Job Title: Civil Engineer - KWT (Bilingual)
Job Code: Civil Engineer - KWT (Bilingual)
Company: Zaleej Real Estate Company (KSCC)
Department: Project Management
Reports To: CEO
About
ABOUT US
Zaleej Real Estate Company (KSCC) is the Kuwait real estate company that manages a diversified portfolio of commercial and residential properties across Kuwait, combining institutional-grade asset management with hands-on operational excellence.
Role Overview
The Civil Engineer provides the technical engineering backbone for Zaleej's development projects, covering site investigation, infrastructure design, construction drawings, and on-site technical supervision across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments in Kuwait. Working alongside the Project Manager, the role owns the engineering quality and code compliance of each project — from soil reports and site plans through to as-built documentation. Success in this role is measured by design quality, regulatory compliance, technical issue resolution speed, and the seamless coordination of consultants, contractors, and authorities.
Key Responsibilities
Site Investigation & Design
- Conduct comprehensive site investigations, analysing topographical surveys, soil conditions, and environmental factors to determine site suitability for development
- Design site infrastructure including roads, utilities, drainage systems, retaining structures, and site grading
- Develop detailed site plans that optimise land use while ensuring compliance with Kuwait Municipality zoning regulations and the Kuwait Engineering Code
Drawings & Technical Documentation
- Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documents to professional standards
- Review and approve contractor shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements
- Maintain accurate as-built drawings and technical project records throughout the construction lifecycle
Construction Technical Oversight
- Provide on-site technical supervision to ensure construction works conform to approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards
- Conduct regular site inspections and resolve technical issues, design clarifications, and RFIs raised by contractors and consultants
- Identify and mitigate technical risks during construction, recommending value engineering opportunities where appropriate
Regulatory Compliance & Permitting
- Ensure all projects comply with Kuwait Municipality regulations, the Kuwait Engineering Code, and applicable national environmental, fire, and safety standards (EPA, MPW, Civil Defence)
- Prepare and submit permit applications, engineering drawings, and technical reports to relevant Kuwait authorities
- Liaise with Municipality, MPW, EPA, Civil Defence, and utility providers (MEW) to secure required approvals
Coordination & Technical Support
- Coordinate closely with architects, MEP engineers, structural consultants, quantity surveyors, and surveyors to integrate disciplines and resolve technical clashes
- Support the Project Manager with engineering inputs to cost estimates, scheduling, and risk assessments
- Provide technical expertise to internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve construction-related challenges
Requirements
Essential (Must-Have)
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
- Active membership of the Kuwait Society of Engineers (KSE), or eligibility to register within a defined timeframe
- Minimum 5 years' experience in civil engineering, with a focus on real estate development or construction projects in Kuwait or the GCC
- Strong working knowledge of Kuwait's building regulations, the Kuwait Engineering Code, Municipality approvals, and construction safety standards
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS software
- Demonstrated experience in site planning, infrastructure design, drainage, and construction supervision
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to technical detail
- Bilingual fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken) — essential for liaising with authorities, consultants, and contractors
- Valid Kuwait driving license and transferable Article 18 residency visa
Preferred (Nice-to-Have)
- Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- Working knowledge of Revit, BIM workflows, and clash detection tools
- Experience with sustainable construction practices and green building certifications (e.g. LEED, ESTIDAMA)
- Familiarity with the real estate market in Kuwait and the wider GCC
- Established network of contacts within Kuwait's consultant, contractor, and government engineering community
Benefits
WHAT WE OFFER
- Opportunity to work on a meaningful pipeline of development projects within a principal-led, long-term investment group
- Hands-on technical exposure across the full project lifecycle — from site investigation through to handover
- A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment that values technical excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement
How To Apply
Apply via the online application form: https://airtable.com/appwm2VUujXVQ2mIB/shrBmmYJs7pftZ2kJ
Select "Civil Engineer - KWT (Bilingual)" as the job position and reference code when completing the form.
Alternatively, email your CV directly to hr@zaleej.com with the subject line "Civil Engineer".
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate all applications.