Assistant Resident Engineer Civil Substations
Assist in supervising civil works for substations, ensuring compliance with designs and standards, while coordinating multidisciplinary project delivery and site inspections.
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Overview
As an Assistant Resident Engineer Civil (Substations), you will support the Resident Engineer in supervising and coordinating civil works for substation construction projects.
You will assist in ensuring that all activities are executed in accordance with approved designs, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
This role provides an opportunity to work on complex power infrastructure projects while gaining hands-on experience in site supervision, contractor coordination, and multidisciplinary project delivery.
Your role
- Assist the Resident Engineer in supervising civil works for substation projects, including foundations, control buildings, equipment plinths, cable trenches, and drainage works.
- Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Conduct regular site inspections and ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Review contractor submissions such as method statements, shop drawings, material approvals, and work procedures.
- Support coordination between civil, electrical, and mechanical disciplines to ensure smooth project execution.
- Track project progress and report delays, risks, or technical issues to the Resident Engineer.
- Maintain accurate site records, daily logs, and inspection reports.
- Assist in implementing QA/QC procedures and ensure construction works meet required standards.
- Participate in site meetings and support communication between stakeholders including client and contractors.
- Provide support in resolving site-related technical and construction challenges.
- About you
- Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- 5 8 years of experience in civil construction, preferably in substation, power, or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with substation civil works such as foundations, control buildings, and cable trench systems.
- Good understanding of construction methodologies, QA/QC processes, and HSE practices.
- Knowledge of relevant international standards and GCC/UAE regulations is an advantage.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
- Strong communication and coordination skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of project management tools is a plus.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
- Willingness to work on-site and travel as required.
- Rewards & benefits
- Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career.
- This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
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