Resident Engineer - Civil_OHL

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical leader on-site for EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) civil works, supervising contractors, and managing daily OHL construction activities.
• Inspect and approve civil works (earthworks, tower foundations, access roads, drainage) to ensure compliance with approved drawings, Method Statements, and ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans).
• Review and approve civil drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, and geotechnical reports.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards and UAE/TAQA safety regulations, promoting a safety-first culture.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (electrical, MEP), attend progress meetings, and submit daily/weekly progress reports.
• Coordinate Permits/NOCs (No Objection Certificates) required for site activities and maintain comprehensive site documentation, including RFIs (Request for Information) and NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports)
• Coordinate with Contractor’s suppliers, and vendors to procure materials, equipment, and services necessary for project implementation.
• Conduct regular site inspections, conduct HSE auditing the work and reporting, quality assurance checks to monitor progress, identify issues, and resolve construction-related challenges in a timely manner, conduct regular progress review meeting, project scope review and verify all the as-built documents.
• Verification and certification of materials and work measurements and complete the project closeout process.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project team members, supporting the Principal Resident Engineer or Project Manager, Contractor and clients, addressing technical inquiries, resolving disputes, and mitigating project risks.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and safety protocols throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a culture of safety, professionalism, and excellence among project team members, promoting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain complete project records, including technical documentation, test reports, and as-built drawings, ensuring proper handover upon project completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field, Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Civil engineering, with a focus on overhead transmission line projects.
• Extensive knowledge of transmission line design, construction, and maintenance practices, including tower configurations.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools, such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and AutoCAD.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed and work flexible hours to accommodate project requirements.
• Expertise in reinforced concrete foundations, geotechnical investigation, tower spotting, and stringing logistics.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to develop and execute project plans, manage resources, and mitigate project risks.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and build strong client relationships.
• Leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and motivate project teams, foster collaboration, and drive results.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices to ensure a safe worksite
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