Resident Civil Engineer — OHL Transmission Projects (Travel)

WSP Global Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Resident Engineer - Civil to lead overhead transmission line projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring schedule and budget adherence.

The role requires 15+ years in civil engineering with OHL project focus, PE preferred, and proficiency in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, AutoCAD. You will coordinate with internal teams, stakeholders, and ensure HSE compliance on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Master's preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of civil engineering experience focusing on overhead transmission line projects.
• Extensive knowledge of transmission line design, construction, and maintenance, including tower configurations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site technical leader for EPC civil works, supervising contractors and daily OHL construction activities.
• Inspect and approve earthworks, foundations, access roads, and drainage per drawings and ITPs.
• Review and approve civil drawings, shop drawings, and geotechnical reports.
• Ensure HSE standards and UAE safety regulations on site and promote safety-first culture.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, attend progress meetings, and submit progress reports.
• Maintain site documentation, RFIs and NCRs, and ensure proper handover on project closeout.

Skills

PE license

Leadership

Project management

HSE compliance

Stakeholder management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Resident Engineer - Civil to lead overhead transmission line projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring schedule and budget adherence.

The role requires 15+ years in civil engineering with OHL project focus, PE preferred, and proficiency in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, AutoCAD. You will coordinate with internal teams, stakeholders, and ensure HSE compliance on site.