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Civil Engineer - Power Plant

Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted today

Salary
AED 12k–18k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Power Plant Email Id - [email protected] While Applying - please mention in subjectline - Position and Project – Sumitomo and Location as Abu Dhabi Position Summary The Civil Engineer will represent the Owner's Engineer (OE) team and oversee all civil and structural construction activities associated with the power plant, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design requirements, quality standards, HSE requirements, and EPC contract obligations. Scope of Work Review civil and structural drawings, design documents, calculations, and technical submittals. Supervise site construction activities related to foundations, buildings, structures, roads, drainage systems, underground utilities, and infrastructure works. Monitor EPC contractor compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies. Review method statements, inspection requests, ITPs, NCRs, and QA/QC documentation. Conduct site inspections and monitor concrete works, structural steel erection, earthworks, and finishing activities. Identify construction risks, technical issues, and deviations and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and I&C teams to resolve multidisciplinary interface issues. Support project progress monitoring, punch-list closure, mechanical completion, and handover activities. Key Experience Areas Candidates should have experience with: Power Plant Civil & Structural Works. Gas Turbine & Steam Turbine Foundations. HRSG Foundations and Steel Structures. Control Buildings and Electrical Buildings. Cooling Water Structures. Drainage and Underground Utilities. Roads, Pavements, and Infrastructure Works. Structural Steel Erection. Reinforced Concrete Structures. Industrial and Utility Projects. Key Skills Required Technical Skills Civil & Structural Engineering. Power Plant Construction Supervision. Concrete and Structural Steel Works. Foundation Design & Construction Knowledge. Site Inspection and Quality Control. QA/QC Procedures and Documentation. Construction Methodology Review. Quantity Verification and Progress Monitoring. Construction Safety Awareness. Standards & Software Knowledge of ACI, ASTM, BS, Eurocodes, and international construction standards. Ability to review structural drawings and technical specifications. Familiarity with EPC project execution and quality systems. Soft Skills Contractor and stakeholder coordination. Technical reporting. Problem-solving and decision-making. Teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration. Strong communication and site management skills. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Professional Engineering registration is preferred. Additional certifications in construction management or QA/QC are advantageous. Experience Required Minimum 10-15 years of experience in civil/structural construction of power, infrastructure, industrial, or utility-scale projects. Experience on Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCGT), Thermal Power Plant, IPP, or large industrial EPC projects. Proven experience in supervising heavy industrial civil works and structural construction activities. Previous Middle East/GCC project experience preferred. Experience working with EPC Contractors, Consultants, or Owner's Engineer organizations is highly desirable.

Requirements

Minimum 10-15 years of experience in civil/structural construction of power, infrastructure, industrial, or utility-scale projects. Experience on Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCGT), Thermal Power Plant, IPP, or large industrial EPC projects. Proven experience in supervising heavy industrial civil works and structural construction activities. Previous Middle East/GCC project experience preferred. Experience working with EPC Contractors, Consultants, or Owner's Engineer organizations is highly desirable. Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Professional Engineering registration is preferred. Additional certifications in construction management or QA/QC are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Oversee all civil and structural construction activities associated with the power plant, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design requirements, quality standards, HSE requirements, and EPC contract obligations. Review civil and structural drawings, design documents, calculations, and technical submittals. Supervise site construction activities related to foundations, buildings, structures, roads, drainage systems, underground utilities, and infrastructure works. Monitor EPC contractor compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and construction methodologies. Review method statements, inspection requests, ITPs, NCRs, and QA/QC documentation. Conduct site inspections and monitor concrete works, structural steel erection, earthworks, and finishing activities. Identify construction risks, technical issues, and deviations and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and I&C teams to resolve multidisciplinary interface issues. Support project progress monitoring, punch-list closure, mechanical completion, and handover activities.

Skills

  • Civil & Structural Engineering
  • Power Plant Construction Supervision
  • Concrete and Structural Steel Works
  • Foundation Design & Construction Knowledge
  • Site Inspection and Quality Control
  • QA/QC Procedures and Documentation
  • Construction Methodology Review
  • Quantity Verification and Progress Monitoring
  • Construction Safety Awareness
  • Review of ACI/ASTM/BS/Eurocodes standards
  • Structural drawings review
  • EPC project execution
  • Quality systems familiarity

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