Senior Electrical Engineer

IRTH Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dubai seeks a qualified Senior Electrical Engineer to oversee project coordination and execution within hospitality and high-rise developments. The candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and have at least 15 years of experience, including project management in the UAE. Key responsibilities include reviewing contractor submissions, ensuring compliance with standards, and addressing site issues efficiently. Offering competitive benefits, this role is ideal for those driven by excellence and ambition.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Performance Bonus

Annual air ticket allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years post-graduate experience in Engineering consultancy in UAE.
• Membership of a professional Engineering Institution would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve contractor's construction program and material submittals.
• Monitor and coordinate construction activities to ensure adherence to timelines.
• Certify quality and completion of works.
• Follow up with local authorities for approvals.
• Provide technical assistance for commissioning and start-up.

Skills

Project coordination and execution skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Critical thinking skills

Knowledge of electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

HV systems

LV systems

Fire Alarm System

UPS and Generator

Job description

At IRTH Group, we are shaping the future with innovation, precision, and excellence. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a qualified and detail-oriented Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic construction team.

About the Role

As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you will be required to work independently and liaise with contractor's technical team at the site technical office and display knowledge and abilities to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to meet basic engineering and construction specifications.

Project Types

Hospitality / Mixed-Use / High-Rise Developments

Responsibility

• Reviewing and approval of contractor's construction program, material submittal, quality control & method statements/methodology.
• Reviewing submitted shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications, local codes and statutory requirements and international best practice.
• Have knowledge of technical submittals including material submittals, RFIs, and pre qualifications and handing over documents.
• Monitor and coordinate construction activities to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Address and resolve issues that arise during the construction phase. Advise Planning Engineer and Construction Manager of any slippage of progress regarding site activities.
• Tracking ongoing documentation by others to meet scheduled milestone and deadline for submittal.
• Make sure that the contractor all material used at site complies with approved material submittal and project specification requirements.
• Verify and certify quality and completion of works.
• Prepare Monthly Materials Report to ensure that all work accomplished complies with the specification requirements.
• Make sure that any non-conformance has been reported through a Non-conformance. Reviewing the project closeout reports as submitted by contractor. And performing other duties as assigned by the Line Manager.
• Follow up with local authorities for timely approvals and no objection certificates.
• Attending factory visits, supplier's plant inspection as required.
• Checking and ensuring effective co-ordination between discipline related works and all other disciplines.
• Manage all site issues and coordinate with office personnel to resolve issues as needed.
• Provide expertise technical assistance for pre-commissioning, energization, commissioning, and start-up, as required by the project.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. Membership of a professional Engineering Institution would be an advantage.
• Minimum of 15 years post graduate experience ideally within an Architectural, Engineering construction consultancy environment in the UAE region.

Experience

• Project coordination and execution skills.
• Expertise in all aspects of electrical engineering within construction, including HV, LV, Telecom, Low current systems, Emergency services, Security system, UPS and Generator, and Fire Alarm System.
• Proven experience in large scale development projects, at least 2-years' experience as a Lead Engineer, managing requirements of a project independently.
• Extensive knowledge of British and American Electrical codes and standards.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Excellent knowledge of local statutory authorities' regulations and submission requirements across Middle East, mainly, UAE - DUBAI.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• Annual air ticket allowance

Why Join IRTH Group?

At IRTH Group, we are not just a company; we are a family committed to building a brighter future together. Guided by our core values of trust, strength, and agility, we empower individuals to thrive and succeed in a dynamic, collaborative environment. We take pride in building great projects in prime locations, designed for future generations and offering exceptional value as an investor's product. IRTH Group stands as a symbol of legacy, resilience, and vision. Rooted in the foundation of a distinguished local family conglomerate, our privately held real estate investment platform draws strength from a heritage spanning over a century.

At IRTH Group, we are not just shaping the industry, we are setting the standard. If you are driven by ambition, excellence, and the pursuit of legacy, this is where your journey begins.

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary?