Electrical – MEP Site Engineer

Site execution and coordination

• Supervise installation of power distribution systems, cables, lighting, power, earthing, lightning protection, and ELV systems including CCTV and access control.
• Ensure work follows approved IFC/shop drawings, specifications, and method statements; monitor installation progress and quality.
• Coordinate electrical work with civil, HVAC, plumbing, and finishing teams; attend coordination meetings and resolve clashes.
• Raise RFIs for unclear site conditions or drawing conflicts and follow up on responses.

Quality and materials

• Inspect installations against project and authority standards, including DEWA, DCD, and Dubai Municipality requirements.
• Raise WIRs for consultant approval, close NCRs, and verify installation checklists and inspection reports.
• Ensure approved cables, conduits, fixtures, switchgear, and other materials are used; monitor delivery, storage, and usage.
• Prepare material take-offs and coordinate procurement requisitions.

Testing and commissioning

• Plan and supervise insulation resistance, continuity, lighting and power functional, and distribution-board wiring and breaker tests.
• Support third-party testing and DEWA inspections for power energization.
• Ensure final testing, commissioning, and handover documents are submitted and approved.

Documentation and safety

• Maintain daily site activity logs, manpower reports, installation checklists, and red-marked or as-built drawings.
• Submit daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports to the project manager.
• Ensure compliance with UAE electrical codes and DEWA standards; enforce lockout/tagout and PPE procedures.
• Conduct toolbox talks and report incidents and near misses under HSE policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Seven years of Electrical Site Engineer experience required.
• UAE driving licence required.

Work location

• Work is in person.

Employment type