Site Engineer - Civil

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering in Dubai seeks a Civil Site Engineer to plan, supervise and execute civil works for electrical substations in line with project specs and UAE authority standards.

You will coordinate with design teams, subcontractors and consultants to ensure safe, on-time delivery of foundations, cable trenches, control buildings and drainage, while maintaining quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 4–8 years of civil construction experience.
• 2–3 years in UAE substation projects.
• Experience in high voltage substations preferred.
• Knowledge of authority standards (DEWA/ADDC/TRANSCO).
• UAE driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day civil construction at substations per drawings and specs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for foundations, trenches, GIS buildings, roads.
• Plan weekly and daily work with construction manager; monitor schedule.
• Coordinate with consultants and electrical/mechanical teams for interfaces.
• Ensure QA/QC compliance and maintain records.
• Uphold HSE standards and safe practices on site.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Communication skills

Coordination

Problem solving

Planning

Leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

AutoCAD familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project / Primavera

MS Word

AutoCAD (basic)

ERP systems (preferred)

Job description

Job Purpose

The Civil Site Engineer for substation projects is responsible for planning supervising and executing civil construction activities at electrical substations in compliance with project specifications authority requirements safety standards and quality procedures The role ensures that all civil works such as foundations cable trenches control buildings equipment plinths boundary walls roads and drainage systems are executed efficiently safely and within schedule The Civil Site Engineer acts as the key interface between the design team subcontractors consultants and project management to ensure smooth project execution The position requires strong coordination skills technical knowledge of substation civil works and familiarity with UAE authority standards such as ADDC AADC DEWA SEWA FEWA EtihadWE and TRANSCO

Key Responsibilities

• A Site Execution amp SupervisionSupervise day-to-day civil construction activities at substation sites Ensure works are carried out as per approved drawings method statements and project specifications Coordinate with subcontractors for execution of foundations cable trenches transformer bunds GIS buildings control rooms and internal roads Monitor excavation backfilling compaction and concrete works Ensure proper levels and alignment for equipment foundations Supervise installation of underground utilities and drainage systems Verify rebar placement formwork embedment installation and concrete pouring Check compliance with approved ITPs Inspection and Test Plans Ensure proper curing and protection of concrete structures
• B Planning amp SchedulingPrepare weekly and daily work plans in coordination with the construction manager Monitor progress against project schedule and highlight delays Coordinate with procurement team for material delivery Ensure manpower and equipment availability for planned activities Assist in preparation of look-ahead schedules Support recovery plans in case of project delays
• C Coordination with StakeholdersLiaise with consultants for inspections and approvals Coordinate with electrical and mechanical teams for interface works Communicate with surveyors for setting out works Attend site coordination meetings with contractors and clients Resolve site technical issues in consultation with design team Coordinate with QA QC engineers for inspections
• D Quality Control amp AssuranceEnsure all materials comply with approved submittals Conduct site checks before consultant inspections Monitor concrete cube testing and compaction tests Ensure compliance with authority standards ADDC DEWA etc Maintain site quality records Ensure corrective actions for non-conformance reports NCRs Follow approved method statements
• E Health Safety amp Environment HSE Enforce safety procedures at site Conduct daily toolbox talks with workforce Ensure use of PPE by all workers Monitor safe excavation practices Ensure barricading of open trenches and pits Coordinate lifting operations for heavy equipment foundations Report incidents and near misses Ensure compliance with UAE HSE regulations
• F Survey amp Setting OutVerify benchmarks and reference points Coordinate with surveyor for layout of buildings and foundations Check finished levels of cable trenches and roads Ensure proper slope for drainage systems Verify as-built coordinates
• G Documentation amp ReportingPrepare daily progress reports Maintain site diaries Record manpower and equipment deployment Prepare inspection requests IRs Track material delivery and usage Maintain drawing register Prepare red-mark drawings for as-built documentation Assist in preparation of monthly progress reports

Scope of Civil Works in Substation Projects

• Substation control building construction
• GIS building civil works
• Transformer foundations
• Reactor foundations
• Equipment plinths
• Cable trenches and troughs
• Cable basement works
• Oil containment bunds
• Boundary wall and fencing
• Internal asphalt concrete roads
• Stormwater drainage systems
• Earthing pits and chambers
• Water tanks and pump rooms
• Security buildings
• Equipment gantry foundations
• Firefighting water reservoir structures
• Duct banks and underground sleeves

Technical Requirements

• Good understanding of substation layout drawings
• Knowledge of reinforced concrete structures
• Experience in heavy equipment foundations
• Understanding of soil conditions and ground improvement
• Familiarity with cable trench construction
• Knowledge of concrete mix design and testing
• Ability to read IFC drawings and shop drawings
• Understanding of UAE construction standards
• Experience with excavation and shoring systems
• Knowledge of waterproofing and joint sealing

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 4 8 years of experience in civil construction
• At least 2 3 years in substation projects in UAE
• Experience in high voltage substations preferred
• Knowledge of authority standards DEWA ADDC TRANSCO
• UAE driving license preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of civil works
• Good communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple teams
• Problem-solving capability
• Planning and organizational skills
• Leadership abilities
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Familiarity with AutoCAD drawings
• Bachelor s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 4 8 years of experience in civil construction
• At least 2 3 years in substation projects in UAE
• Experience in high voltage substants
• Knowledge of authority standards (DEWA/ADDC/TRANSCO)
• UAE driving license preferred
• Strong technical knowledge of civil works
• Good communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple teams
• Problem-solving capability
• Planning and organizational skills
• Leadership abilities
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Familiarity with AutoCAD drawings
• AutoCAD (basic review)MS ExcelMS Project / Primavera (basic)MS WordInspection management systemsERP systems (preferred)