Odai Wael Shehadeh
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
A dynamic Resident Engineer with an in-depth understanding of construction law and a strong academic background in construction engineering. A graduate of a Master's program in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution, bringing a unique blend of practical engineering and law expertise to effectively navigate construction projects and resolve disputes. Proficient in drafting, reviewing, and managing construction contracts, ensuring all legal, commercial, and operational requirements are effectively met. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of contract clauses, claims, and dispute resolution mechanisms, further enhancing capabilities to safeguard all parties interests. Excels in liaising with project stakeholders, fostering smooth communication, and effectively resolving issues. Actively seeking roles where engineering consultancy knowledge can be utilized to enhance the construction process and mitigate potential risks in the construction industry.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4041
4041
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Resident Engineer
Al Gurg Consultants
Dubai, UAE
2025.04 - 2026.02
- Supervise and maintain a safe & efficient construction of the project and ensure their executions in compliance with contractual terms and approved plans set by Construction Supervision Manager.
Supervise the overall project’ execution and progress as per project schedule and approved plan. - Manage full site team to conduct inspections on the different on-going works to ensure conformity with drawings & specifications.
- Supervise and maintain a safe & efficient construction of the project and ensure their executions in compliance with contractual terms and approved plans set by Construction Supervision Manager.
- Manage full site team to conduct inspections on the different on-going works to ensure conformity with drawings & specifications.
- Handle the allocation and management for staff.
- Overview site inspection, check and approve finished work.
- Ensure coordination between Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Architectural teams on site.
- Conduct progress and technical meetings with client and contractor to evaluate progress and outstanding issues
- · Review, check and approve the contractor’s work schedule in coordination with the planning engineer
- · Final approval of contractor’s material submittals, workshop drawings, method statements, subcontractors...etc. in addition to answering contractor’s technical queries in coordination with related team
- Correspondences with Contractor and Employer.
- Analyzing contractor’s cost and time claims, variations & resolving contractual disputes in coordination with Project Q.S. & Contract department.
- Final evaluation & approval of contractor’s claims and variations after consultation with Client
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, driving operational excellence within the team.
Resident Engineer
GEC | Gadiyar Engineering Consultants
Dubai, UAE
2024.02 - 2025.04
- Overseeing the execution stage of construction projects, ensuring optimal project efficiency and performance
- Assistance of all contractual aspects of construction contracts, including the finalization of the COC, notifications, formal communications, and commercial/contractual claims
- Advises on contractual matters and manages the contractual correspondences in accordance with the Prime Contract Terms and Conditions, specifications and drawings including construction change orders.
- Review and interpret contract documents (Contract conditions, scope of works, drawings), contract time schedule, as-built time schedule and verify actual dates, list of delay events and identify priorities with the Client to ensure compliance with terms, conditions, and milestones.
- Facilitating effective communication among project team members, stakeholders, and clients.
- Successfully negotiating and resolving complex design or construction problems with contractors and employers.
- Working diligently to maintain the operational, commercial, financial, and legal interests of all parties involved
- Achievements/Tasks
Assistant Resident Engineer
KWEC | Al Khawajah Engineering Consultants
Dubai, UAE
2018.12 - 2024.02
- Directing the execution of high-value commercial and residential construction projects, boosting project efficiency and reporting to the RE.
- Review technical submittals such as material, shop drawings and discuss with other discipline engineers
- Attending technical and progress meeting with other stakeholders; Client, contractor, subcontarctors..etc
- Regularly preparing comprehensive progress reports to foster transparent communication with all project stakeholders.
- Actively overseeing a meticulous review of construction contracts and concurrently drafting and reviewing stakeholder correspondences, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and seamless project delivery.
- Facilitating key stakeholder meetings to discuss and update on project status, resulting in smooth progress tracking.
- Consistently drafting detailed Minutes of Meeting (MOMs) to accurately record decisions and future action plans.
- Exhibiting a ken eye for detail while drafting and reviewing construction contracts to understand complete project scope.
Project Engineer
KWEC | Al Khawajah Engineering Consultants
Dubai, UAE
2017.06 - 2018.12
- Effectively managed day-to-day site operations; implemented strict quality control measures; upheld the highest health and safety standards on site, resulting in an exemplary record of zero accidents during tenure.
- Conducted stringent checks to ensure all materials used adhered to project specifications and standards.
- Reviewed project designs and schematics to ensure top quality, technical competence, and code and standards compliance.
- Provided daily supervision of the construction team, fostering a cohesive and efficient working environment.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure planned construction activities were executed on time and to standard.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure adherence to project standards, resulting in a consistent quality of work.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently managing construction resources and materials, reducing waste and downtime.
Education
Master of Science - Construction Law and Dispute Resolution
British University in Dubai
Dubai, UAEBachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
American University of Madaba
JordanSkills
- Engineering consultancy
- Legal advisory
- Contract drafting and review
- Project management
- Claims management
- Legal documentation
- Compliance auditing
- Construction contract administration
- Operations management
- Progress monitoring
- Construction law
- Resource allocation
- Dispute resolution
- Risk mitigation
- Vendor management
- Workflow management
Certification
- Dubai Municipality Practice Certificate; G+12 Design, Certificate no. 57492
- Certificate of Membership, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (12/2022) Credential ID 610384
- Green Code, Accreditation for Construction Materials & Quality Control Guidelines (Green Code), Trakhees, Dubai, UAE (08/2018)
- Certificate of Membership, Society of Engineers, UAE (06/2021) Credential ID 62390
- Orange Code, Accreditation for Fresh Concrete Testing in the Field (Orange Code), Trakhees, Dubai, UAE (07/2018)
PROJECTS
(G+3P+16TYP.) Commercial & Residential Building in Barsha south , Dubai-UAE (Contract Value 96,000,000 AED)
(G+3P+16TYP +R) Commercial & Residential Building in Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai -UAE (Contract Value 43,500,000 AED)
(2B+G+4F+R) Commercial Building in Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai – UAE (Contract Value 75,000,000 AED)
Proposed 56 Nos. Warehouse Units (U2-071 to U2-126), U2, Area III (Phase II), Sharjah Airport (SAIF ZONE), (G+3P+17TYP.)
Commercial & Residential Building in Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai-UAE(Contract Value 45,500,000 AED),
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
Arabic
Native
Timeline
Resident Engineer
Al Gurg Consultants
2025.04 - 2026.02
Resident Engineer
GEC | Gadiyar Engineering Consultants
2024.02 - 2025.04
Assistant Resident Engineer
KWEC | Al Khawajah Engineering Consultants
2018.12 - 2024.02
Project Engineer
KWEC | Al Khawajah Engineering Consultants
2017.06 - 2018.12
Master of Science - Construction Law and Dispute Resolution
British University in Dubai
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
American University of Madaba