Material Engineer

Job Purpose

• The Material Engineer is responsible for preparing, coordinating, tracking, and managing material-related submissions and approvals for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, contractual requirements, applicable standards, and consultant requirements.
• The role supports project teams by managing material submittals, material sample submissions, material testing requirements, compliance documentation, and approval processes while coordinating with suppliers, procurement teams, consultants, laboratories, and internal stakeholders.
• Through effective material engineering management and coordination, the Material Engineer contributes to timely material approvals, successful procurement activities, specification compliance, and efficient project execution across landscaping, irrigation, hardscape, softscape, infrastructure, and maintenance projects.

Roles, Responsibilities & Duties

• Material Submittal Preparation & Management:

• Prepare and submit Material Submittals in accordance with project specifications, contract requirements, approved vendor lists, and consultant requirements.
• Review technical data sheets, product specifications, compliance statements, material certificates, warranties, and supporting documentation prior to submission.
• Ensure all submissions are complete, accurate, and comply with project requirements before submission to consultants and clients.
• Monitor material approval status and follow up on pending approvals.
• Address consultant comments and coordinate preparation of revised submissions as required.
• Maintain submission schedules and ensure material approvals are obtained in accordance with project timelines.

Material Sample Submission & Approval:

• Coordinate preparation and submission of material samples, mock-ups, and demonstration samples for consultant and client approval.
• Ensure submitted samples comply with approved specifications and project requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams to obtain required samples.
• Monitor sample approval status and facilitate closure of comments and observations.
• Maintain records of approved material samples and related documentation.

• Material Testing Coordination:

• Coordinate material testing activities in accordance with project specifications, consultant requirements, and applicable standards.
• Arrange laboratory testing and submission of material testing requests.
• Monitor testing schedules and ensure timely completion of required tests.
• Review material test reports and laboratory certificates prior to submission.
• Coordinate with laboratories, consultants, and project teams regarding testing requirements and results.
• Maintain testing records and ensure all required approvals are properly documented.

Technical Review & Compliance Verification:

• Verify compliance of proposed materials with project specifications, approved drawings, standards, and authority requirements.
• Review supplier documentation including technical data sheets, certificates of compliance, environmental declarations, and manufacturer certifications.
• Assist in evaluating alternative material proposals and value engineering submissions.
• Support resolution of material-related consultant comments and technical queries.
• Ensure all materials comply with project quality requirements and contractual obligations.

Coordination with Procurement, Suppliers & Project Teams:

• Coordinate with Procurement Department regarding material requirements, supplier documentation, and approval status.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain technical documents, certifications, and supporting information.

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Landscape Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Architecture, or a related engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with material approval procedures, construction materials, landscaping materials, irrigation systems, and project specifications.
• Knowledge of UAE municipal requirements, consultant approval procedures, and material testing requirements is preferred.
• Professional certifications related to material engineering, QA/QC, or quality management are advantageous.

Experience & Skills

Industry Experience (No. of years):

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in material engineering, QA/QC, construction materials management, landscaping, irrigation, infrastructure, or related industries.

Position/functional experience (No. of years):

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience involving material submittals, sample submissions, material testing coordination, compliance documentation, and consultant approvals.

Competencies and Skills:

• Good knowledge of landscaping, hardscape, softscape, irrigation, infrastructure, and construction materials.
• Understanding of material approval processes, material testing requirements, consultant review procedures, and project specifications.
• Ability to review technical data sheets, material specifications, compliance statements, laboratory reports, and supporting documentation.
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills with suppliers, procurement teams, consultants, and project personnel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple submissions and approval processes simultaneously.
• Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, document control systems, material tracking systems, and reporting tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation and compliance management.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and meet project deadlines.