Utilities Engineer (Electrical)

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Riyadh is seeking an exceptionally talented Utilities Engineer - Electrical to join our site-based Construction Supervision team on a landmark development project. You will supervise electrical utility works, review drawings, coordinate with authorities, and ensure safety and quality across design, construction, testing, and handover.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 8+ years of experience in utilities or infrastructure, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical utilities, construction supervision, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with power distribution systems, substations, street lighting, MV/LV networks, and utility corridors.
• Strong knowledge of international codes and standards.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and contractor submissions.
• Ability to identify and resolve design, construction, and interface issues.
• Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software applications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical utility works, including power distribution networks, substations, street lighting, duct banks, underground cabling, and associated infrastructure.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and CSC procedures.
• Review and provide technical comments on shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and inspection requests.
• Conduct site inspections and verify that works are performed in accordance with approved designs, industry standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, utility authorities, designers, and project stakeholders to resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Monitor construction progress and identify potential delays, interface issues, and project risks.
• Witness testing and commissioning activities and verify compliance with approved procedures and performance requirements.
• Review as-built drawings and handover documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability (HSES) requirements.
• Support the Resident Engineer and Construction Manager in the successful delivery of project objectives.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Construction supervision

Power distribution

Substations

Street lighting

MV/LV networks

Technical reviews

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Engineering software

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Utilities Engineer - Electrical to join our site-based Construction Supervision team on a major landmark development project in Riyadh.

The project comprises the design, enabling, and main works for a large-scale destination development featuring several iconic assets, hospitality facilities, and supporting infrastructure. Delivered under a client governance framework with stringent programme, quality, safety, and sustainability requirements, the Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) is responsible for providing independent, end-to-end supervision and management, ensuring that all works are completed, integrated, tested, commissioned, and handed over to support both successful operations and long-term legacy objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supervise electrical utility works, including power distribution networks, substations, street lighting, duct banks, underground cabling, and associated infrastructure.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and CSC procedures.
• Review and provide technical comments on shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and inspection requests.
• Conduct site inspections and verify that works are performed in accordance with approved designs, industry standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, utility authorities, designers, and project stakeholders to resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Monitor construction progress and identify potential delays, interface issues, and project risks.
• Witness testing and commissioning activities and verify compliance with approved procedures and performance requirements.
• Review as-built drawings and handover documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability (HSES) requirements.
• Support the Resident Engineer and Construction Manager in the successful delivery of project objectives.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in electrical utilities, construction supervision, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with power distribution systems, substations, street lighting, MV/LV networks, and utility corridors.
• Strong knowledge of international codes, standards, and utility authority requirements.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and contractor submissions.
• Ability to identify and resolve design, construction, and interface issues.
• Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software applications.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Experience on major infrastructure, mixed-use, destination development, or mega-projects.
• Previous experience within a Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) environment.
• Familiarity with utility authority coordination and approvals.
• Experience with testing, commissioning, energization, and handover of electrical utility systems.
• Knowledge of BIM-enabled project delivery processes.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced project environment

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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