Civil Engineer

ElsewedyElectric; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to supervise overhead transmission line projects in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and 5–7 years of experience in EHV/HV projects. Responsibilities include managing civil activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and liaising with clients for project approvals. GCC or UAE experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of professional experience in EHV/HV overhead transmission line projects (132kV and above).
• Proven experience in foundation, tower erection, and route works for transmission lines.
• Sound understanding of project execution, QA/QC, and HSE requirements at site.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all civil activities along the OHL route.
• Review and ensure implementation of approved drawings, method statements, and specifications.
• Liaise with client/consultant for inspections, testing, and approvals.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project execution

QA/QC

HSE compliance

Foundation works

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage all civil activities along the OHL route — survey, excavation, foundation, stub setting, and concreting.

• Review and ensure implementation of approved drawings, method statements, and specifications.

• Conduct route surveys and verify tower coordinates, RLs, and alignment before foundation marking.

• Coordinate with design team for foundation type approval based on soil conditions.

• Ensure rebar, formwork, and concrete works are done as per ITP and quality standards.

• Supervise pile foundation works (if applicable) including casing, boring, reinforcement, and concreting.

• Maintain daily progress reports, material consumption logs, and equipment utilization.

• Liaise with client/consultant for inspections, testing, and approvals.

• Ensure safety compliance, conduct toolbox talks, and maintain housekeeping at site.

• Coordinate with electrical and logistics teams for tower erection readiness.

• Participate in punch list clearance, as-built preparation, and handover documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.

• 5–7 years of professional experience in EHV/HV overhead transmission line projects (132kV and above).

• Proven experience in foundation, tower erection, and route works for transmission lines.

• Prior exposure to utility projects (DEWA / TRANSCO / SEC / Etihad / Kahramaa / MEW) is highly preferred.

• Sound understanding of project execution, QA/QC, and HSE requirements at site.

• Capable of handling multiple tower locations, subcontractors, and daily progress monitoring.

• GCC or UAE experience is an added advantage.