Summary
Al Shirawi Group is seeking a Site Engineer – Electrical for its Dubai operations. The role supervises electrical site works, including LV/HV, power distribution, lighting, fire alarm and ELV systems, and ensures installations follow approved drawings, specifications and safety standards. Duties include reviewing shop drawings and submittals, coordinating with project stakeholders, managing resources and materials, and supporting testing, commissioning and handover. The position also maintains inspection and progress records and supports as-built drawings and O&M documentation.
The posting
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The Site Engineer – Electrical is responsible for supervising, coordinating, and executing electrical works at site to ensure timely completion of the project in accordance with approved specifications, drawings, quality standards, and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities Site Execution & Supervision
- Lead and supervise electrical works including LV/HV systems, power distribution, lighting, earthing, lightning protection, fire alarm, and ELV systems.
- Ensure electrical installations are executed as per approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
- Guide and supervise site engineers, foremen, and technicians on daily site activities.
- Monitor site progress and productivity to achieve project milestones.
Technical Responsibilities
- Review electrical shop drawings, layouts, and material submittals.
- Resolve technical and coordination issues at site and provide effective solutions.
- Supervise testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical systems.
- Ensure compliance with IEC standards, project specifications, and local authority regulations.
Coordination & Communication
- Coordinate with consultants, clients, subcontractors, and other MEP trades to avoid clashes and delays.
- Attend coordination and progress meetings and provide technical inputs.
- Coordinate with QA/QC team for inspections, testing, and approvals.
Planning & Cost Control
- Plan manpower, equipment, and resources efficiently to meet project schedules.
- Coordinate procurement and timely delivery of electrical materials to site.
- Monitor material usage and control wastage.
- Support identification of variations, additional works, and technical clarifications.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain inspection requests (IRs), test reports, and daily/weekly progress records.
- Assist in preparation and updating of as-built drawings.
- Support preparation of electrical handover documents and O&M manuals.