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From first concept to final completion certificate.

Design, authority approvals and supervision for new developments, existing buildings and interior fit-out, across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

A multidisciplinary engineering consultancy that takes projects from the first sketch to the final completion certificate, across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Who we work for
Government entitiesDevelopersContractorsFacility operatorsPrivate owners
About IAEC
2016

Established in Abu Dhabi, under trade license CN-2072956

15+

Authorities and service providers we work with across the Emirate

18.11%ICV score

In-Country Value certificate No. 154031

ISO 90012015 certifiedPQC 65DOH registered

Certified quality, registered healthcare consultant

Three service pillars

Organized around the three situations our clients face.

Authority approvals and construction supervision run across all three.

Integrated, multidisciplinary design for new buildings and infrastructure, verified against the Owner’s requirements, authority regulations and budget before construction begins.

7 services
  • Architectural & building design
  • Structural engineering
  • MEP engineering
  • Fire & life safety engineering
  • Infrastructure design
  • Landscape architecture
  • Sustainability, energy & commissioning

We establish the actual condition, capacity and compliance status of an asset, then design and deliver the works needed to keep it safe, legal and fit for use.

6 services
  • Structural assessment, testing & strengthening
  • Building legalization & regularization
  • FLS audits & Civil Defence compliance
  • Renovation, extension & change of use
  • MEP condition assessment & upgrades
  • Technical due diligence & condition surveys

We design the space, adapt base-building systems, secure every landlord and authority approval, and supervise the works through to handover and trading.

4 services
  • Fit-out design
  • Fit-out sectors
  • Fit-out approvals
  • Fit-out supervision

Authority approvals & permits

A dedicated follow-up engineer manages every submission and tracks each permit to final approval.

Construction supervision

Resident and periodic supervision that protects the Owner from mobilization to handover.

Project management

Tender documents, contract administration, cost control and payment certification.

Value engineering & peer review

Independent third-party review that finds better value before anything is built.

Where we work

Abu Dhabi-based, with direct coverage of Al Ain and the Al Dhafra Region, supported by rapid site mobilization.

  • 01Abu Dhabi City
  • 02Al Ain
  • 03Al Dhafra Region
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Abu Dhabi Corniche with flower beds and the city skyline
Abu Dhabi City
White heritage building with domes in Al Ain
Al Ain
Camel and handler on the dunes of Liwa, Al Dhafra Region
Al Dhafra Region

How we deliver

Seven stages, each closed by a quality gate.

Stage 1: Inception

Brief, site visit, existing information review, scope and program

Quality gateScope confirmed with client

Stage 2: Investigation

Surveys, testing, as-built verification, regulatory review

Quality gateFindings report issued

Stage 3: Design

Concept, design development, detailed design, coordination

Quality gateInternal design review and verification

Stage 4: Approvals

Submissions, comment responses, permit tracking

Quality gateAuthority approvals obtained

Stage 5: Procurement

Tender documents, tender evaluation, contract award

Quality gateTender recommendation issued

Stage 6: Construction

Supervision, inspections, submittal review, reporting

Quality gateInspections and test records

Stage 7: Completion

Testing, commissioning, snagging, final authority inspections

Quality gateCompletion certificate and handover

Authority liaison

Established working relationships across the Emirate.

What needs approving?

  • DMTDepartment of Municipalities and Transport
  • ADMAbu Dhabi City Municipality
  • AAMAl Ain City Municipality
  • DRMAl Dhafra Region Municipality
  • ADCDAAbu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority
  • ADDCAbu Dhabi Distribution Co.
  • AADCAl Ain Distribution Co.
  • DOHDepartment of Health
  • SEHAAbu Dhabi Health Services Co.
  • ADEKDepartment of Education and Knowledge
  • EADEnvironment Agency, Abu Dhabi
  • ITCIntegrated Transport Centre
  • IDASInfrastructure Design Approval System
  • ADNOCADNOC Distribution, Gas
  • ADACAbu Dhabi Airports
  • MASDARMasdar City
  • TAMMAbu Dhabi Government Services Portal

17 authorities and service providers

Choose a type of submission, or point at an authority to see its scope.

Sectors we serve

New buildings, existing assets and fit-outs, across eight sectors.

Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi

Government & Institutional

Headquarters and public service buildings; office fit-outs, control rooms and building rehabilitation

School classroom with desks and a chalkboard

Education

Schools and campus buildings; campus extensions, workshops and classroom fit-outs

Hospital corridor with waiting seats

Healthcare

Hospitals and clinics; specialist unit fit-outs, extensions and DOH compliance upgrades

Modern villa with a swimming pool

Residential

Towers, compounds and villa communities; modifications, renovations and legalization

Multi-level shopping mall interior

Commercial & Retail

Offices, showrooms and retail centers; F&B and retail fit-outs, façade and signage works

Hotel building and palm trees in Abu Dhabi

Hospitality & Leisure

Hotels and recreational facilities; marina FLS compliance, gyms and leisure fit-outs

Production line in a bright, modern factory hall

Industrial

Factories, warehouses and KIZAD / KEZAD facilities; legalization, assessment and Civil Defence compliance

Palm-lined boulevard and office buildings in Abu Dhabi

Infrastructure

Roads, utilities and site development; access and mitigation roads and utility diversions

Credentials

Certified quality. Registered specialists.

ISO 90012015 certified

Quality Management System

Veritas Management System UK · Cert. 179VMI104101

PQC 65DOH registered

Healthcare Consultant Qualification

Department of Health, Abu Dhabi

18.11%ICV score

In-Country Value Certificate

MoIAT National ICV Program · Cert. 154031

CFPENFPA certified

Certified Fire Plan Examiner

Eng. Ahmed Ashry

EstidamaPearl qualified

Pearl Qualified Professionals

Sustainability team

341345Chamber member

Abu Dhabi Chamber

Membership certificate

The license and certificate register, with the original documents, is in the company profile.

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Clients we have served

Government entities, semi-government companies and private organizations across the Emirate.

To be the UAE’s most trusted engineering partner for compliant, sustainable, and high-performing built environments.

Our vision