EHV Substation Civil Construction Lead

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 550,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC invites applications for a Lead Civil Construction role focused on EHV substations in Abu Dhabi. The candidate will oversee civil scope from mobilization to handover, coordinating with electrical, MEP and commissioning teams to ensure timely interfaces and safe execution.

Applicants should have strong leadership, experience with 400kV GIS substation projects, and familiarity with Abu Dhabi utility specs.

Qualifications

• Experience on TAQA / TRANSCO transmission projects in Abu Dhabi.
• Strong leadership and multicultural site team management.
• Knowledge of civil works for EHV substations (foundations, earthworks, drainage).
• Ability to review IFC drawings, shop drawings, civil/structural calculations.
• Familiarity with Abu Dhabi / UAE utility specs and HSE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil construction scope for EHV substations from mobilization to handover.
• Plan, supervise and control site activities including earthworks, foundations, duct banks and external infrastructure.
• Coordinate with electrical, MEP and commissioning teams to manage interfaces and schedules.
• Manage civil subcontractors and site personnel to ensure quality and progress.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and maintain site documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Site coordination

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

MS Project

HSE compliance

English communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC invites applications for a Lead Civil Construction role focused on EHV substations in Abu Dhabi. The candidate will oversee civil scope from mobilization to handover, coordinating with electrical, MEP and commissioning teams to ensure timely interfaces and safe execution.

Applicants should have strong leadership, experience with 400kV GIS substation projects, and familiarity with Abu Dhabi utility specs.