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Resident Engineer - Electrical_OHL

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WSPPosted on the employer’s careers page · emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com

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Possible country route: Employer-sponsored work residence / Golden Visa. Standard employment residence is applied for by the employer. Golden Visa is a separate long-term route with category-specific eligibility; it is not included in every relocation offer.

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Description (EN)

As a Resident Engineer - Electrical, you will lead and manage all aspects of overhead transmission line projects
from initiation to closeout, ensuring adherence to project objectives, schedules, and budgets. You will
collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop project plans, including scope definition,
resource allocation, and risk management strategies.+

  • Act as the primary technical leader on-site for EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) electrical works, supervising contractors, and managing daily OHL construction activities.
  • Inspect and approve civil works (earthworks, tower foundations, access roads, drainage) to ensure compliance with approved drawings, Method Statements, and ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans).
  • Review and approve civil drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, and geotechnical reports.
  • Ensure strict adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards and UAE/TAQA safety regulations, promoting a safety-first culture.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (electrical, MEP), attend progress meetings, and submit daily/weekly progress reports.
  • Coordinate Permits/NOCs (No Objection Certificates) required for site activities and maintain comprehensive site documentation, including RFIs (Request for Information) and NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports)
  • Coordinate with Contractor’s suppliers, and vendors to procure materials, equipment, and services necessary for project implementation.  
  • Conduct regular site inspections, conduct HSE auditing the work and reporting, quality assurance checks to monitor progress, identify issues, and resolve construction-related challenges in a timely manner, conduct regular progress review meeting, project scope review and verify all the as-built documents.  
  • Verification and certification of materials and work measurements and complete the project closeout process.  
  • Provide technical guidance and support to project team members, supporting the Principal Resident Engineer or Project Manager, Contractor and clients, addressing technical inquiries, resolving disputes, and mitigating project risks.  
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and safety protocols throughout the project lifecycle.  
  • Foster a culture of safety, professionalism, and excellence among project team members, promoting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
  • Maintain complete project records, including technical documentation, test reports, and as-built drawings, ensuring proper handover upon project completion. 
     
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering or related field, Master's degree preferred.  
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.  
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on overhead transmission line projects.  
  • Extensive knowledge of transmission line design, construction, and maintenance practices, including tower configurations.  
  • Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools, such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and AutoCAD.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites as needed and work flexible hours to accommodate project requirements.
  • Expertise in reinforced concrete foundations, geotechnical investigation, tower spotting, and stringing logistics.  
  • Excellent project management skills, including the ability to develop and execute project plans, manage resources, and mitigate project risks.  
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and build strong client relationships.  
  • Leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and motivate project teams, foster collaboration, and drive results.
  • Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices to ensure a safe worksite  
     

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Published 26 days ago

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