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WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Resident Engineer - Electrical OHL

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAbu Dhabi - United Arab EmiratesNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
  • A minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical engineering, focused on overhead transmission line projects, is required.
  • Extensive knowledge of transmission line design, construction, and maintenance practices, including tower configurations, is required.
  • Proficiency in engineering software and tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and AutoCAD is required.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites as needed and work flexible hours to accommodate project requirements is required.
  • Expertise in reinforced concrete foundations, geotechnical investigation, tower spotting, and stringing logistics is required.
  • Project management skills to develop and execute project plans, manage resources, and mitigate project risks are required.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and build client relationships are required.
  • Leadership ability to motivate project teams, foster collaboration, and drive results is required.
  • A strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental practices to ensure a safe worksite is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage overhead transmission line projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring adherence to project objectives, schedules, and budgets.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
  • Act as the primary technical leader on-site for engineering, procurement, and construction electrical works, supervise contractors, and manage daily overhead-line construction activities.
  • Inspect and approve civil works, including earthworks, tower foundations, access roads, and drainage, for compliance with approved drawings, Method Statements, and Inspection & Test Plans.
  • Review and approve civil drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, and geotechnical reports.
  • Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environment standards and UAE/TAQA safety regulations, promoting a safety-first culture.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary electrical and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing teams, attend progress meetings, and submit daily and weekly progress reports.
  • Coordinate permits and No Objection Certificates required for site activities and maintain site documentation, including Requests for Information and Non-Conformance Reports.
  • Coordinate with contractor suppliers and vendors to procure materials, equipment, and services for project implementation.
  • Conduct site inspections, health and safety audits and reporting, quality assurance checks, progress reviews, and project scope reviews; identify and resolve construction challenges; and verify as-built documents.
  • Verify and certify materials and work measurements, and complete project closeout.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to project team members, support the Principal Resident Engineer or Project Manager, contractors, and clients, address technical inquiries, resolve disputes, and mitigate project risks.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and safety protocols throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Promote safety, professionalism, excellence, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing among project team members.
  • Maintain project records, including technical documentation, test reports, and as-built drawings, and ensure proper handover upon project completion.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree is preferred.
  • A Professional Engineer license is preferred.

About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1959

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