Senior Engineer - ICT / Security

WSP in the Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Senior Engineer - ICT / Security Systems to lead ICT/ELV installations on major construction projects in Dubai. You will oversee design adherence, coordinate with contractors, and supervise testing, commissioning and handover of CCTV, access control, fibre optic and network systems.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications/Electrical/Electronics, 13+ years in ICT/ELV with 7+ years in supervision or consultancy, plus strong technical review,

Qualifications

• Experience in ICT/ELV engineering and construction supervision.
• Strong capability in reviewing ICT/ELV designs, shop drawings, submittals and ITPs.
• GCC experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve shop drawings, submittals and design documentation for ICT/ELV systems.
• Review contractor method statements for structured cabling and fibre optic installations.
• Review ITPs, checklists and testing procedures to ensure quality.
• Monitor site activities to ensure works meet drawings, specs and standards.
• Conduct site inspections, witness testing, and commissioning for ICT/ELV and security systems.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors and design teams to resolve issues and maintain progress.
• Verify installed systems comply with project specifications and authority requirements.
• Provide regular quality, safety and progress reports to project leadership.
• Support closeout activities with testing records, as-built drawings, and handover docs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Technical review

Reporting skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications/Electrical/Electronics

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer - ICT / Security Systems to join our Construction Supervision team. The successful candidate will oversee the installation and delivery of ICT, ELV and Security Systems on major construction projects, ensuring compliance with approved designs, technical specifications, quality standards, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve shop drawings, technical submittals, material submittals, and design documentation related to ICT, security and ELV systems.
• Review and provide technical comments on contractor method statements, particularly for structured cabling and fibre optic installation works.
• Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), checklists, testing procedures, and quality documentation.
• Monitor site activities to ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant international standards.
• Conduct site inspections and witness testing and commissioning activities for systems including:
• Structured Cabling Systems
• Fibre Optic Networks
• CCTV and Video Surveillance Systems
• Access Control Systems
• Intrusion Detection Systems
• Public Address Systems
• Intercom Systems
• Network and Telecommunications Infrastructure
• Integrated Security Systems
• Coordinate with contractors, specialist vendors, design teams, and client representatives to resolve technical issues and maintain project progress.
• Review RFIs, NCRs, and technical queries, providing timely recommendations and resolutions.
• Verify that installed systems comply with project specifications, authority requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Monitor quality, safety, and progress of ICT/ELV works and provide regular reports to project leadership.
• Support project closeout activities, including review of testing records, as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and handover documentation.
• Supervise the installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of ICT, ELV, and Security Systems on construction projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 13 years of experience in ICT/ELV engineering, with at least 7 years in construction supervision or PMC/consultancy environments.
• Strong experience in reviewing ICT, ELV and Security System designs, shop drawings, submittals, ITPs, and method statements.
• Demonstrated experience on major building, mixed-use, commercial, hospitality, infrastructure, or data centre projects.
• Sound knowledge of:
• Structured Cabling Systems
• ICT Infrastructure
• CCTV
• Access Control
• Security Systems
• Fibre Optic Networks
• Public Address Systems
• Telecom Systems
• Familiarity with international standards such as TIA/EIA, BICSI, IEC, NFPA, and relevant local authority requirements.
• Strong technical review, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and reporting skills.
• GCC experience is preferred.

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