Civil Senior Engineer

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC in United Arab Emirates is seeking a civil engineer to lead the design of OHTL projects from 33kV to 500kV, including tower and foundation design, and to review construction drawings.

You will perform structural analyses, coordinate with electrical, structural, geotechnical, procurement, construction and planning teams; ensure compliance with IEC, ASCE, ACI, BS, Eurocodes and project specifications; review survey data, prepare take-offs, and support site works and project

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil engineering design for OHTL projects ranging from 33kV to 500kV (or higher as applicable).
• Design and review tower foundations, pile foundations, raft foundations, chimney foundations, and retaining structures.
• Perform structural analysis and foundation calculations considering geotechnical reports, wind loads, seismic loads, uplift forces, and tower reactions.
• Review and approve civil engineering calculations, design reports, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with tower designers regarding foundation loading data.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, ASCE, ACI, BS, Eurocodes, and project specifications.
• Review survey reports, topographical data, and geotechnical investigations.
• Prepare material take-offs (MTOs) and bill of quantities (BOQs).
• Optimize foundation designs to achieve cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Coordinate with electrical, structural, geotechnical, procurement, construction, and planning teams.
• Participate in engineering review meetings with clients and consultants.
• Resolve technical queries and provide engineering support during construction.
• Review vendor documents and subcontractor engineering submissions.
• Support procurement activities by reviewing technical specifications and vendor offers.
• Provide technical assistance during excavation, reinforcement, concrete works, and foundation construction.
• Conduct site visits to resolve engineering issues.
• Review non-conformance reports (NCRs) and propose corrective actions.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings and quality standards.
• Support testing, inspection, and project commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with project Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001).
• Follow HSE requirements in accordance with company policies and client standards.
• Support implementation of risk assessments and engineering safety reviews.
• Prepare engineering reports and technical documentation.
• Review method statements and inspection test plans (ITPs).
• Maintain engineering records and revision control.
• Submit weekly and monthly engineering progress reports.