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Senior Chief engg. Manager Civil SS

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

BU : EDRC (Substation), PT&D IC

Job Role : Senior Chief Engg. Manager

Reports to (Job Role) : Head of Engineering

Reportee (Job Role) : Team of Lead Engineers, Design Engineers, and Drafting Team

Interfaces: Project Management, Procurement, Construction, Quality, Safety, Clients, Consultants, Statutory Authorities

Geographical Scope: Projects at Multiple International locations / projects as assigned

Minimum Qualification : B.E. / B. Tech in Civil & Structural Engineering. (It is preferable to have Post-graduation in Structural / Geo- technological Engineering.)

Experience : 20-25 years in Civil & Structural design and engineering in the T&D sector, with at least 8–10 years in a senior leadership role.

Objective : To lead and manage the Civil & Structural engineering function for Substation projects and special projects within the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector, ensuring delivery of safe, cost-effective, and technically sound engineering solutions that meet client requirements, project timelines, and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Management
  • Lead the Civil & Structural engineering team for substation and special projects in the T&D sector.
  • Define engineering strategy, allocate resources, and ensure timely delivery of all engineering outputs.
  • Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Engineering Design & Review
  • Oversee preparation and validation of civil & structural designs, drawings, and BOQs for substations, foundations, buildings, and associated structures.
  • Ensure compliance with international codes (IEC, ACI, ASTM) and local regulatory standards.
  • Drive value engineering and cost optimization in design without compromising safety or reliability.
  • Project Execution Support
  • Ensure timely issuance of IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings and address technical queries from project sites.
  • Provide expert technical support during construction and commissioning phases.
  • Quality Assurance & Risk Management
  • Establish robust engineering quality processes and review mechanisms.
  • Identify potential technical risks and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
  • Stakeholder Coordination
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, and authorities to secure approvals and resolve design-related concerns.
  • Represent the engineering team in internal and external project review meetings.
  • Innovation & Technology Adoption
  • Promote digital engineering practices, including BIM, 3D modeling, and advanced design software (STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD).
  • Encourage adoption of sustainable and future-ready design solutions.

Key Challenges

  • Managing multiple high-value projects under strict timelines.
  • Maintaining compliance across diverse regulatory environments.
  • Driving standardization and quality in geographically dispersed teams.

Technical Expertise

  • Substation foundations, equipment support structures, control buildings, and GIS/AIS substation layouts.
  • Structural design software proficiency: STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
  • Knowledge of geotechnical design considerations.

Skills & Competencies

  • Leadership and team management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
  • Knowledge of project management principles and commercial awareness.

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