About the Role
Guildhall is hiring for a large contractor delivering a major government infrastructure programme in Dubai. Two site-based seats are open — one in tunnel contracting, one in railway contracting — each owning construction supervision, technical compliance and stakeholder coordination on a live package. The project is moving into active construction, and the contractor needs engineers who already hold Dubai Municipality certification and can be named on permits without delay. These are compliance-critical site seats on a major live infrastructure project.
The role
- Supervise tunnel or railway construction activities on a live infrastructure package
- Review drawings, method statements and construction procedures for compliance
- Monitor progress, quality and adherence to project requirements
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and project teams
- Resolve technical and site-related issues as they arise
- Prepare technical reports and support testing through to handover
What you'll bring
- Valid Dubai Municipality certificate in Tunnel Contracting or Railway Contracting
- Minimum 10 years' experience for Tunnel Contracting, 5 years for Railway Contracting
- Direct construction supervision experience on major rail or tunnel projects
- Strong working knowledge of DM regulations and engineering standards
- High-Speed Rail or cut-and-cover experience an advantage
What's on offer
- A site-based role on a major government infrastructure programme in Dubai
- Direct exposure to a live construction and mobilisation phase
- Scope to work across contractor, consultant and client teams
Why apply through Guildhall
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Hiring DM Licensed Tunnel and Railway Engineers in Dubai
Dubai Municipality certification is a hard requirement for engineers supervising tunnel and rail construction in the emirate, and demand for certified engineers rises sharply once a project moves from design into active construction. A DM Licensed Tunnel or Railway Engineer typically works site-based, reporting into a project or construction manager, and owns day-to-day supervision, technical compliance and contractor coordination on a live package. Hiring at this level usually signals a project entering mobilisation or a demanding construction phase, where permits and sign-off depend on named certified engineers being in post.
Common questions
What does a DM Licensed Tunnel or Railway Engineer do in Dubai?
They supervise construction activities on-site, review drawings and method statements, and monitor quality and progress against project requirements. They also coordinate between contractors, consultants and clients, and prepare technical reports through to testing and handover.
What experience do I need to apply?
You need a valid Dubai Municipality certificate in the relevant discipline, plus a minimum of ten years' experience for tunnel contracting or five years for railway contracting. Direct construction supervision experience on major rail or tunnel projects, and strong knowledge of DM regulations, are also required.
How do I apply?
Apply directly on this page. A Guildhall consultant reviews every application confidentially and will contact suitable candidates directly.
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