ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC
Key Responsibilities
· Lead and manage the entire civil construction scope for EHV substation projects from mobilization to completion and handover.
· Plan, supervise and control all civil site activities including:
· Site preparation and temporary facilities
· Earthworks and grading
· Foundations and structural concrete works
· Buildings, trenches, duct banks and underground services
· Roads, paving, drainage and external infrastructure
· Coordinate closely with electrical, MEP and commissioning teams to ensure proper interface management and avoid delays to equipment installation and energization milestones.
· Manage and supervise civil subcontractors, construction engineers, foremen and supervisors to ensure productivity, quality and adherence to schedule.
· Ensure availability of manpower, materials, equipment, tools and approved drawings at site to maintain progress.
· Participate in technical and progress meetings with the client, consultant and internal stakeholders, and provide clear updates on civil progress, constraints and mitigation actions.
· Ensure strict compliance with HSE requirements, safe systems of work, permit conditions and company safety procedures.
· Coordinate all testing, inspections and handover activities related to the civil scope and ensure readiness for subsequent E&I installation activities.
· Maintain proper site documentation, records, daily reports, progress photographs and tracking of key construction deliverables.
· Drive timely completion of the project while maintaining required standards of safety, quality, cost control and client satisfaction.
Qualifications & Experience
· Prior experience on TAQA / TRANSCO / transmission utility projects in Abu Dhabi will be a strong advantage.
· Experience on 400kV GIS substations and major transmission infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
· Strong leadership personality with the ability to manage multicultural site teams and subcontractors.
· Capable of working in a client-facing environment with high expectations on quality, schedule and reporting.
· Practical problem solver with strong coordination and follow-up skills.
Technical Knowledge
Strong technical knowledge of civil construction works for EHV substations including:
· Reinforced concrete structures and heavy equipment foundations
· Steel structure foundations and anchor bolt setting
· Earthworks, formation levels and subgrade preparation
· Underground drainage, storm water and foul water systems
· Cable trench and duct bank construction
· Roads and hardscape works within substation compounds
· Fire-rated buildings and control room civil works
Sound understanding of substation layout requirements and interfaces with:
· GIS / AIS equipment
· Power transformers and reactors
· Control & relay buildings
· Cable routing systems
· Earthing and underground utility coordination
Drawing & Documentation
Ability to review and interpret:
· IFC drawings
· Shop drawings
· Civil/structural calculations
· Method statements and ITPs
· Material submittals and technical approvals
Quality & Standards
· Good understanding of quality standards, testing requirements and construction tolerances applicable to utility infrastructure projects.
· Familiarity with Abu Dhabi / UAE utility specifications, HSE requirements and authority standards is highly desirable.
Software & Tools
Proficiency in planning and reporting tools such as:
· Primavera P6 / MS Project (preferred for planning follow-up and look-ahead monitoring)
· MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
· AutoCAD drawing review capability is preferred
Additional Skills
Strong knowledge of:
· Construction sequencing and site logistics
· Productivity monitoring and resource planning
· Material take-off verification and progress measurement
· Risk identification and mitigation during execution
Language
· Good command of written and spoken English. Arabic is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply directly through LinkedIn:
Apply Here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4436025843/
Careers Page: https://www.elsewedy.com/careers/
ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.