Senior Electrical Substation Project Lead (380kV)

Larsen & Toubro; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia seeks a senior Electrical Construction Manager with 12-15 years of experience for 380kV substations. You will lead site activities, coordinate SEC-compliant execution, and manage subcontractors, QA/QC, and HSE to ensure timely project completion.

Applicants must hold a B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, with proven SEC project exposure and strong leadership skills for successful delivery.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with 12-15 years of experience in EHV/HV substation construction.
• Minimum 5 years in a Site Manager or Construction Manager role.
• Hands-on experience with SEC projects and SEC construction standards.
• Strong knowledge of GIS installation, power transformers, switchgear, protection systems, cable works, and commissioning activities.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical construction activities for 380kV substation/BSP projects.
• Plan and monitor site execution, manpower, materials, equipment, and daily progress.
• Coordinate with SEC, consultants, subcontractors, and project teams for smooth execution.
• Ensure all works comply with SEC standards, approved drawings, specifications, and project procedures.
• Supervise installation, testing, commissioning, cable works, equipment erection, and related electrical activities.
• Monitor project schedule, identify delays, and implement corrective actions to achieve project milestones.
• Review drawings, method statements, ITPs, and technical documents before execution.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure productivity, quality, safety, and timely completion.
• Coordinate with Civil, Protection & Control, Planning, QA/QC, HSE, and Procurement teams.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure proper closure of technical and construction issues.
• Support testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and SEC inspection/approval activities.
• Prepare progress reports and provide regular updates to Project Manager and management.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and zero-incident project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Problem solving

Site management

Electrical systems

GIS installation

Power transformers

Switchgear

Protection systems

Commissioning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Larsen & Toubro in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia seeks a senior Electrical Construction Manager with 12-15 years of experience for 380kV substations. You will lead site activities, coordinate SEC-compliant execution, and manage subcontractors, QA/QC, and HSE to ensure timely project completion.

Applicants must hold a B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, with proven SEC project exposure and strong leadership skills for successful delivery.