Site Engineer - Dry Utilities / Electrical (Construction Supervision)

Silver Edge Arabia; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Riyadh seeks a Dry Utilities Engineer to oversee electrical installations on large-scale projects. You will ensure compliance with specifications and quality control procedures while supervising site work and documentation. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience, particularly within the Middle East. Proficiency in Arabic and English is mandatory. Join us to drive technical excellence and support successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years in construction supervision or engineering role.
• Experience in the Middle East is necessary.
• Strong knowledge of installation procedures and international standards.

Responsibilities

• Review shop drawings, material submittals, and BOQs.
• Supervise installation of electrical equipment and dry utilities.
• Process site information including RFIs and submittals.
• Ensure materials meet approved specifications.
• Monitor site progress and verify contractor payments.
• Ensure adherence to quality control procedures.
• Liaise with clients and third parties for inspections.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Construction supervision

Technical Proficiency

Attention to detail

Planning and organization

Time management

Bilingual in Arabic and English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Professional Engineering certification

Job description

Location: [Specify City / Region, e.g., Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, or Project Site] Industry: Construction, Electrical Engineering, Technical Supervision

Are you an ambitious and technically skilled Electrical Engineer looking to grow your career on large-scale construction projects? We are seeking a Dry Utilities Engineer / Site Electrical Engineer to join our Supervision Services team.

In this pivotal role, you will act as a key technical advisor on-site, ensuring that all electrical and dry utility installations adhere strictly to project specifications, quality control (QC) procedures, and international standards.

What You Will Do (Core Responsibilities)

• Technical Review & Approval: Review and verify the accuracy of shop drawings, material submittals, and Bills of Quantities (BOQ), notifying the Project Management team of any technical discrepancies.
• On-Site Supervision: Closely supervise the installation of electrical equipment and dry utilities, conducting daily inspections and ensuring the work carried out by contractors and subcontractors meets all approved project specifications.
• Documentation & Coordination: Efficiently process daily site information, including Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and site instructions. Attend technical and progress meetings to ensure smooth project flow.
• Material Compliance: Verify that all materials delivered to the site and store are compliant with the approved material submittals.
• Progress & Payment Verification: Monitor overall site progress. Review contractor payment applications, accurately comparing submitted percentages against the actual work completed on site and raising any discrepancies for action.
• Quality & Safety Assurance: Ensure strict adherence to QC procedures on site. Work closely with the Senior HSSE Engineer to monitor all safety aspects of the project.
• Client & Third-Party Liaison: Support Project Managers in managing client expectations, responding to technical clarifications, and coordinating necessary inspections by third parties.

What You Will Bring (Mandatory Skills & Qualifications)

• Education: Minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. Chartered Professional Engineering certification or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of total experience in a construction or construction supervision function, with 3+ years in an engineering role within a contracting company or a construction supervision function.
• Prior experience working within the Middle East is required.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of construction supervision services and dry utility installation procedures.
• Solid understanding of international engineering standards and codes.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, excellent planning / organization skills, and robust time management abilities.
• Language: Proficiency in both spoken and written Arabic and English is mandatory.

If you are ready to ensure technical excellence and drive quality control on major electrical and utility installations, we encourage you to apply.

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Ready to ensure quality and compliance on-site? Apply now to advance your career!