Lead Civil Site Engineer

GE Vernova; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No relocation assistance

Job summary

GE Vernova in Saudi Arabia seeks a Lead Civil Site Engineer to oversee site civil construction, foundations, utilities, and related works for high voltage projects during OTR and ITO phases. The role requires strong field leadership, QA/QC, EHS compliance, and extensive coordination with clients and engineering teams.

You will drive construction strategy, supervise subcontractors, ensure safety standards, and deliver accurate site reporting while aligning with contractual terms and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in managing Site civil works at 380kv Substations and other power projects.
• Strong knowledge in Civil works construction, installation, Quality processing include liaison with MEP and electrical equipment installation activities.
• Strong knowledge in Civil works Codes, standards, quality processing, QS/take-off & resources planning/Estimate
• Valid driver's license and passport
• Fluent English
• The legal right to work in KSA without company sponsorship or time restriction

Responsibilities

• Manage site civil works construction, installation, inspection, testing for buildings, foundations, utilities during project OTR phase and involvement in ITO phase.
• Develop and apply in-depth knowledge of Civil works technical aspects to execute construction strategy.
• Oversee subcontractors progress, plan site resources, and report progress to stakeholders.
• Prepare site reports and maintain QA/QC and EHS compliance.
• Attend technical and progress meetings with customers and ensure contract obligations.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Civil Site Engineer is Responsible for Site(s) Civil construction, installation & coordination of project's buildings, Equipment foundations, utilities, permits and any other civil works including security requirements at company project‘s (Substations, HVDC, SVC, STATCOM,... during OTR phase and participating in ITO phase as assigned.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Actively manage Site Civil works construction, installation, inspection, testing of project's buildings, Equipment foundations, utilities, permits and any other civil works (including security requirements ) during project OTR phase and participation in ITO phase as needed, including but not limited to Control of Subcontractors progress and oversight/planning of Site resources, reporting, liaise with other project stakeholders (e.g. Client, Site Consultant, Project Management, MEP works, CW/MEP Engineering, EHS, Quality security systems,..etc).

• Utilize & develop in-depth knowledge of Civil works technical aspects. Use prior experience and acquire technical expertise to execute the construction strategy.

• In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish Estimation and execution works.

• Supervise & inspect Civil works works execution maintaining QA/QC and EHS requirements including ability to carry out Civil works items QS/take-off and invoices validation

• Prepare and timely provide Site Reports/documentation and accurate internal and external reports (Daily, Bi Weekly, Monthly, 3 weeks lookahead Incidents, PTW, QA/QC..etc).

• Understand Contractual T&C (Terms and Conditions) commitments

• Ensure contractual obligations are met and attend technical & progress meetings internal as well as with Customers.

• Ensure all in-Site activities are carried out safely complying with company environmental, health, and safety (EHS) guidelines and procedures.

• Provide expert consultation on complex projects.

• Planning; possibly recommending and administering policies and procedures.

• In-depth knowledge of scope identification, SE specification/standards & claims analysis

• Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by Site assignments.

• Drive customer satisfaction through commitment to quality.

• Support the business growth initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in managing Site civil works at 380kv Substations and other power projects

• Strong knowledge in Civil works construction, installation, Quality processing include liaison with MEP and electrical equipment installation activities.

• Strong knowledge in Civil works Codes, standards, quality processing, QS/take-off & resources planning/Estimate

• Valid driver's license and passport

• Fluent English

• The legal right to work in KSA without company sponsorship or time restriction

Desired Characteristics

• Has the knowledge and skill to actively support site visits, missions, presentations & be aware of where to seek answers to questions as they arise.

• Ability to understand and implement Architectural and structural technical drawings, General Arrangement, etc…).

• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD & MS Office Software Suite.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, to convey technical concepts to business and technical personnel

• Fluency in Arabic is a plus

• Ability to work under pressure; Take ownership of onsite activities

• Willing to travel, relocate in country and worldwide, and to work over-time

• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills

• Good interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.