The Role
Senior Electrical Engineer to supervise and provide technical oversight of electrical installations for residential villas and infrastructure in Liwa. Duties include reviewing IFC drawings, monitoring contractor performance, witnessing testing/commissioning, enforcing HSE standards, managing submissions and documentation, supporting handover and defects liability, and coordinating with stakeholders and authorities.
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SR.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Project: Construction Supervision of Residential Villas &
Infrastructure
Location: Liwa, Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi
Location: Liwa, Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi
Job
Summary
KN International is seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer to support the client in supervising, coordinating, and ensuring quality and
compliance of electrical works in residential villas and associated
infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive construction
supervision experience in the UAE or similar environment, with strong technical
expertise, leadership, and client communication skills.
The role involves
providing technical oversight, monitoring contractor performance, implementing
safety standards, and managing all electrical installations from mobilization through
handover and defects liability period.
Key
Responsibilities
- Take overall
responsibility for the technical execution and supervision of electrical
works, including power distribution, lighting, low voltage systems, and
utilities.
- Provide
senior-level site supervision and technical guidance for electrical
installations across villas, infrastructure, and utility works.
- Review, interpret,
and ensure compliance with IFC drawings, specifications, authority
standards, and contractual obligations.
- Monitor contractor
activities, assess work quality, and report non-conformances (NCRs).
- Review and verify
contractor submissions, including shop drawings, method statements,
materials submittals, test reports, and O&M manuals.
- Conduct site
inspections, witness testing/commissioning, and ensure electrical systems
meet design, quality, and safety requirements.
- Coordinate with
contractors, authorities, utilities, and other stakeholders to facilitate
smooth project execution.
- Implement and
enforce HSE requirements, safe working practices, and environmental
controls.
- Support project
controls, including progress tracking, reporting, and coordination
meetings.
- Assist in
handover, snagging, final inspections, and monitoring during the defects
liability period.
- Maintain accurate
technical documentation, site records, and inspection logs.
Required
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree
in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Professional
Engineering (PE) license in the UAE is preferred.
- Minimum 10 years
of relevant construction supervision experience in the UAE or similar
environment.
- Previous
experience with Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) projects preferred.
- Strong leadership,
team coordination, and client-facing skills.
- Excellent
technical knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, lighting,
and low voltage systems.
- Proficiency in
project management software and engineering tools.
- In-depth knowledge
of UAE local regulations, codes, and industry standards.
- Proven track
record in managing and delivering large-scale residential and
infrastructure projects.
- Willingness to
work on remote sites in Liwa, Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi.
Why
Join Us?
At KN
International, we are committed to delivering excellence in infrastructure
solutions. Our team works on impactful projects that drive innovation and
progress. We offer competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a
dynamic work environment.
If you
are ready to take your career to the next level, apply today!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in the UAE
- Minimum 10 years of relevant construction supervision experience in the UAE or similar environment
- Previous experience with Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) projects
- Strong leadership, team coordination, and client-facing skills
- Excellent technical knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, lighting, and low voltage systems
- Proficiency in project management software and engineering tools
- In-depth knowledge of UAE local regulations, codes, and industry standards
- Proven track record in managing and delivering large-scale residential and infrastructure projects
- Willingness to work on remote sites in Liwa, Al Dhafra Region
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The Company
What We Do
KN International, established in Abu Dhabi in 2006, is a leader in architecture and engineering, focusing on creating inspiring and enduring environments through project management and design consultancy.
