IRTH

Senior Electrical Engineer

Electrical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeDubai - United Arab EmiratesIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required.
A minimum of 15 years of post-graduate experience is required, ideally in an architectural, engineering, or construction consultancy environment in the UAE.
Project coordination and execution skills are required.
Expertise in electrical engineering for construction, including high-voltage, low-voltage, telecommunications, low-current systems, emergency services, security systems, uninterruptible power supplies, generators, and fire alarm systems is required.
Experience with large-scale development projects is required, including at least two years as a lead engineer managing project requirements independently.
Extensive knowledge of British and American electrical codes and standards is required.
The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing is required.
Critical thinking skills and the ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment are required.
Knowledge of local statutory authorities’ regulations and submission requirements across the Middle East, particularly Dubai, is required.

Responsibilities

Review and approve contractors’ construction programs, material submittals, quality control, and method statements or methodologies.
Review submitted shop drawings against contract drawings, specifications, local codes, statutory requirements, and international best practices.
Apply knowledge of technical submittals, including material submittals, requests for information, pre-qualifications, and handover documents.
Monitor and coordinate construction activities to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
Address and resolve issues during construction, and advise the planning engineer and construction manager of slippage in site activity progress.
Track documentation submitted by others to meet scheduled milestones and submission deadlines.
Ensure all materials used on site by the contractor comply with approved material submittals and project specifications.
Verify and certify the quality and completion of works.
Prepare monthly materials reports to ensure completed work complies with specification requirements.
Ensure non-conformities are reported, review contractor-submitted project closeout reports, and perform other duties assigned by the line manager.
Follow up with local authorities to obtain timely approvals and no-objection certificates.
Attend factory visits and supplier plant inspections as required.
Ensure effective coordination between discipline-related works and all other disciplines.
Manage site issues and coordinate with office personnel to resolve them as needed.
Provide technical assistance for pre-commissioning, energization, commissioning, and start-up as required by the project.
Perform other responsibilities appropriate to the role.

Desired Qualifications

Membership of a professional engineering institution is advantageous.

Senior Electrical Engineer

IRTH · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-28

Workplace: on_site

Description

At IRTH Group, we are shaping the future with innovation, precision, and excellence. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a qualified and detail-oriented Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic construction team.

About the Role:

As a Senior Electrical Project Engineer, you will be required to work independently and liaise with contractor’s technical team at the site technical office and display knowledge and abilities to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to meet basic engineering and construction specifications.

Project Types:

Hospitality / Mixed-Use / High-Rise Developments

Responsibility:

Reviewing and approval of contractor's construction program, material submittal, quality control & method statements/methodology.
Reviewing submitted shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications, local codes and statutory requirements and international best practice.
Have knowledge of technical submittals including material submittals, RFIs, and pre qualifications and handing over documents.
Monitor and coordinate construction activities to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
Address and resolve issues that arise during the construction phase. Advise Planning Engineer and Construction Manager of any slippage of progress regarding site activities.
Tracking ongoing documentation by others to meet scheduled milestone and deadline for submittal.
Make sure that the contractor all material used at site complies with approved material submittal and project specification requirements.
Verify and certify quality and completion of works.
Prepare Monthly Materials Report to ensure that all work accomplished complies with the specification requirements.
Make sure that any non- conformity has been reported through a Non-conformance. Reviewing the project closeout reports as submitted by contractor. And performing other duties as assigned by the Line Manager.
Follow up with local authorities for timely approvals and no objection certificates.
Attending factory visits, supplier’s plant inspection as required.
Checking and ensuring effective co-ordination between discipline related works and all other disciplines.
Manage all site issues and coordinate with office personnel to resolve issues as needed
Provide expertise technical assistance for pre-commissioning, energization, commissioning, and start-up, as required by the project
Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Membership of a professional Engineering Institution would be an advantage.
Minimum of 15 years post graduate experience ideally within an Architectural, Engineering construction consultancy environment in the UAE region

Experience

Project coordination and execution skills
Expertise in all aspects of electrical engineering within construction, including HV, LV, Telecom, Low current systems, Emergency services, Security system, UPS and Generator, and Fire Alarm System.
Proven experience in large scale development projects, at least 2-years’ experience as a Lead Engineer, managing requirements of a project independently.
Extensive knowledge of British and American Electrical codes and standards

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written communication.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
Excellent knowledge of local statutory authorities’ regulations and submission requirements across Middle East, mainly, UAE – DUBAI.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance
Performance Bonus
Annual air ticket allowance

Why Join IRTH Group?

At IRTH Group, we’re not just a company; we’re a family committed to building a brighter future together. Guided by our core values of trust, strength, and agility, we empower individuals to thrive and succeed in a dynamic, collaborative environment. We take pride in building great projects in prime locations, designed for future generations and offering exceptional value as an investor's product. IRTH Group stands as a symbol of legacy, resilience, and vision. Rooted in the foundation of a distinguished local family conglomerate, our privately held real estate investment platform draws strength from a heritage spanning over a century.

At IRTH Group, we are not just shaping the industry, we are setting the standard. If you are driven by ambition, excellence, and the pursuit of legacy, this is where your journey begins.

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary?

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About the Company

IRTH

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Headquarters: New York City, New York
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