit MEP

6. Electrical Engineer

B.E. in Electrical Engineering

4–6 years

Load calculations, DEWA/ADDC standards, electrical design software

7. Planning Engineer

B.E. in Civil/Project Mgmt

5–8 years

Primavera P6, MS Project, delay analysis

8. Quantity Surveyor

B.Sc. in QS/Civil Engineering

4–7 years

BOQs, cost control, FIDIC, RICS (preferred)

9. Site Engineer

B.E. in Civil / Architectural Engg.

2–5 years

Supervision, site coordination, QA/QC

10. Architect

B.Arch / M.Arch

3–6 years

Revit, SketchUp, knowledge of UAE building regulations

11. Interior Designer

Bachelor in Interior Design / Architecture

2–5 years

Space planning, 3D modeling, materials knowledge

12. BIM Specialist

B.E. / B.Arch with BIM Certification

3–6 years

Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, clash detection

13. HSE Officer

Diploma / BSc in Safety or Engineering

3–6 years

NEBOSH IGC (mandatory), risk assessment

14. HSE Manager

BSc / B.E. + Safety Certifications

8–12 years

NEBOSH, OSHA, ISO standards, safety leadership

15. Foreman

Diploma / Trade Certification

5–8 years

Site supervision, technical knowledge, labor handling

16. Document Controller

Diploma / Graduate (any field)

2–5 years

MS Office, document control systems (Aconex, Procore)

17. Site Supervisor

Diploma in Civil/Architecture

3–6 years

Site execution, reporting, manpower control

18. AutoCAD Draftsman

Diploma in Drafting/Architecture

2–5 years

AutoCAD, Revit, shop drawings

19. Sustainability Consultant / LEED Expert

B.E./B.Arch + Sustainability Certs

4–7 years

LEED AP, Estidama PQP, energy modeling

20. MEP Coordinator

B.E. in Mechanical/Electrical Engg.

5–8 years

Coordination skills, MEP shop drawings, conflict resolution

Entry-Level / Junior

0–2 years

Junior Engineer, Trainee Architect, Assistant Draftsman

Mid-Level / Experienced

3–7 years

Site Engineer, Quantity Surveyor, HSE Officer, BIM Modeler

Senior-Level

8–12 years

Project Manager, Construction Manager, Planning Engineer

Executive / Specialist

12+ years

Senior Project Director, Contracts Manager, HSE Manager

Civil / Structural Engineering

3–8 years

Mid- to senior-level roles are preferred to have GCC/UAE project experience.

MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing)

3–7 years

Must have experience with local authority regulations (DEWA, ADDC, etc.).

Project & Construction Management

8–12+ years

Leadership roles require experience managing large/multi-phase projects.

Site Supervision & Foremen

5–10 years

Field experience is critical; trade knowledge and labor handling are key.

Planning & Scheduling

5–10 years

Must be proficient in Primavera/MS Project and have project controls skills.

Quantity Surveying & Cost Control

4–7 years

BOQ preparation, contract administration, FIDIC knowledge preferred.

HSE (Health, Safety & Environment)

3–10+ years

NEBOSH/OSHA certified; site HSE experience required for all roles.

Architecture & Interior Design

2–6 years

Design portfolio and software (Revit, SketchUp) experience required.

BIM & Drafting Roles

2–5 years

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, and Navisworks expected.

Sustainability / Green Building

3–6 years

LEED, Estidama experience; certification preferred (LEED AP, PQP).

Arabtec (Now part of Trojan Group)

Contractor

UAE

High-rise towers, airports, residential mega-projects

ASGC Construction

General Contractor

UAE

Expo 2020 projects, Dubai Mall expansions, luxury hotels

ACC (Arabian Construction Co.)

Contractor

UAE/Lebanon

Marina 101, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Al Naboodah Construction

Contractor

UAE

Roads, infrastructure, and building projects

Dutco Balfour Beatty

Contractor

UAE

Roads, airports, and water infrastructure

Bechtel

International Contractor

USA

Mega infrastructure & industrial projects (Dubai Metro, Jubail)

Laing O’Rourke (Middle East)

International Contractor

UK/UAE

Smart building technologies, healthcare & rail projects

China State Construction Eng. Corp (CSCEC)

Contractor

China/UAE

High-rise and residential complexes

ALEC Engineering & Contracting

Contractor

UAE

Expo 2020, airports, retail and hotel developments

Khansaheb Civil Engineering

Contractor

UAE

Commercial and infrastructure projects, in collaboration with UK firms

Khatib & Alami (K&A)

Consultant

Lebanon/UAE

Urban planning, infrastructure design

AECOM Middle East

Consultant/PM

USA/UAE

Program & project management, design, infrastructure consultancy

Atkins (SNC-Lavalin)

Consultant

UK/UAE

Rail, urban planning, design & engineering consultancy

Arup Middle East

Consultant

UK/UAE

Sustainable building design, MEP, transport planning

Dar Al-Handasah

Consultant

Lebanon/UAE

Engineering, architecture, infrastructure consultancy

KEO International Consultants

Consultant

Kuwait/UAE

Urban planning, project management, architectural design

WSP Middle East

Consultant

Canada/UAE

Engineering services, project management, infrastructure design

Nakheel

Developer

UAE

Palm Jumeirah, Deira Islands, residential and retail megaprojects

Emaar Properties

Developer

UAE

Burj Khalifa, Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai developments

DAMAC Properties

Developer

UAE

Residential and commercial real estate development

Project Manager

25,000

B.E. Civil, 10+ yrs exp, PMP, Primavera

ALEC, ASGC, Bechtel, Arabtec

Manage overall project delivery, cost, scope, client coordination

Construction Manager

23,000

B.E. Civil, 8–10 yrs exp, site execution, leadership skills

Dutco Balfour Beatty, Al Naboodah

Oversee daily construction, manage teams and safety

Civil Engineer

14,000

B.E. Civil, 3–7 yrs exp, AutoCAD, UAE code familiarity

ACC, Khansaheb, China State Const.

Design, supervise, and inspect civil works

Structural Engineer

15,000

B.E./M.Tech Structural, 5–8 yrs, STAAD Pro, ETABS

WSP, Dar Al-Handasah, Atkins

Design structural systems, ensure stability and safety

MEP Engineer

13,000

B.E. Mechanical, 4–7 yrs, HVAC, plumbing, Revit MEP

ALEC, ASGC, CSCEC

Design and monitor mechanical systems

Electrical Engineer

12,500

B.E. Electrical, 3–6 yrs, DEWA standards, load calc.

Nakheel, Emaar, MEP subcontractors

Electrical system design, installation, safety checks

Planning Engineer

15,000

B.E. Civil, 5–8 yrs, Primavera P6, project controls

Parsons, KEO, AECOM

Prepare and monitor schedules, identify project delays

Quantity Surveyor

13,000

B.Sc. QS/Civil, 4–7 yrs, BOQs, FIDIC, RICS (preferred)

Turner & Townsend, Arabtec

Cost estimation, contract management, progress billing

Site Engineer

10,000

B.E. Civil, 2–5 yrs, site supervision, QA/QC

ASGC, Trojan, Khansaheb

Oversee on-site activities, ensure work matches drawings

Architect

14,000

B.Arch, 3–6 yrs, Revit, SketchUp, design codes

Atkins, Arup, Dar Al-Handasah

Create architectural plans, coordinate with engineers

Interior Designer

11,000

Bachelors in Interior Design, 2–5 yrs, 3D rendering, materials

Design studios, KEO, Nakheel

Design internal spaces, select furnishings, coordinate with suppliers

BIM Specialist

13,000

B.E. / B.Arch, 3–6 yrs, Revit, BIM 360, clash detection

AECOM, ALEC, WSP

Coordinate 3D models across trades, detect and solve conflicts

HSE Officer

9,000

BSc/Engineering, NEBOSH IGC, 3–6 yrs

Trojan, Dutco, Emaar

Enforce safety rules, conduct inspections and reports

HSE Manager

18,000

BSc/Engg., NEBOSH, 8–12 yrs, safety systems

Khansaheb, ACC, Parsons

Develop and enforce company-wide HSE strategies

Foreman

7,000

Trade Cert./Diploma, 5–10 yrs exp, site supervision

Local contractors (MEP/Civil)

Supervise skilled labor, ensure quality and task completion

Document Controller

6,500

Diploma/Graduate, 2–5 yrs, Aconex/Procore/MS Office

AECOM, KEO, WSP

Manage documents, drawings, revisions, version control

Site Supervisor

8,500

Diploma Civil/Architecture, 3–6 yrs, execution oversight

ACC, Arabtec, Local builders

Supervise construction team, manage subcontractors

AutoCAD Draftsman

7,500

Drafting Diploma, 2–5 yrs, AutoCAD/Revit

Engineering consultancies, MEP firms

Prepare technical drawings and revisions

LEED / Sustainability Consultant

16,000

B.E./B.Arch + LEED/Estidama Certs, 3–6 yrs

Arup, WSP, KEO

Guide green building compliance, documentation for LEED, energy modeling

MEP Coordinator

14,000

B.E. Mechanical/Electrical, 5–8 yrs, coordination & shop drawing review

ALEC, Al Naboodah, Emaar

Coordinate MEP systems, resolve clashes, support commissioning

1. Employment Visa

Must have a job offer from a UAE company

Most construction workers, engineers, supervisors

2 years (renewable)

Sponsored by employer; includes work permit, Emirates ID, medical check required

2. Skilled Worker Visa(under new UAE labor law categories)

Degree/diploma + relevant work experience

Engineers, BIM specialists, surveyors, architects

2 years (renewable)

Requires attested degree and offer from registered UAE company

3. Green Visa (New)

Bachelor’s degree + minimum 5 years experience

Freelance engineers, self-employed consultants, QS

5 years

Self-sponsored; no employer required; proof of income needed

4. Golden Visa (10-Year)

Highly skilled professionals + exceptional credentials

Senior project managers, engineering experts, LEED consultants

10 years

Long-term residency; sponsor-free; subject to approvals from authorities

5. Mission Visa

Short-term work (contract or project-based)

Technicians, short-term engineers

90 days (extendable)

Sponsored for specific projects; ideal for project-based deployments

6. Freelance Permit & Visa

Freelance license from free zone + proof of income

Freelance designers, architects, BIM consultants

1–2 years

Can apply via free zones like Dubai Design District, TwoFour54

7. Investor/Partner Visa

Must invest in a construction or engineering company

Business owners, subcontractors

2–3 years (renewable)

Requires business license and investment proof