Chairman Message
My decision to become a civil engineer was heavily influenced by the events surrounding Dubai and the region during my youth. It was the age of independence throughout the region and the mood was one of optimism and excitement. The leadership of the time inspired a whole generation with their vision and development plans. And as a young man with a youthful ambition; I wanted to be a part of the growth story that was about to unfold.
I had a desire to contribute to the building of the region and to have a tangible connection to the development of the region. With some excitement, and a little trepidation, I traveled to the UK in the 1960's where I studied and graduated in Civil Engineering in West Sussex. My first job was with a large consultant; Halcrow in London. This gave me a strong grounding in the traditions and ethics of good civil engineering.
I eventually returned to the UAE to work for the Ministry of Public Works where one of my first endeavors was the construction of Fujairah Port. It was inevitable that I subsequently invested in my own design consultancy firm. The development of U.A.E and the region has been nothing short of spectacular and I have had the privilege of witnessing it first hand and being a part of it. This has made me a firm believer in construction projects that have a positive economic and social impact.
Over the several decades since Al Gurg Consultants' inception; the company has successfully designed and supervised construction projects for Governments and private developers. I and the rest of the Al Gurg team look forward to having the privilege of continuing our tradition of providing a meaningful contribution to the development stories of our clients and the region.
Faisal Al Gurg
Chairman
Al Gurg Consultants
Meet the Team
Al Gurg Consultants is a family of talented professionals from various cultures and countries with ideas and a desire to make a sustainable difference to the urban environment.
We have an in house multidisciplinary team capable of designing and supervising diverse projects from tall buildings to hundreds of villas, from schools to workshops, and from petrol stations to marine works.
Our management is experienced and passionate.
Our Clients
Some of our valued clients.
Collaboration
We have a strong belief in collaboration.
Every project has its own dynamic demanding specific skill sets and qualities. We are open minded, welcoming and progressive. Moulding different approaches and different teams appropriate to the client and project needs.
As a result, over the years we have worked with numerous other consultancy firms and specialists to deliver great projects. Some of the firms we have collaborated with are:
Services
We are a multidisciplinary firm and can provide a large range of services in-house.
We are also capable of providing additional specialized services via our collaboration partners. Below is a list of some of our in-house services.
Conceptual Design
Design Development
Structural Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
BIM/REVIT
Marine Structures
Coastal Processes
Marina Design
Marine Project Feasibility Studies
Cost Control & Planning
Pre/Post Contract Quantity Surveying
BOQs
Contract Documentation
Value Engineering
Post-Contract Construction Management
Post-Contract Construction Supervision
Defects Liability Supervision Services
Projects
Careers
Al Gurg Consultants strives to be the employer of choice for both new graduates and experienced professionals in the field.
Our people come from a wide variety of backgrounds and specializations, working together on stimulating projects. We seek talented individuals who have technical as well as people skills, individuals who will both fit and enhance our corporate culture with their experience, aspirations, team spirit and genuine enthusiasm. After all, we can only be as good as the people we hire.
Testimonials
"I have always looked for high standards in my career and in Al Gurg Consultants I found a company that strives to constantly improve standards. I appreciated the confidence that management have put in me by moving me up from my initial position of Civil Engineer to my current position of Resident Engineer. This confidence and support has empowered me to work harder and to strive to improve and develop myself further. High potential employees are always encouraged to perform their best in this competitive environment and given a chance to move up the ladder."
– Mohammed Iyad AlJazzar, Resident Engineer
"For the past 8 years with this company, I have found that employee growth and diversification are encouraged and supported here. I have gained dynamic hands-on experience and knowledge in various areas of accounting which provides me a solid support to fulfill my tasks. One of the best parts of my experience is having a solid idea of what my career will look like down the line given the nature of work I’ve been able to do. I strive to learn something new every day and look forward to my continued development, both personally and professionally."
– Caryl Asesor, Assistant Accountant
"My position in Al Gurg Consultants as a Resident Engineer, gives me the opportunity to work closely with all my colleagues, exchange experiences, solve problems, and achieve common goals with them. Working on multidisciplinary construction projects, watching a project start right from conception to end is like starting from a barren land and converting the same into homes, workplaces, facilities etc. for the people is like giving life to that land, and that is what I like to do."
– Abdalla Alhafyan, Resident Engineer
"As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, I have had the opportunity to Design and Supervise the construction of numerous large scale projects. Over the last 4-years of my tenure with Al Gurg Consultants, I have been able to apply my technical expertise and skills while working with various clients, authorities and contractors. Last but not least, the technical support, training and encouragement I have received from my Department Manager and senior management has contributed to the continual improvement of my technical and interpersonal skills. "
– Arshad Pathan, Senior Mechanical Engineer
"My favorite thing about Al Gurg Consultants is my colleagues: They are some of the most diverse, intelligent and interesting people I’ve ever met. On a single office floor, I can interact with architects, construction and MEP engineers, designers, planners and even cyber security experts! The energy that comes from this varied experience and this interplay among all kinds of people in one place makes me excited to come to work."
– Joana Noreiga, Quantity Surveyor
"Soon after I graduated as a Civil Engineer, I started my career in a thriving construction industry in the UAE, in a contracting firm which exposed me to multifarious activities and provided me the opportunity to fully grasp the details of the construction field. But joining Al Gurg consultants catapulted me to an entirely new level, working on the projects for the biggest developers and supervising one of the biggest construction contractor in UAE, opened so many new dimensions and challenges which further widened my scope and encouraged me to stay in the consultancy path of civil engineering. The impetus behind my exponential growth is Al Gurg Management’s motivation, and continuous support and guidance."
– Fadi Jamil Jowaied, Resident Engineer
"In my job at Al Gurg Consultants. I found myself comfortable in this challenging but friendly working environment. I have always been supported by my superiors whose guidance and moral support has enabled me to excel in this chosen profession. I am thrilled to be a part of this exciting journey and watch how Al Gurg Consultants excel and grow as a company."
– Syed Iqtidar Ali Shah, Senior Civil Engineer
"This is my 7th year in this organization as a Document Controller and I feel that I am truly a part of this “family”. The longevity of so many staff members here is indeed noteworthy. An open work culture and working closely with experienced people has helped me adjust faster and obtain an in-depth knowledge of the procedures and processes adopted."
– Gloria M. Jimenez, Document Controller
"Numbers, Numbers and still more numbers. As a Quantity Surveyor, I have been working with Al Gurg Consultants for the past 4 years. I enjoy analyzing these numbers while dealing with clients, contractors and other stakeholders of a project. My passion with numbers were honed to a great extent here and I can genuinely say that Al Gurg Consultants helped me develop in a lot of ways. Working at Al Gurg Consultants is getting me to the place I want to be in my career."
– Jeffrey Bermudez, Senior Quantity Surveyor
"I am really very happy to be part of Al Gurg Consultants, a multi-cultural company, where each employee plays an important role and is duly respected. The working environment is peaceful and conducive for the growth and development of all its employees. The Management always adapts an open door policy where each employee is made to feel welcome."
– Edmar Santos Garcia, MEP Draftsman
"I am an active member of this Company. At Al Gurg Consultants, I have realized that challenges are not to be avoided, but opportunities to be embraced. Embracing these challenges has led to a discovery of my own self and also changed my personality in a positive manner. I thank the Management for their flexibility and continued support."
– Muhammad Akbar, Team Lead –BIM Production
"I joined Al Gurg Consultants at the beginning of June 2010 as a fresh architect. Having just graduated from University, I was nervous on my first day at work with a feeling that there would be extra pressure on a fresh graduate. I quickly realized everyone was there to help and they all made me feel I was part of the team. The focus was on teaching and training, learning on the job and growing your skill base. Al Gurg Consultants helped me grow out of my shy beginnings and since then I have learnt so much from the projects I have been involved with."
– Yasmeen Khalil, Architect
"It’s been 3 years since I joined Al Gurg Consultants and I have been lucky enough to hold a position where I routinely deal with major customers on a wide range of projects. I have embraced the opportunities that Al Gurg Consultants has given me to enhance my expertise and simultaneously achieve the company’s longer term goals and objectives, and I look forward to continuing to add value to the organization."
– Mohamed Amro Anabtawi, Section Leader Design
Careers
Current Hiring
Site Architect View Details
We are currently looking for a Site Architect to join our Supervision Department
Candidate must have overall 5 – 8 years of experience in same / similar role preferred with an engineering consultant in U.A.E. and holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture Engineering.
Job requirements :
- Review Architectural/ ID shop-drawings, Materials Submittals, samples and mockups as per project drawings and specifications.
- Attend the finishes review meetings and successfully handle any finishing related item in close coordination with the client and project R.E till the final approval and providing the necessary records.
- Attending and handling contractor's requests for inspection in accordance with approved materials and shop-drawings.
- Providing Architectural site details, sketches whenever required and as directed by the project R.E.
- Be able to respond to Architectural RFI's issued by the contractor in a professional way providing the best technical solution with minimum contractual implication.
- Be able to determine the site defects/ non-compliance during the different progress stages and to issue the necessary NCR's and Field Instruction's to the contractor.
- Follow-up and inspect contractor’s Corrective Actions to close the issued NCR's and Field instructions.
- Oversee the Authority Inspections in its approval / rejection.
- Able to provide snag list and to attend the de-snagging at project closeout stage.
- Oversee the client’s inspection, take remarks and follow up correction with contractor as applicable.
- Respond to client’s Inspection Request(s) during the defects’ liability period as determined in the contract, and follow up correction with the contractor if it is available.
BIM Architect View Details
We are currently looking for an Architect (BIM) to join our dynamic team and support various types of building projects.
Requirements for the Architect (BIM) position are as follows:
- Prepare presentations, 3d animations, 3d renders for Clients proposals
- Review and understand the project requirements to start the design work
- Prepare the deliverables list and timelines for each stage of the project and monitor the progress daily
- Prepare design and Authority checklists and monitor the progress daily
- Prepare architectural concept, schematic and detailed designs in BIM
- Supervise the preparation of the final detailed designs by assigned draftsmen
- Attend design meetings with Clients and other Consultants
- Coordinate with the Authority Follow-up department until final approvals
- Provide inputs to the Contract department for financial proposals
- Keep a record and update lists such as correspondences, RFIs, variations, design changes, deliverables, issues, checklists and monitor the progress of implementation
- Provide technical support to queries from tenderers / construction sites, visit construction sites for design related issues (if required)
- Perform detailed model review to meet LOD 200, 300, and 350 requirements
- Update BIM guidelines, BEPs, BIM libraries with the support of draftsmen
- Perform BIM QA/QC process based on agreed checklists and standards
- Lead the coordination of the design and monitor the other lead disciplines' works
- Responsible for the successful completion of the project from start to finish
Qualifications:
- 8+ Years of experience working within an architectural, engineering, consulting organization
- UAE experience
- University Degree in Architecture
- Certificate in BIM (Autodesk or equivalent)
- Detailed knowledge of all LOD requirements
- Advanced Software skills in AutoDesk programs (required): Revit, Navisworks, Autocad
- Advanced Software skills in 2d/3d/Visualization programs (preferred): Enscape, Lumion
- Understanding of multidisciplinary coordination through good design practice
- Working knowledge of MS Office programs
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, under pressure to meet deadlines
- Good communication skills with competency in English
- Complete other related tasks assigned by the manager
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects. Ability to meet stated customer initiated deadlines.
- Ability to manage people through Influence.
- Must be goal orientated.
- Must have good organizational skills.
Resident Engineer View Details
We are currently looking for a Resident Engineer to join our Supervision Department.
Must have minimum 10 years of experience with at least 5 years in a similar role or position
A Bachelor Degree in Civil
Must possess knowledge about FIDIC conditions.
Job requirements:
- 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.
- Scheduling the project in steps and budget time required to meet deadlines with the Construction 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.
- 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 kick-off meetings, with client and contractor to define and study project’s details .project steps for site preparation and confirm the contractor’s responsibilities in terms of labours, tools, work schedule, submittals and safety.
- Conduct progress meetings with client and contractor to evaluate progress and outstanding issues
- Conduct Technical & Coordination meetings with contractor to resolve technical & coordination 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 Client.
- Lead the design changes process as per client’s requirements in coordination with Design team
- Monitoring work progress as per the approved program, analyzing delays & contractor’s time extension claims
- Analyzing contractor’s cost 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.
Contact
Location
Oud Metha, 99 Oud Metha Building, 5th Floor Dubai, United Arab Emirates - P.O. Box: 810, Dubai
Contact
T: +971 4 302 4999
F: +971 4 302 4888
E: info@algurg.net
Head Office Timings:
Sunday – Thursday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
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3B+G+3 Concourse Level + 25 Office Towers with retail and F&B components. Automated parking for up to 1,191 vehicles. Awarded "World's Largest Automated Parking Facility" by the Guiness Book of World Records. |
Location
DIFC, Dubai
Scope
Design Validation and Modification + Supervision
Status
Completed in 2013
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Oud Metha, 99 Oud Metha Building, 5th Floor Dubai, United Arab Emirates
P.O. Box: 810, Dubai
E info@algurg.net
T +971 4 302 4999