Electrical Site Engineer

Alqotr; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Alqotr is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor to directly oversee on-site electrical works for residential and commercial projects in Riyadh. You will ensure adherence to approved drawings, technical specs, and the Saudi Building Code, while monitoring quality, productivity, and the project schedule.

You will lead technicians and subcontractors, coordinate with civil/mechanical/architectural teams, and prepare progress reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• 7–10 years of site supervision experience on residential and commercial projects.
• Reading and interpreting electrical/shop drawings fluently.
• Knowledge of SBC and SEC requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily electrical works on-site including power, lighting, and low-current systems.
• Ensure works follow approved drawings, specs, and SBC; monitor quality and schedule.
• Assign tasks to technicians and subcontractors; track progress and productivity.
• Prepare daily/weekly work plans and progress reports for the Project Manager.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and architectural teams to avoid clashes.
• Monitor material usage, perform quantity take-offs, and prepare requisitions.
• Verify compliance before submitting Work Inspection Requests (WIRs).
• Oversee installation of electrical panels, cables, routes, grounding, and low-current systems.
• Supervise testing and commissioning; ensure readiness for operation.
• Address consultant observations within deadlines and ensure closure.
• Ensure health and safety adherence on site and monitor subcontractor performance.

Skills

Site supervision

Electrical drawings

AutoCAD

Excel

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

To directly supervise the execution of electrical works on-site, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, and the Saudi Building Code (SBC), while monitoring work quality, productivity, and the project schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise the daily execution of all electrical works on-site, including power systems, lighting, and low-current systems.
• Monitor the execution of works in accordance with approved shop drawings and technical specifications.
• Assign daily tasks to technicians, workers, and subcontractors, and monitor work progress and productivity rates.
• Prepare daily and weekly work plans and ensure compliance with the project schedule.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and architectural engineers to avoid clashes and conflicts during execution.
• Measure and record completed quantities on-site and monitor the project's material and equipment requirements.
• Ensure the quality of completed works and verify compliance with specifications before submitting Work Inspection Requests (WIRs).
• Follow up on observations and comments issued by the consultant and ensure they are addressed and closed within the specified deadlines.
• Supervise the installation of electrical panels, cables, cable routes, and grounding systems.
• Monitor the installation of low-current systems, including fire alarm systems, CCTV, data networks, and intercom systems.
• Supervise electrical testing and commissioning activities and ensure that systems are ready for operation.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and report project constraints, challenges, and proposed solutions to the Project Manager.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements during the execution of electrical works.
• Monitor subcontractors' activities and ensure the quality of their work and compliance with the required productivity targets.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• A minimum of 7–10 years of experience in electrical works execution for residential and commercial projects.
• Strong experience in site supervision, managing technicians and labor, and coordinating subcontractors.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical drawings and shop drawings.
• Good knowledge of the Saudi Building Code (SBC) and Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to prepare progress reports, quantity take-offs, and material requisitions.
• Strong technical problem-solving and on-site decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple work teams simultaneously.
• Previous experience in major projects within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is preferred.