Senior Project Manager (Electrical)

Job Description

Role Overview

Project & Programme Management

• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of an electrical regulatory programme in line with agreed scope, programme, and governance frameworks.
• Develop and manage project schedules, action trackers, risk registers, and reporting dashboards.
• Coordinate inputs from technical specialists, reviewers, authorities, and wider stakeholders.
• Ensure deliverables are issued on time, aligned with client expectations, and supported by clear audit trails and approvals.
• Manage change control, scope clarifications, and programme risks in collaboration with the client.

Technical Oversight & Regulatory Knowledge

• Apply strong technical understanding of electrical wiring regulations to guide discussions, reviews, and decision-making.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of key standards and regulations, including:
• + Abu Dhabi Electrical Wiring Regulations (AD EWR)
• + BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations – 18th Edition and amendments)
• + DEWA regulations and standards
• + IEC standards and international benchmarks
• Support the interpretation, comparison, and alignment of regional and international standards where required.
• Ensure technical discussions remain focused, accurate, and appropriate for senior stakeholders and non-technical audiences.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary client-facing lead, representing GHD in meetings, workshops, and formal presentations.
• Plan and lead stakeholder workshops, technical review sessions, and consultation meetings.
• Prepare and deliver clear, structured presentations to senior client representatives and external stakeholders.
• Build strong working relationships with regulatory authorities, industry representatives, and client teams.
• Capture stakeholder feedback and ensure it is tracked, addressed, and incorporated appropriately.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare high-quality project reports, briefing notes, executive summaries, and presentation materials.
• Translate complex technical and regulatory matters into clear, concise, and well-structured communications.
• Provide regular progress updates to the client, including risks, issues, dependencies, and recommendations.

Governance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure project delivery aligns with GHD’s quality management systems and project governance frameworks.
• Support internal and external reviews, audits, and approvals as required.
• Maintain clear documentation, version control, and decision logs throughout the programme lifecycle.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10–15 years’ experience working with electrical regulations, standards, or authority-led programmes.
• Strong, demonstrable knowledge of electrical wiring regulations, including:
• + AD EWR
• + BS 7671 (18th Edition and amendments)
• + DEWA standards
• + IEC standards
• Proven experience in project or programme management roles, particularly within regulatory, standards, or governance-led environments.
• Excellent client-facing and presentation skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders.
• Strong written communication skills, including preparation of reports, guidance documents, and presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate technical inputs without being in a design delivery role.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status (IET, CIBSE, or equivalent) or working towards chartership.
• Experience working directly with authorities, government entities, or regulatory bodies.
• Familiarity with consultation-led processes, industry engagement, and formal approval pathways.
• Experience within a consultancy or professional services environment.

What GHD Offers

• The opportunity to lead a high-impact, authority-facing programme influencing electrical safety and regulatory frameworks.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment supported by global technical expertise.
• Career progression opportunities within project management, advisory, and leadership pathways.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits aligned with senior-level experience.