Site Electrical Engineer

Working location

Doha, Qatar

Contract type

Permanent

Job purpose

Be an integral member of the construction team for the successful delivery of a major Qatar-based E IWPP project, playing a pivotal role in design review, construction monitoring, and commissioning support of instrumentation and control equipment for the 2,400 MW power and 110 MIGD desalination plant.

Key responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the construction team and owner's engineer, upholding team principles and ethics.

Become thoroughly familiar with technical requirements, specifications, and documentation within EPC contract and PWPA.

Attend project meetings as directed by the Construction Director.

Attend site meetings, produce minutes, and review EPC contractor weekly and monthly reports and other project documentation.

Coordinate activities involving third parties, such as regulatory authorities, technical assessors, and station facilities.

Support review of method statements, procedures, and test plans for factory or site construction and commissioning activities.

Witness and inspect site construction and commissioning activities with the owner's engineer.

Participate in system walkdowns, raise punch-list items, defects, and NCRs as required.

Review site test results and associated documentation.

Support the activities of other construction and O&M team members as needed.

Assist in reviewing and coordinating O&M manuals, spares, and related planning.

Maintain a detailed daily activity diary as agreed with the Construction Director.

Undertake other tasks as may be requested by the Construction Director.

Monitor budget and financial performance for assigned work areas on request, ensuring actions align with guidelines while promptly reporting variances.

Provide input and implement policies, systems, and procedures for the assigned team as requested.

Participate in the identification and realization of continuous improvement opportunities for systems, processes, and productivity enhancements.

Prepare timely and accurate reports in accordance with departmental quality standards as required.

Communications & working relationships

Internal: Construction Director, Deputy Construction Director, Construction Manager, Owner's Engineer, Construction Team, O&M Team.

External: EPC Contractor, relevant authorities, technical assessors, other project stakeholders, agencies, suppliers, and vendors.

Work environment & decision making authority

Operate within a dynamic project environment with key decisions requiring consultation and approval from the Construction Director or a designated appointee.

Tasked with upholding quality, accountability, and transparency standards in all activities and reporting.

Contribute insightful data and information about assigned functional areas to the team.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a reputable university or equivalent.

Experience:

7-15 years of experience in similar roles within large organizations, with project experience in complex environments in power generation and desalination.

Solid knowledge of conceptual design, construction, commissioning, operations, and maintenance within the industry.

Skills:

Team player with a strong ethical foundation and proactive approach to health, safety, and wellbeing.

Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.

Thorough understanding of energy, power, and water sectors, including emerging trends and technologies.

Proficiency in English (mandatory); Arabic is advantageous.

Demonstrated hands-on operational and implementation experience.

Strong interpersonal and communication (both written and verbal) skills; ability to collaborate with senior executives, management, external partners, and advisors.

'Can do' attitude, pride in work, and effective teamwork orientation.

Experience working in a team of technical project professionals, with an interest in personal development.

Familiarity with local health, safety, and environmental legislation and requirements.

Strong computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office tools.

Working knowledge of QCS2024 is a plus.

Good understanding of Qatari and GCC cultural and working environments.

Approvals

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