Electrical Engineer - Construction Supervision

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support building construction supervision activities in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role requires inspecting electrical installations, verifying compliance with engineering specifications, and applying established standards to support project delivery.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 8 years in electrical engineering, including at least 3 years in site supervision or project management, along with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of professional experience in electrical engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in site supervision or project management.
• Strong knowledge of UAE electrical codes, standards and construction regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design software.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering and construction supervision duties under general supervision.
• Conduct independent site walk-downs and inspections of installed electrical components and systems.
• Verify that electrical installations comply with approved engineering designs, technical specifications, and construction requirements.
• Apply established engineering techniques, procedures, and evaluation criteria to construction activities.
• Assess installation quality and identify discrepancies between completed works and approved design requirements.
• Exercise professional engineering judgment when evaluating technical details and construction conditions.
• Support compliance with applicable engineering standards throughout electrical installation activities.
• Evaluate electrical construction activities using standard engineering principles and accepted professional practices.
• Review technical requirements associated with electrical systems, power distribution, and installation works.
• Apply knowledge of electrical engineering design and construction specifications to assess site conditions.
• Identify technical issues affecting the compliance or performance of installed electrical systems.
• Support the resolution of engineering and construction-related concerns through appropriate technical assessment.
• Use engineering drawings and relevant design information to verify installation requirements.
• Inspect installed electrical works to confirm conformance with approved specifications and engineering designs.
• Conduct site assessments to evaluate construction workmanship and technical compliance.
• Identify deviations from established electrical installation requirements.
• Document relevant inspection observations and communicate technical concerns to appropriate project personnel.
• Apply sound professional judgment when assessing installation details and construction quality.
• Support consistent implementation of electrical engineering and construction standards.
• Perform quantity surveys of electrical construction works for project tracking and reporting purposes.
• Verify relevant quantities associated with installed electrical components and construction activities.
• Maintain accurate information to support progress monitoring and project reporting.
• Communicate quantity survey findings and relevant construction observations to project personnel.
• Support the preparation of technical information required for construction progress assessment.
• Coordinate with relevant engineering and construction personnel on electrical installation matters.
• Provide technical direction to drafters, technicians, and surveyors when required.
• Communicate engineering requirements and inspection findings to appropriate team members.
• Support coordination between engineering design requirements and site construction activities.
• Apply leadership and team management skills to support effective technical collaboration.
• Contribute to the resolution of site-related engineering issues through professional communication and sound technical judgment.
• Apply knowledge of UAE electrical codes, engineering standards, and construction regulations.
• Verify that inspected electrical installations meet applicable technical requirements.
• Support compliance with approved engineering specifications and relevant construction procedures.
• Identify potential non-compliance issues during site inspections.
• Maintain awareness of applicable electrical engineering practices and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Site supervision

Project management

UAE electrical codes

Engineering design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Electrical design software

Job description

Electrical Engineer - Construction Supervision

Job Snapshot – Role: Electrical Engineer – Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Industry: Engineering – Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering – Experience: Minimum 8 years in electrical engineering, including at least 3 years in site supervision or project management – Job Type: Full Time – Work Arrangement: On-site

AECOM is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support building construction supervision activities in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position involves inspecting electrical installations, verifying compliance with engineering specifications, and applying established technical standards to support construction quality and project delivery. Working within AECOM's Buildings and Places business line, the Electrical Engineer will perform independent site inspections, assess installed electrical systems, conduct quantity surveys, and provide technical guidance to relevant project personnel. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of electrical engineering experience, including at least 3 years in site supervision or project management. Strong knowledge of UAE electrical regulations, power distribution systems, installation practices, and engineering design software is required.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Engineering
• Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical engineering and construction supervision duties under general supervision.
• Conduct independent site walk-downs and inspections of installed electrical components and systems.
• Verify that electrical installations comply with approved engineering designs, technical specifications, and construction requirements.
• Apply established electrical engineering techniques, procedures, and evaluation criteria to construction activities.
• Assess installation quality and identify discrepancies between completed works and approved design requirements.
• Exercise professional engineering judgment when evaluating technical details and construction conditions.
• Support compliance with applicable engineering standards throughout electrical installation activities.
• Evaluate electrical construction activities using standard engineering principles and accepted professional practices.
• Review technical requirements associated with electrical systems, power distribution, and installation works.
• Apply knowledge of electrical engineering design and construction specifications to assess site conditions.
• Identify technical issues affecting the compliance or performance of installed electrical systems.
• Support the resolution of engineering and construction-related concerns through appropriate technical assessment.
• Use engineering drawings and relevant design information to verify installation requirements.
• Inspect installed electrical works to confirm conformance with approved specifications and engineering designs.
• Conduct site assessments to evaluate construction workmanship and technical compliance.
• Identify deviations from established electrical installation requirements.
• Document relevant inspection observations and communicate technical concerns to appropriate project personnel.
• Apply sound professional judgment when assessing installation details and construction quality.
• Support consistent implementation of electrical engineering and construction standards.
• Perform quantity surveys of electrical construction works for project tracking and reporting purposes.
• Verify relevant quantities associated with installed electrical components and construction activities.
• Maintain accurate information to support progress monitoring and project reporting.
• Communicate quantity survey findings and relevant construction observations to project personnel.
• Support the preparation of technical information required for construction progress assessment.
• Coordinate with relevant engineering and construction personnel on electrical installation matters.
• Provide technical direction to drafters, technicians, and surveyors when required.
• Communicate engineering requirements and inspection findings to appropriate team members.
• Support coordination between engineering design requirements and site construction activities.
• Apply leadership and team management skills to support effective technical collaboration.
• Contribute to the resolution of site-related engineering issues through professional communication and sound technical judgment.
• Apply knowledge of UAE electrical codes, engineering standards, and construction regulations.
• Verify that inspected electrical installations meet applicable technical requirements.
• Support compliance with approved engineering specifications and relevant construction procedures.
• Identify potential non-compliance issues during site inspections.
• Maintain awareness of applicable electrical engineering practices and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in electrical engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in site supervision or project management.
• Strong knowledge of UAE electrical codes, technical standards, and construction regulations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical engineering design software.
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical systems, power distribution, and installation practices.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to construction activities.
• Capability to conduct independent site inspections and evaluate compliance with approved engineering specifications.

Technical Skills and Professional Competencies

• Electrical engineering and building construction supervision.
• Electrical installation inspection and technical compliance verification.
• Electrical power distribution systems and installation practices.
• Interpretation of engineering drawings and construction specifications.
• AutoCAD and electrical design software.
• UAE electrical codes, standards, and construction regulations.
• Site walk-downs and installed equipment inspections.
• Engineering quality assessment and technical problem-solving.
• Electrical construction quantity surveying.
• Construction progress tracking and technical reporting.
• Application of established engineering procedures and evaluation criteria.
• Technical coordination with drafters, technicians, and surveyors.
• Professional engineering judgment and attention to detail.
• Leadership, team management, and effective communication.
• Ability to work independently within established supervision arrangements.

Recruitment and Onboarding Requirements

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activities seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Employee Benefits and Professional Development

AECOM offers employee benefits depending on employment status and applicable eligibility requirements. These may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, leave benefits, employee assistance programmes, well-being resources, business travel insurance, retirement savings arrangements, and other available employee programmes. The company supports professional development through technical training, knowledge sharing, and leadership development opportunities. Employees can work alongside experienced engineering and construction professionals while contributing to building projects and developing their technical expertise in electrical engineering, site supervision, and construction management.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting and professional services firm committed to delivering a better world. The company provides integrated solutions across buildings, transportation, water, environment, and energy, supporting public-and private-sector clients with complex infrastructure and development projects. Its services include advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management, and construction management, helping clients develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle. AECOM brings together more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including engineers, architects, planners, designers, scientists, digital specialists, and construction management professionals. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The organization promotes collaboration, professional development, and equal employment opportunities while pursuing its purpose of delivering a better world.