Security System Engineer

Stantec; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm based in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Security System Engineer to oversee construction supervision of a building project. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree and over 10 years of relevant experience in physical security systems, with a strong understanding of high-end security technologies. Responsibilities include developing technical designs, coordinating with security providers, and ensuring compliance with client policies. This role offers a chance to contribute significantly to impactful projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience in Physical Security Systems in the UAE/Middle East.
• Expertise in Video Management, access control, and perimeter intrusion detection systems.

Responsibilities

• Elaborate designs, including technical specifications and documentation.
• Coordinate security and communications provider requirements for the project.
• Design and document Security and ELV systems including structured cabling.
• Review and approve security technical design packages from contractors.

Skills

Strong knowledge of high-end Security Systems

Strong knowledge of structured cabling and IT components

Strong report writing and verbal communication skills

Education

Engineering Degree in Instrumentation/Electrical/Electronics

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Buildings

At Stantec, we approach every project as a partnership, because our work creates a lasting impact on our clients communities. We believe that when smart, passionate, creative people come together, real possibilities are within reach.

The Stantec community unites more than 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. Our people are at the heart of everything we do; they give our work purpose. If you want to be a part of our unwavering team and can bring your sense of imagination and determination to every challenge, then this is the right place for you.

Stantec is currently looking for a Security System Engineer to join our dynamic site team and support on a construction supervision of a buildings project in Abu-Dhabi.

Key Tasks And Responsibilities

• Elaborate schematic and detailed designs, including technical specifications, employers requirements, BOQ and other technical documents as per tender documentation. You should be able to capture the scope and understand the complete requirements of the project by referring to multiple documents and preliminary studies such as risk assessment and strategic conceptual reports, architectural and structural drawings, as well as other documents and schematics from other disciplines.
• Work as part of a local and international Security & Technology Advisory team on a diverse range of projects.
• Coordinate security (ADMCC; MOI-SSD etc.) and communications provider (DU, Etisalat, etc.) requirements for the project team.
• Design and document Security and ELV systems ranging from communications structured cabling systems, networking infrastructure and audio-visual systems.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and partner with internal and external clients.
• Participate in site investigations and utilize strong report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Review, comment and approve security technical design packages that are developed by other. You will follow-up the process to ensure the security contractor will issue an Issue for Construction package that is compliant with the project's security strategy, concepts, and client's policies, principles and operational requirements.
• Assist the client in preparing and attending project kick-off, progress and coordination meetings during the construction stage of the project, once the security contractor is awarded. You should provide supervision services such as regular site inspections and related minutes and compliance/ non-compliance reports.
• Prepare and lead technical design review workshops with the security contractors; you will deal with technical queries, compliance, deviations log, and risk logs, and record minutes of meeting in a structured way.
• Escalate issues at the right time, so as not to affect the project delivery schedule; any escalations with respect to the scope devotions/assumptions must be clearly backed up with adequate documentation.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree in (Instrumentation / Electrical / Electronics / Electronics & Communication).
• 10 years of relevant experience in Physical Security Systems in the UAE / Middle East
• Strong knowledge of high-end Security Systems (Video Management, video analytics, Access Control, Thermal and EO/IR imaging, ground radars, ANPR, Fencing and Perimeter Intrusion Detection System, control rooms, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of other related disciplines and security systems' associated network and ELV infrastructure: structured cabling, IT active components, wireless communications, etc