Electrical Inspector - Infrastructure Projects Job Snapshot - Role: Inspector - Electrical (Infrastructure) - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Building-Construction Inspection - Experience: Minimum 7 years, including at least 5 years in infrastructure and electrical utility projects - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Position Overview AECOM is seeking an experienced Electrical Inspector to supervise and inspect electrical infrastructure works associated with roads, highways, and utility projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position involves monitoring the installation of low-voltage (LV), medium-voltage (MV), and high-voltage (HV) power distribution networks, street lighting systems, electrical duct banks, cable infrastructure, transformers, switchgear, and associated electrical facilities. The successful candidate will verify that electrical construction activities comply with approved engineering drawings, technical specifications, applicable utility authority requirements, quality standards, and health and safety procedures. The role also requires coordination with contractors, Resident Engineers, utility providers, and other discipline inspectors to support construction quality, testing, and commissioning activities.
Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Building-Construction Inspection - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Infrastructure Inspection
- Inspect and supervise electrical installation works to verify compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, and applicable authority standards.
- Inspect LV, MV, and HV cable distribution networks, including cable routes, trenching, duct banks, and cable protection systems.
- Verify cable sizes, types, ratings, specifications, and associated materials against approved material submittals.
- Inspect electrical ducts, conduits, cable trays, cable ladders, and related installation accessories.
- Monitor the installation of electrical chambers, handholes, manholes, and associated underground cable infrastructure.
- Verify cable trench bedding, sand surrounds, protective tiles, warning tapes, and backfilling works.
- Check that electrical services are properly coordinated with other underground utilities and that required clearances are maintained.
- Identify installation defects or deviations from approved construction requirements and report findings to the responsible Engineer.
Power Distribution and Electrical Equipment
- Supervise and inspect the installation of feeder pillars, distribution boards, switchgear, transformers, and electrical panels.
- Verify that electrical equipment and installation materials conform to approved specifications and technical submissions.
- Inspect cable pulling, dressing, glanding, termination, jointing, and identification activities.
- Monitor the installation of earthing and lightning protection systems, including earth pits and bonding connections.
- Verify the quality and compliance of electrical equipment installations against approved drawings and project requirements.
- Coordinate with relevant engineering personnel regarding installation observations and outstanding technical issues.
Street Lighting and Road Infrastructure
- Inspect the installation of street lighting poles, foundations, brackets, and lighting fixtures.
- Monitor electrical works associated with roads, highways, and related infrastructure developments.
- Verify that street lighting installations comply with approved shop drawings, technical specifications, and applicable authority requirements.
- Inspect associated cable networks, electrical connections, and supporting infrastructure.
- Coordinate with civil works inspectors and contractors where electrical installations interface with roads, drainage, and other infrastructure systems.
Electrical Testing and Commissioning
- Witness electrical testing activities in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Verify insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance, and cable testing activities.
- Monitor relevant electrical testing and commissioning procedures, including energization activities.
- Review testing records and report results or observations requiring engineering attention.
- Coordinate with contractors, testing personnel, and utility providers regarding testing schedules and inspection requirements.
- Ensure testing activities follow applicable project specifications, quality procedures, and electrical safety requirements.
Quality Assurance and Construction Compliance
- Review approved electrical shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, Inspection and Test Plans, and risk assessments before relevant construction activities commence.
- Review and inspect Work Inspection Requests (WIRs) to verify compliance with approved construction documents.
- Monitor electrical workmanship and identify defective or non‑compliant installations.
- Raise Site Observation Reports (SORs) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) when required.
- Follow up on corrective actions and monitor the resolution of identified quality issues.
- Apply approved inspection and quality control procedures throughout electrical construction activities.
- Maintain accurate inspection records, testing reports, approved material documentation, and quality records.
Utility Authority Coordination
- Verify that electrical installations comply with applicable requirements of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC), Al Ain Distribution Company (AADC), and other relevant authorities, where applicable to the project.
- Coordinate with utility providers, contractors, and relevant authorities regarding electrical inspections, testing, and compliance requirements.
- Support the resolution of technical issues involving electrical infrastructure and utility interfaces.
- Coordinate with other discipline inspectors to verify the integration of electrical works with surrounding infrastructure.
- Provide inspection information and supporting documentation required for authority-related reviews.
Site Supervision and Reporting
- Monitor daily electrical construction activities and verify that works are progressing in accordance with approved project schedules.
- Coordinate inspection activities with the Resident Engineer, contractors, and relevant site personnel.
- Prepare site inspection reports documenting electrical installation progress, observations, and compliance status.
- Maintain records of Work Inspection Requests, material approvals, testing results, NCRs, and SORs.
- Support the preparation and verification of electrical as-built documentation.
- Communicate outstanding inspection issues and construction quality concerns to the responsible engineering team.
- Maintain organized project records to support quality reviews, inspections, and project closeout.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
- Monitor compliance with applicable Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements during electrical construction activities.
- Review relevant risk assessments and approved method statements before inspections and associated works.
- Observe electrical installation and testing activities for compliance with approved safety procedures.
- Identify unsafe practices and communicate safety concerns to the responsible project personnel.
- Support the application of electrical safety requirements during cable installation, equipment testing, and commissioning activities.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor 's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of professional experience in construction supervision and electrical inspection.
- At least 5 years of experience dedicated to infrastructure and electrical utility projects.
- Proven experience inspecting LV, MV, and HV electrical distribution networks.
- Practical experience with street lighting systems, electrical duct banks, cable chambers, feeder pillars, substations, and associated infrastructure.
- Experience working on roads, highways, residential developments, industrial developments, or municipal infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with relevant utility authority requirements, including DEWA, RTA, ADDC, and AADC.
- Strong knowledge of electrical installation standards, power distribution systems, cable network construction, testing, and commissioning requirements.
- Experience reviewing electrical shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, Inspection and Test Plans, and risk assessments.
- Experience witnessing electrical testing and commissioning activities, including insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance, cable testing, and energization procedures.
- Strong understanding of electrical safety regulations, construction quality control, and applicable technical standards.
- Valid UAE driving license is preferred.
Technical Skills and Competencies
- Inspection of LV, MV, and HV power distribution networks.
- Underground cable installation, trenching, duct banks, and cable protection systems.
- Street lighting and road lighting infrastructure inspection.
- Installation inspection of transformers, switchgear, distribution boards, feeder pillars, and electrical panels.
- Cable pulling, termination, jointing, glanding, and identification procedures.
- Earthing, bonding, and lightning protection systems.
- Electrical testing, commissioning, and energization procedures.
- Review of electrical drawings, technical specifications, and approved material submittals.
- Inspection and Test Plans, Work Inspection Requests, and construction quality procedures.
- Preparation of Site Observation Reports, Non‑Conformance Reports, and inspection documentation.
- Knowledge of relevant UAE utility authority requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic inspection management systems.
- Strong communication and coordination skills when working with Resident Engineers, contractors, utility authorities, and clients.
- Ability to identify technical defects, monitor corrective actions, and maintain accurate inspection records.
Preferred Project Experience
- Roads and highway infrastructure projects.
- Street lighting and road lighting systems.
- LV, MV, and HV power distribution networks.
- Utility corridors and electrical duct bank systems.
- Residential and mixed‑use developments.
- Industrial infrastructure projects.
- Municipal infrastructure and utility developments.
- Design‑build and construction supervision consultancy projects.
Recruitment and Onboarding
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.
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Leave arrangements
- Employee assistance programs
- Well‑being resources
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plans
- Employee stock purchase opportunities
AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a workplace based on respect, collaboration, and inclusion.
Candidate information is handled confidentially in accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity guidelines.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing professional services across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. The company works with public‑and private‑sector clients to develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions to complex infrastructure challenges. Its multidisciplinary teams provide services throughout the project lifecycle, including advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management. AECOM brings together more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital specialists, and construction management professionals. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
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Job Reference: J10163616 Business Line: Transportation Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa Career Area: Quality