Senior Civil Engineer - OHTL & Substation Projects

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

7 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC is seeking a seasoned Civil Engineer to lead overhead transmission line projects in Abu Dhabi. You will supervise tower foundations, earthworks, and access roads, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and client requirements while maintaining safety and schedule.

The role requires 8–10 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of 132kV/220kV/400kV projects, and familiarity with TAQA standards.

Qualifications

8–10 years of relevant experience in civil engineering works for overhead transmission line projects.
Experience with 132kV, 220kV and 400kV OHTL construction projects.
Knowledge of tower foundation construction, earthworks, concrete works and testing.
TAQA-approved or TAQA-competent candidates will be considered an added advantage.
Experience in substation civil works incl. foundations, earthworks, drainage.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise civil engineering activities for high‑voltage OHTL projects (132kV/220kV/400kV).
Oversee tower foundations, excavation, reinforcement, concrete works, backfilling and testing.
Review civil drawings, foundation design details, geotechnical reports and specs.
Coordinate with survey teams for tower locations, setting-out and alignment.
Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers on civil activities.
Monitor progress, identify delays and implement corrective actions to meet milestones.
Ensure execution per method statements, ITPs and applicable standards.
Provide guidance to civil engineers, site engineers, and construction teams.