Construction Engineer - Electrical

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Construction Engineer - Electrical to join our team! In this role you will get to assist the Resident Engineer in administering the operational functions of the day-to-day activities on the project with respect to utilities works.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Report to the Resident Engineer and assist in supervising the construction of Electrical infrastructure works and associated items.

• Coordinate his direct activities with the other engineers and members of the construction supervision team.

• Assist the Resident Engineer in reviewing of shop drawings, design proposals, method statements and other activities including correspondence related to the utility section and prepare replies for the review of the Resident Engineer.

• Coordinate with Parsons' design engineers for resolution of related issues.

• Maintain the daily diary and the daily reports by the inspectors.

• Coordinate with the contractor engineers on scheduling and application of resources.

• Direct, assist and monitor the performance of the inspectors and surveyors as applicable.

• Convene and chair special meetings with the service authorities, the contractor, subcontractors and other parties related to his work.

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of records.

• Ensure safety goals are achieved on the project and oversee implementation of safety procedures on the project.

• Prepare / Assist in the preparation of Weekly and Monthly progress reports.

• Act positively and participate in all health and safety issues at site, as required by the Resident Engineer and the project safety representatives.

• Provide all necessary on-site direction and assist the Resident Engineer to issue site instructions with respect to utilities works and associated items.

• Check and measure the performed work in his line of work, record and assist the Resident Engineer to display progress vs. programmed work.

• Ensure correctness and completeness of ‘as-built’ drawings within his line of work.

• Experience and familiarity with DEWA & Dubai Local Authorities’ (RTA) procedural requirements, review requirements, and approval requirements.

• Review the drawing & design before DEWA & RTA approval submittal. Follow up with Contractor as well as the authorities for getting approval to maintain all files and records on designated forms/format. Ensure that the contractor is not relieved of his responsibility without client authorization.

• Coordinate with DEWA & RTA contractor for execution of LV/HV & OHTL work.

• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 8 years postgraduate experience in design, site supervision and construction management of (Electrical) projects in Dubai.

• Should be able to review and justify the material submissions, analyze laboratory and technical reports, carry out acceptance sampling plans, testing and quality measures, ensuring the compliance with the project’s Specifications.

• Experience in dealing with government authorities such as RTA, DEWA, DM etc.

• Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc. and any project specific engineering and construction relevant software.

• Must be fluent in English written and spoken with an excellent capability in written technical skills as well as oral and written communication skills.

• Keep necessary records and as-built records and take charge of the handing over of the utility works to the respective service authorities and assist the contractor to obtain necessary final clearance.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Must be available in UAE/Dubai.

• Thorough knowledge of DEWA & RTA regulations and standards.

• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral communications.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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