Project Engineer - Fit Out

Role overview

Kaltenberg Designs and Fitout is looking for a Project Engineer specializing in fit-out delivery in Dubai. The role focuses on coordinating the day-to-day execution of turnkey interior projects while keeping work aligned with budget, schedule, drawings, quality expectations, and UAE safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the full execution of fit-out projects so that work stays within the agreed cost and time targets, and participate in project review discussions to track progress.
• Hold regular weekly discussions with the production coordinator and design team to review project status, blockers, and upcoming actions.
• Attend site meetings to confirm the scope of work and ensure all parties have a common understanding of requirements.
• Review, coordinate, and where necessary join site surveys before production begins, so that drawings can be validated against actual site conditions.
• Inspect sites to assess the condition and usability of facilities and structures.
• Prepare project schedules and keep them updated as work progresses.
• Organize site activities efficiently to support timely project completion.
• Track site progress and verify that execution matches approved designs and specifications.
• Support material planning and procurement so that project needs are met without delay.
• Check that delivered materials match the required quantity, quality, drawings, and specifications.
• Place material orders on time according to the work plan, with a minimum lead time of 4 days for requested materials.
• Take care to ensure every ordered item corresponds to the drawings and actual site requirements.
• Escalate any mismatch or issue involving stakeholders, subcontractors, or other parties as early as possible.
• Follow up daily on all work scopes with stakeholders, subcontractors, and other involved parties without relying on the project coordinator.
• Make sure subcontractors are identified and finalized at the early stage of the project.
• Ensure that site works are completed with strong workmanship standards.
• Identify project bottlenecks and take immediate corrective action.
• Prepare and review method statements and risk assessments (MSRA).
• Supervise and coordinate a workforce effectively.
• Plan manpower according to project needs.
• Ensure the right internal staff and subcontractor workforce are available to complete daily site tasks.
• Share a daily manpower plan on the project WhatsApp group at least 30 minutes before site start time, detailing what will be achieved during the day.
• Forecast and communicate manpower needs in advance on a daily and weekly basis.
• Evaluate risks and control manpower deployment in line with UAE safety regulations.
• Remain present on site during operational hours.
• Post the daily progress report in the project WhatsApp group after site closure, ideally within 1 hour of closing time.
• Ensure the update compares planned work for the day against priorities and actual completion.
• Prepare record drawings, technical reports, and site diaries.
• Coordinate authority inspections and approvals, and help plan them effectively.
• Study project drawings and the Bill of Quantities to become fully familiar with the job.
• Review all finishes in detail to understand the project scope and specifications.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, engineering, interior design, or a similar discipline is required.
• Prior experience in turnkey interior fit-out projects, including retail, commercial, and residential work, is expected.
• Strong ability to analyze technical drawings is necessary.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant field is required.
• A valid UAE driving license is mandatory.

Required strengths

• Project management
• Interior fit-out coordination
• Planning and scheduling
• Site supervision
• Technical drawing interpretation
• Material planning and procurement coordination
• Team and manpower management
• Risk assessment and safety compliance
• Authority approvals and inspection coordination
• Reporting and documentation

Additional notes

• Materials must be arranged with a 4-day lead time before they are needed on site.
• Daily manpower updates are required before the workday begins.
• Daily progress updates are required after site closure.
• The role requires active presence on site during operating hours.
• All work must comply with UAE safety regulations.