RE - Civil - Substation

Atkins Realis Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group is seeking a Resident Engineer Civil Substations in the UAE to lead on-site civil works for GIS/AIS substations. You will supervise foundation works, control buildings and drainage, ensuring compliance with design specs, quality standards and project timelines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience, including 132kV or higher substations, and UAE/GCC utility exposure. consultancy/site supervision experience is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer/Chartered Engineer certification is an advantage.
• UAE/GCC utility project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise civil works related to GIS AIS substations, including control buildings and foundations.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Review and approve material submittals, shop drawings, RFIs and method statements.
• Ensure QA/QC procedures and HSE requirements are followed.
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, protection and commissioning teams.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and utility authorities.
• Review progress reports, variations and contractor claims.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover and close-out activities.

Skills

Civil engineering

Construction supervision

On-site coordination

QA/QC

HSE compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer/Chartered Engineer (advantage)

Tools

GIS

AIS Substations knowledge

Job description

Job Overview

As a Resident Engineer Civil Substations you will be responsible for leading and supervising all civil works associated with substation construction projects. You will ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with design specifications, quality standards, safety regulations and project timelines. Acting as the key on-site representative you will coordinate with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure efficient execution and successful completion of high-voltage substation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all civil works related to GIS AIS substations including Control buildings, Transformer foundations, Gantry foundations, Cable trenches and duct banks, Boundary walls and fencing, Roads, drainage and underground utilities, Oil containment pits and firewater structures
• Monitor contractor performance, progress and compliance with approved drawings and specifications
• Review and approve material submittments, shop drawings, RFIs and method statements
• Ensure compliance with QA QC procedures and HSE requirements
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, protection and commissioning teams
• Liaise with clients, contractors and utility authorities
• Review progress reports, variations and contractor claims
• Support testing, commissioning, project handover and close-out activities

Education and Certification

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer/Chartered Engineer certification is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience in civil engineering and construction supervision.
• Minimum 10 years of experience on 132kV and above substation projects.
• Proven experience in GIS and AIS substations.
• Consultancy/site supervision experience is mandatory.
• UAE/GCC utility project experience is preferred.