Assistant Resident Engineer

Job Title: Assistant Resident Engineer
Company: Egis
Location: Kuwait
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

About Us

Egis is a global leader in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, and mobility services. The company designs, delivers, and operates smart infrastructure and buildings that address climate challenges while supporting sustainable and resilient territorial development. With operations in 100 countries and a workforce of over 19,500 professionals, Egis brings innovative, practical solutions to projects of all sizes worldwide.

In the Middle East, Egis employs more than 3,500 people across eight countries and has successfully delivered over 700 complex development projects. Recognized among the top ten engineering firms in the region by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis combines strategic regional acquisitions with strong local market expertise, making it a trusted partner for governments, investors, and developers.

About the Role

Egis is looking for an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer to support a major port development project in Kuwait. This role involves assisting the Resident Engineer in managing and supervising construction activities, ensuring the project is delivered in line with technical, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily project management activities to ensure compliance with approved schedules, budgets, and quality benchmarks

• Carry out routine site inspections and track construction progress against plans

• Work closely with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to address technical challenges and maintain compliance

• Assist with coordination and communication with local authorities and regulatory agencies

• Attend project meetings and provide input into technical and operational decisions

• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations on site

• Contribute to quality control and quality assurance processes throughout all project stages

• Identify project risks, prepare reports, and recommend appropriate mitigation measures

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

• At least 12 years of professional experience in civil engineering, with strong exposure to port or marine construction projects

• Solid understanding of project and construction management practices

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including MS Project and Excel

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Excellent planning, organization, and time management abilities

• Clear communication and effective interpersonal skills

• Ability to work efficiently within multicultural and multidisciplinary teams

• Willingness to relocate to Kuwait for the project duration

Key Skills & Attributes

• Construction supervision and site management

• Stakeholder coordination

• Risk assessment and reporting

• Quality and safety compliance

• Team collaboration and adaptability

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure project while working within an internationally recognized engineering organization.