Project Coordinator (Electrical / I&C) - Nuclear

Egis; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Project/Area Coordinator to manage activities during nuclear outages in Abu Dhabi. The role requires overseeing maintenance and safety compliance, coordinating logistics, and ensuring timely execution of electrical/I&C tasks. Candidates should have proven experience in outage coordination or similar roles in high-risk environments and a strong understanding of outage schedules and critical path management. A commitment to safety and adherence to industry regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in outage coordination or related roles within nuclear or high-risk industries.
• Strong understanding of outage schedules, critical path management, and maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduled activities during nuclear outages.
• Coordinate logistics and resolve issues for electrical/I&C systems.
• Act as the primary interface with the client for critical work progress.
• Collaborate to resolve technical or logistical issues.

Skills

Outage coordination

Critical path management

Maintenance processes

Job description

About Us

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

About the Role

Project/Area Coordinator is responsible for overseeing scheduled activities during nuclear outages, which occur. The role ensures that maintenance and operational tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and within the planned timeline, with a strong focus on critical and near-critical path activities.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Outage Phase

• Readiness Follow‑Up: Follow up and challenge teams to ensure they are fully prepared for the upcoming outage in their area of specialization (Electrical/I&C).
• Logistics Support: Assist in coordinating logistics and resolving issues related to electrical, I&C systems to ensure smooth readiness for outages.
• Coordination for Readiness: Ensure resources, tools, and materials specific to the specialization are ready and in place before the outage begins.

Outage Phase

• Activity Oversight: Oversee scheduled tasks within the scope, specializing in Electrical/I&C systems, using a 3‑day lookahead schedule to ensure readiness and timely execution.
• Team Coordination: Ensure supervisors and technicians in the relevant discipline are briefed, prepared, and start activities on time. Address challenges specific to electrical, I&C tasks.
• Client‑Contractor Interface: Act as the primary interface with the client, especially for critical or near‑critical path work, and work progress.
• Progress Reporting: Report on the status of ongoing and completed activities within the specialization, with an emphasis on critical path milestones.
• Priority Management Provide direction on task priorities, adjusting them as needed during the shift to accommodate emergent challenges or delays in Electrical/I&C systems.
• Problem Solving: Collaborate with team leads and supervisors to resolve technical or logistical issues in the specialized area, escalating when needed to ensure timely resolution.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure that all Electrical/I&C activities adhere to safety protocols, industry regulations, and client‑specific requirements.

Non‑Outage Phase

• Project Management Support: Assist the back office in planning and managing projects for nuclear and other projects.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to improvements based on lessons learned in electrical/I&C or systems from previous outages.
• Documentation & Reporting: Support the preparation of technical reports and evaluations specific to the specialized area, aiding in continuous improvement and future outage readiness.
• Team Preparation: Assist in preparing teams and resources for upcoming outages or projects.

What do we need from you

• Proven experience in outage coordination or related roles within nuclear or high‑risk industries.
• Strong understanding of outage schedules, critical path management, and maintenance processes.