Civil Engineer - Substation Construction (12 Months)

Transguard Workforce Solutions is the UAE’s leading provider of unique and innovative HR solutions. With a decade of experience in the region and a team that possesses extensive knowledge of the market, we provide a fully integrated HR solution. We are currently recruiting an Civil Engineer - Substation Construction for our client based in UAE, for their Projects in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to oversee and manage civil construction activities for substation projects (132kV/220kV/400kV). The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe, high-quality, and timely execution of civil works while coordinating with subcontractors, consultants, client representatives, QA/QC, and HSE teams. Job Responsibilities: • Supervise and manage all civil construction activities during the night shift. • Ensure work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, method statements, and permit requirements. • Coordinate and monitor subcontractors, surveyors, QA/QC personnel, and HSE teams to ensure safe and efficient site operations. • Track progress against the approved project schedule and ensure productivity targets are achieved. • Maintain compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards throughout project execution. • Coordinate with the day-shift team to ensure smooth work continuity and effective shift handovers. • Prepare and submit daily reports covering work progress, manpower, equipment utilization, site issues, and resource requirements. • Liaise with client representatives, including TAQA, EDF, consultants, and project management teams as required. • Identify and resolve site execution issues promptly to avoid delays and maintain project quality standards. • Monitor site activities to ensure timely completion of milestones and adherence to project deadlines. Job Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. • Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience in civil construction, preferably on substation projects (132kV, 220kV, 400kV, or similar utility infrastructure projects). • Proven experience in managing civil works execution, subcontractors, quality control, and HSE compliance. • Familiarity with UAE utility projects and coordination with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders. • TAQA Competency Certification as Civil Engineer is preferred/required. • Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, method statements, and permit-to-work requirements. Candidates should ideally come from: • Power Utility Projects • Electrical Substation Construction Projects • Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Projects • EPC Contractors handling High Voltage Substations (132kV/220kV/400kV) • Utility Infrastructure and Energy Projects

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience in civil construction, preferably on substation projects (132kV, 220kV, 400kV, or similar utility infrastructure projects). Proven experience in managing civil works execution, subcontractors, quality control, and HSE compliance. Familiarity with UAE utility projects and coordination with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders. TAQA Competency Certification as Civil Engineer is preferred/required. Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, method statements, and permit-to-work requirements.

Supervise and manage all civil construction activities during the night shift. Ensure work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, method statements, and permit requirements. Coordinate and monitor subcontractors, surveyors, QA/QC personnel, and HSE teams to ensure safe and efficient site operations. Track progress against the approved project schedule and ensure productivity targets are achieved. Maintain compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards throughout project execution. Coordinate with the day-shift team to ensure smooth work continuity and effective shift handovers. Prepare and submit daily reports covering work progress, manpower, equipment utilization, site issues, and resource requirements. Liaise with client representatives, including TAQA, EDF, consultants, and project management teams as required. Identify and resolve site execution issues promptly to avoid delays and maintain project quality standards. Monitor site activities to ensure timely completion of milestones and adherence to project deadlines.