Parsons Corporation, a globally recognized engineering, construction, and technology company, is seeking an experienced Assets Engineer (O&M) to join its team in the Al Dhafrah Region of Abu Dhabi. You will support asset management and operations & maintenance activities by maintaining accurate asset records in Osool, conducting field condition assessments, coordinating with O&M stakeholders, and supporting maintenance planning and reporting — across major bridges, roads, and infrastructure assets throughout the Abu Dhabi region.
About Parsons — Global Engineering & Infrastructure Leader
Market Position: A globally respected engineering, construction, and technology firm delivering infrastructure, defence, and industrial projects worldwide
Project Location: Al Dhafrah Region — Abu Dhabi’s strategically significant western region covering major road and infrastructure assets
Asset Scope: Bridges, underpasses, road networks, and general infrastructure assets managed via the Osool asset management system
O&M Focus: Preventive and corrective maintenance planning, condition assessment, lifecycle forecasting, and asset health reporting
Culture: Value people, embrace agility, foster growth — a culture that empowers talent and invests in employee wellbeing and career development
Global Impact & Innovation Opportunity
Strategic Location: Al Dhafrah, Abu Dhabi — a major infrastructure hub in the UAE with significant road and bridge asset portfolios
Market Leadership: Work for a globally trusted engineering firm delivering complex O&M and asset management programmes for Abu Dhabi authorities
Innovation Focus: Apply Osool asset management expertise, condition assessment methodologies, and lifecycle planning to major infrastructure assets
Career Growth: Parsons invests in endless growth opportunities — the sky is the limit for ambitious infrastructure engineers ready to achieve their full potential
Position Overview
This Assets Engineer (O&M) role at Parsons in the Al Dhafrah Region of Abu Dhabi covers the full scope of infrastructure asset management and operations & maintenance support — from maintaining and updating asset registers in the Osool system, conducting field inspections and condition assessments, coordinating with O&M teams and stakeholders, supporting preventive and corrective maintenance planning, through to monitoring O&M works progress, managing audit-ready records, and preparing technical documentation and progress reports for Abu Dhabi authorities and clients.
Why This Role Matters: As Assets Engineer (O&M) at Parsons Al Dhafrah Abu Dhabi, you take direct ownership of the asset health and operational reliability of major road and bridge infrastructure across one of Abu Dhabi’s most strategically important regions, apply 12+ years of UAE O&M experience to real condition assessments, lifecycle forecasting, and maintenance planning on bridges, underpasses, and road networks that serve thousands of people daily, work within the globally respected Parsons engineering culture where people are genuinely valued, agility is embraced, and professional growth is actively supported at every career stage, contribute to Abu Dhabi’s infrastructure sustainability by ensuring assets are accurately tracked, properly maintained, and lifecycle-managed through the Osool system, and build a senior infrastructure engineering career in Abu Dhabi — the UAE capital with the most active and well-funded infrastructure asset management programmes in the GCC.
Key Responsibilities
Asset Register Management & Osool System
- Maintain and update asset registers in Osool, including asset tagging, coding, and classification
- Ensure new and updated assets are captured and integrated into the asset management system promptly
- Maintain audit-ready records and documentation to the highest standard of accuracy and completeness
- Coordinate with O&M teams to ensure asset data is current and compliant with applicable asset management standards
Field Inspections & Condition Assessment
- Conduct field inspections to validate asset condition across bridges, underpasses, and road infrastructure
- Prepare comprehensive condition assessment and lifecycle assessment reports for all inspected assets
- Support assessments and evaluations for existing structures and road assets across the Al Dhafrah region
- Comply fully with all HSE requirements during all field inspection and site assessment activities
O&M Planning & Maintenance Coordination
- Support preventive and corrective maintenance planning across the infrastructure asset portfolio
- Contribute to annual asset health and replacement forecasting to support long-term infrastructure investment planning
- Monitor progress of O&M-related works and projects and follow up on outstanding closures
- Report issues impacting quality or timelines to project management in a timely and professional manner
Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting
- Coordinate with stakeholders and Abu Dhabi authorities as required throughout asset management activities
- Attend stakeholder meetings and prepare progress reports and technical documentation to required standards
- Liaise with UAE Municipality departments and Abu Dhabi authority contacts familiar with local O&M processes
- Provide clear and professional written and verbal communication to client representatives and internal project teams
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline (REQUIRED)
- Abu Dhabi practicing engineers registration is preferred — a strong advantage for this role
- Chartered Engineer or Professional Engineer registration (or similar) is a desirable advantage
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 12 years of O&M experience including maintenance and construction of structures (bridges/underpasses) and roads in the UAE
- Demonstrable supervision and engineering support experience on major bridges, roads, and general infrastructure projects in the UAE or Gulf
- Familiarity with UAE Municipality departments’ operations and processes — preferably in Abu Dhabi
Essential Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance specifications and statistical quality control principles for infrastructure assets
- Strong computer literacy for asset systems, records management, and reporting — including Osool or equivalent asset management platforms
- Ability to use project-specific engineering software and CAD tools
- Familiarity with CAD and common engineering software with proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English for reports, documentation, and stakeholder engagement
- Strong knowledge of engineering and construction processes and industry practices for UAE infrastructure
About Parsons — Imagine Next
Parsons is a globally recognized engineering, construction, and technology company that delivers innovative solutions for complex infrastructure, defence, and industrial challenges worldwide. Guided by a leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, Parsons cultivates an innovative culture that empowers every employee to achieve their full potential. At Parsons, we truly invest in and care about our employees’ wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities — because the sky is the limit. Imagine next and join the Parsons quest — where talented individuals thrive, work with exceptional colleagues, and redefine what is possible.
Career Excellence: Lead O&M asset management for major bridges, roads, and infrastructure in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafrah region within a globally trusted engineering firm that invests in your growth and empowers you to achieve your full potential.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior UAE O&M Engineers: With 12+ years of operations and maintenance experience on bridges, roads, and infrastructure in the UAE
- Asset Management Specialists: Experienced with Osool or similar asset management systems including tagging, coding, condition assessment, and lifecycle reporting
- Bridge & Road Infrastructure Engineers: With demonstrated field inspection, condition assessment, and maintenance planning experience
- Abu Dhabi Registered Engineers: Holding Abu Dhabi practicing engineer registration or actively working towards it
- Chartered or Professional Engineers: With UAE authority liaison experience and strong familiarity with Abu Dhabi Municipality and DOT processes
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