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Gopa Group

<div><div><div><div>About the job</div>
<div>Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) has appointed GOPA Tech to deliver consultancy services for the expansion of its transmission and distribution network across the Northern Emirates, UAE. The scope includes 132/33/11 kV and 33/11 kV substations, together with associated 132 kV and 33 kV cable works.<br>
To support project execution, GOPA Tech is recruiting for multiple positions across engineering, design, and project management functions.<br>
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Join a high-impact team delivering civil engineering solutions for substations in the power transmission sector. In this role, you will lead or support the on-site delivery and technical coordination of civil works for 66/132/220/400 kV substations and associated balance-of-plant infrastructure.<br>
The position covers the full project cycle, from design and tender review through construction, commissioning, and handover, contributing directly to the safe and reliable delivery of power infrastructure in the Northern Emirates.</div>
</div><div><div>What you will do</div>
<div><ul><li>Serve as <b>Resident Civil Engineer</b> or <b>Assistant Resident Civil Engineer</b> for substation civil works on EPC and owner-led projects.</li>
<li>Supervise and inspect civil construction works, including earthworks, foundations, plinths, cable trenches and ducts, drainage, access roads, retaining structures, and hard standings.</li>
<li>Review and coordinate civil drawings, IFC documents, and shop drawings with design, geotechnical, and electrical teams.</li>
<li>Monitor contractor performance, quality control activities, testing, and commissioning of civil components, while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.</li>
<li>Administer site documentation including RFIs, NCRs, site instructions, progress reports, as-built records, and daily logs.</li>
<li>Support material acceptance, construction methodologies, and soil management plans, and coordinate with surveyors and geotechnical consultants.</li>
<li>Assist with cost control, progress claim evaluation, and schedule tracking.</li>
<li>Contribute to continuous improvement, lessons learned, and value engineering initiatives.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div>Your qualifications</div>
<div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in <b>Civil Engineering</b> or equivalent.</li>
<li>Chartered or licensed engineers, or candidates progressing toward professional registration, are preferred.</li>
<li>For the <b>Assistant Resident Civil Engineer</b> role: <b>8+ years of overall experience</b>, including <b>at least 4 years on similar projects</b>.</li>
<li>For the <b>Resident Civil Engineer</b> role: <b>15+ years of overall experience</b>, including <b>at least 5 years on similar projects in transmission or substation environments</b>.</li>
<li>Strong technical knowledge of foundations, reinforced concrete, earthworks, drainage, and geotechnical investigations.</li>
<li>Familiarity with power sector standards and codes, including local regulations and applicable IEC / IEEE requirements.</li>
<li>Proficiency in <b>AutoCAD</b> and <b>MS Office</b>; experience with Revit, MicroStation, or other civil design software would be an advantage.</li>
<li>Experience in EPC contract environments, site supervision, QA/QC procedures, and health and safety management.</li>
<li>Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.</li>
</ul></div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Offer details</b></h3>
<div><div>Last modified</div><div>
6 days 12 hours</div>
</div><div>Languages
<p>English</p>
<p>Arabic</p>
</div><div><div>Duration</div><div>
Expected start date in line with the candidate&rsquo;s notice period.</div>
</div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The project</b></h3>
<div>Sector Energy
</div><div><div>Countries</div>
<div>United Arab Emirates</div>
</div><div>Start &amp; Duration Expected start date in line with the candidate&rsquo;s notice period.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Resident Civil Engineer – Substation / Assistant Resident Civil Engineer – Substation

<div><div><div><div>About the job</div>
<div>GOPA Tech is building its expert pool for various water related projects under the TAQA Transmission Consultancy Framework in Abu Dhabi. We are seeking highly qualified specialists with relevant technical and regional experience to join our roster for forthcoming opportunities.<br>
If you are interested in being considered, we invite you to review the requirements and submit your profile for evaluation.</div>
</div><div><div>What you will do</div>
<div><p>The following experience would be relevant:</p><br>
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<div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><p>Minimum <b>10 years of professional experience in project management</b>, including at least <b>5 years focused on water-related infrastructure in the UAE and within the TAQA environment</b>.</p>
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<li><p>Demonstrated experience leading teams across <b>feasibility studies, design, tender preparation, and consultancy support during construction</b>.</p>
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<li><p>Proven ability to act as the <b>main point of contact for clients and key stakeholders</b>.</p>
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<li><p>Strong experience in <b>directing teams and managing project scope, budget, resources, schedule, and quality</b>.</p>
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<li><p>Ability to <b>plan and schedule workloads and resources</b> effectively across complex assignments.</p>
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<li><p>Experience in <b>organising and managing project meetings and review workshops</b>.</p>
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<li><p>Ability to <b>communicate project expectations and client requirements clearly</b> to multidisciplinary teams.</p>
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<li><p>Strong <b>communication, leadership, time management, and problem-solving skills</b>.</p>
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<li><p>Proactive, well organised, and able to perform effectively under pressure.</p>
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<li><p>Strong awareness of <b>safe working practices for large-scale water infrastructure projects</b>.</p>
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<li><p>Proficiency in <b>MS Office</b>, with working knowledge of <b>MS Project</b> and <b>Primavera</b>.</p>
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</ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Your qualifications</div>
<div><p>The following qualifications would be relevant:</p>
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<li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in <b>Mechanical or Civil Engineering</b>; a <b>Master&rsquo;s degree in Project Management, Water Resources, or a related field</b> would be preferred.</p>
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<li><p>Any additional certifications or professional training relevant to the role would be considered an advantage.</p>
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</ul></div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Offer details</b></h3>
<div><div>Last modified</div><div>
1 month</div>
</div><div>Languages
<p>Arabic</p>
<p>English</p>
</div><div><div>Duration</div><div>
Contractual assignment for 3 years, as per project requirements.
</div></div></div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The project</b></h3>
<div>Sector Climate, Natural Resources &amp;amp; Environment
</div><div><div>Countries</div>
<div>United Arab Emirates</div>
</div><div>Start &amp; Duration Contractual assignment for 3 years, as per project requirements.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Project Manager/ Lead Water Engineer

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Resident Civil Engineer – Substation / Assistant Resident Civil Engineer – Substation

Project Manager/ Lead Water Engineer