Electrical Inspector

Mott MacDonald; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking an Electrical Inspector for high-rise and land development projects in the UAE. The role involves conducting site inspections, ensuring compliance with specifications, and managing multiple teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in the field. The company offers flexible working options and various benefits, enhancing work-life balance and supporting professional growth.

Benefits

90 calendar days paid maternity leave

Competitive annual leave

Annual company performance bonus

Qualifications

• Significant experience in electrical engineering.
• Proven experience with electrical components.
• Able to manage diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inspection requests and take appropriate action.
• Conduct site inspections as required.
• Review shop drawings against specifications.
• Report non-compliance of work with specifications.
• Monitor HSE issues to ensure compliance.

Skills

Electrical component knowledge

Leadership skills

Innovative problem-solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to delivering impactful work that shapes the future. We are a team of over 20,000 experts working across the world in more than 50 countries. We are proud to be part of an ever‑changing global industry, delivering transformative work that’s defining our future. It’s our people who power that performance. As an employee‑owned business, we invest in creating a space for everyone to feel safe and valued and empowered with the right tools and support. Whether you want to pursue excellence in your specialism or broaden your experience with flexible roles across our business, you’ll be connected to a community of global experts championing you to be your best. Join us and shape your story with Mott MacDonald, where everyone has the opportunity to be brilliant.

Main Purpose of the Job

We are looking to recruit an Electrical Inspector to work on high‑rise buildings and land development projects in the UAE. Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to and attend inspection requests submitted by the contractor and recommend/take appropriate action where necessary.
• Conduct site inspections when required by the Resident Engineer (RE) and Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE).
• Review submitted shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications; ensure local codes and statutory requirements are adhered to and international best practice is adopted.
• Report any work executed by the contractor that is not compliant with approved specifications; inform stakeholders where necessary.
• Monitor work and assess the HSE and environmental issues, ensuring compliance with contractual specifications and HSE and risk assessments.
• Apply and implement quality assurance and quality control procedures for the site.
• Maintain reports for all site activities including progress reports, ensuring are readily available for inspection.
• Prepare surveillance and non‑conformance reports (NCR) if required.
• Ensure effective co‑ordination between various disciplines.
• Provide technical assistance to resolve any electrical issues that may arise.

Candidate Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an internationally accredited university.
• Significant experience in electrical engineering.
• Proven experience of all electrical components is a must; continuously looking for innovations and improvements to manage workload and accomplish deliverables across individuals, teams and projects.
• Using leadership skills to build and nurture relationships and also creating effective working environments.
• Able to manage multiple teams with diverse backgrounds on geographically and culturally diverse teams.

Flexible Working

We support our staff to create work‑life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

Benefits Package

• 90 calendar days paid maternity leave.
• Competitive annual leave.
• An annual professional institution subscription.
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – subject to company performance.