Electrical Site Engineer – MEP Construction | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

i-operation; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

i-operation is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Engineer to lead electrical site execution and oversee MEP construction activities in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires supervision of installations, coordination with subcontractors, and reviews of drawings and submittals to ensure schedule, safety, and quality compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, strong expertise in shop drawings, material approvals, and site inspections, with Saudi project exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Five years minimum relevant experience.
• Experience in MEP construction projects within Saudi Arabia is mandatory.
• Previous Saudi Arabia work experience is required.
• Transferable Iqama is mandatory for non-Saudi applicants.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily electrical site execution and installation activities.
• Manage electrical construction works according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Review electrical drawings, shop drawings, and construction documentation.
• Review submittals, material approvals, and installation method statements.
• Coordinate electrical works with MEP teams, subcontractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor installation progress and adherence to project schedules.
• Identify site challenges and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate site inspections and follow up on requests.
• Ensure timely completion of electrical installation activities.
• Prepare accurate daily and weekly progress reports.
• Maintain site documentation and records.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance on site.

Skills

Electrical site execution

MEP construction

Electrical installation supervision

Drawing reviews

Submittals & material approvals

Shop drawings

Site inspections

Coordination with subcontractors

Safety procedures

Saudi Arabia market experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Department: Electrical Engineering / MEP Construction

Industry: Construction & Engineering

Required Experience: Minimum 5 Years

Job Category:

• Engineering & Technical
• Construction & Real Estate
• Energy, Oil & Gas

Job Overview

An exciting career opportunity is available for an experienced Electrical Site Engineer to join a growing engineering team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The employer is seeking a technically competent professional with extensive experience in electrical site execution, MEP construction projects, electrical installation supervision, technical drawing reviews, and construction coordination.

The successful candidate will oversee electrical construction activities, ensuring that installations are completed according to approved engineering specifications, project schedules, quality standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.

This position is particularly suitable for engineering professionals with previous experience in the Saudi construction market. Candidates should have strong expertise in MEP project execution, shop drawing reviews, material approvals, subcontractor coordination, and site inspections, along with the ability to resolve technical challenges and support timely project completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily electrical site execution and installation activities.
• Manage electrical construction works according to approved drawings and technical specifications.
• Review electrical engineering drawings, shop drawings, and construction documentation.
• Review technical submittals, material approvals, and installation method statements.
• Coordinate electrical works with MEP teams, subcontractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Monitor electrical installation progress and ensure compliance with project schedules.
• Identify site execution challenges and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Coordinate site inspections and follow up on inspection requests.
• Ensure timely completion of electrical installation activities.
• Prepare accurate daily and weekly progress reports.
• Maintain site activity updates and construction documentation.
• Monitor electrical installation quality and compliance with applicable engineering standards.
• Ensure adherence to occupational health and safety procedures.
• Coordinate manpower and construction resources to support project delivery.
• Manage multiple site priorities while maintaining construction quality and workplace safety.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

– Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in MEP construction projects within the Saudi Arabian market is mandatory.
• Previous professional experience in Saudi Arabia is required.

Technical Skills

• Strong practical experience in electrical site execution.
• Electrical installation supervision and construction activities.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering drawings and shop drawings.
• Experience reviewing technical submittals and material approvals.
• Understanding of installation method statements.
• Experience coordinating electrical site inspections.
• Knowledge of electrical installation quality requirements.
• Understanding of applicable engineering standards and safety procedures.

Additional Employment Requirements

• Previous Saudi Arabia work experience is mandatory.
• Transferable Iqama is mandatory for non-Saudi applicants.
• Arab nationalities only, as specified in the recruitment requirements.

Professional Skills

• Strong technical problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Good organizational and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple construction priorities.
• Effective coordination with subcontractors, consultants, and project teams.
• Commitment to engineering excellence, construction quality, and workplace safety.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary and specific employee benefits have not been disclosed by the employer.

This opportunity provides professional exposure to:

• MEP construction project execution.
• Electrical installation supervision.
• Construction site engineering and coordination.
• Technical drawing and material submittal reviews.
• Project quality assurance and inspection processes.
• Construction planning and progress monitoring.
• Electrical engineering project delivery.