Internal Audit - Engineering

• Business Unit
  
  

Omniyat

• Job Function
  
  

Corporate Finance

• Contract Type
  
  

Full Time

• Location
  
  

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Closing Date
  
  

22-Dec-2025

Our story

ELEVATING EVERY DETAIL

OMNIYAT was founded in 2005 with a vision to be the best in class, in every class. Transcending property and space, this vision imagines the extraordinary and builds it into reality.

We elevate the exceptional to create immersive living experiences that redefine the concept of luxury living. These are works of art, and for us, art is more than a simple statement of luxury. Art is the ultimate expression of creativity, quality and rarity. A combination of intellect and artistry, originating from both the mind and the heart.

OMNIYAT’s artistry is realised everyday in our mission to bring together place, purpose, design, innovation and service to forever transform what people expect from the luxury spaces they inhabit.

We are more than creators, we are partners to the world’s most discerning. Our collaborations are an ensemble of world-renowned talent, carefully curated to drive forward our unwavering commitment to deliver the extraordinary.

From architectural collaborations with icons of industry such as Zaha Hadid and Norman Foster, to hospitality and service partners such as the sector-leading Dorchester Collection, we continue to seek enduring relationships that become part of our story and legacy.

Together, we are setting new benchmarks of excellence for the UAE and across the globe, inspiring the world’s changemakers to invest and make their homes in the city of tomorrow.

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Overall Job Description

The Internal Audit Manager (Engineering) is responsible for overseeing technical audits across construction, engineering, and project management functions within OMNIYAT Group. This role ensures compliance with UAE regulations, evaluates risks, and strengthens internal controls across projects.

Day to Day Tasks

• Assist in the development of the annual technical audit plan by identifying and evaluating engineering, construction, and project management risk areas.
• Plan, execute and report on audits related to design, construction, MEP, infrastructure, project management, HSE, facility management, engineering operations and technical compliance (technical audits). Ensure audits are conducted in line with professional standards.
• Lead audits across development projects, contractors, consultants, facilities management, and engineering operations.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of technical controls, quality assurance processes, risk management, and governance frameworks within engineering and construction projects.
• Collaborate with Project Directors, Engineering Heads, and Site Managers to identify, assess, and prioritize project risks. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures.
• Evaluate compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations, RERA, civil defense codes, HSE requirements, and other UAE construction laws and standards.
• Prepare written audit reports providing clear opinions on the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of engineering processes, communicate and present findings and recommendations effectively to technical management and Director of Audit ensuring buy-in.
• Follow up on agreed action plans to ensure timely closure of technical audit issues.
• Support the implementation of audit software for engineering audits, promote continuous monitoring, and drive audit automation.
• Detect red flags in construction quality, project execution, or contract compliance, and conduct investigations where required.
• Supervise and mentor audit team members, ensuring technical knowledge development and adherence to audit methodologies.
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, safety, and continuous improvement across engineering and project management functions.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Structural Engineering. A Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Minimum 10–12 years of experience in engineering, construction, or real estate development, with at least 5 years in internal audit or project quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of UAE construction laws, RERA regulations, Dubai Municipality codes, and HSE standards.
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks in engineering and construction projects and provide practical solutions.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary audits covering design, procurement, construction, and facilities management.
• Familiarity with audit software, BI tools, and project management systems.
  
  

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