Senior Civil Projects Lead – Substations & Transmission

National Contracting Company; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

National Contracting Company seeks an experienced Senior Civil Engineering Manager to lead substations, overhead transmission lines and underground cable projects in Kuwait. You will direct end-to-end delivery, manage design reviews, coordinate with clients and regulators, and drive safety, quality and on-time completion across complex civil works.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, control budgets, forecast costs, review tenders, and ensure compliance with KSE standards and local

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of experience, including 7+ years in senior management in civil works for Substation, Tower Line and Underground Cable projects.
• Valid Kuwait Society of Engineers (KSE) membership and PMP certification.
• Strong project leadership, budgeting, planning, QA/QC, reporting and presentation skills.
• Sound knowledge of geotechnical reports and design specifications; adhere to standards.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to lead with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the execution of civil works for substations, overhead transmission lines (OHTL) and underground cable projects within scope, timelines and budget.
• Manage end-to-end delivery of substations and transmission line foundations, control buildings, cable trenches and drainage systems.
• Provide leadership to project teams, site engineers and subcontractors; set objectives and optimize resources.
• Oversee project financials, planning and scheduling; budget control, cost forecasting and progress tracking.
• Review and approve civil/structural designs; ensure adherence to NCC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotations, review BOQs and payment applications; manage variations and claims.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and internal teams; report to top management on status and risks.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Planning

QA/QC

Stakeholder mgmt

Risk mgmt

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

National Contracting Company seeks an experienced Senior Civil Engineering Manager to lead substations, overhead transmission lines and underground cable projects in Kuwait. You will direct end-to-end delivery, manage design reviews, coordinate with clients and regulators, and drive safety, quality and on-time completion across complex civil works.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, control budgets, forecast costs, review tenders, and ensure compliance with KSE standards and local