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The Senior Electrical Project Engineer is responsible for a team of Engineers / Supervisors. The Senior Electrical Project Engineer typically operates as a Project Manager on one or multiple projects and is responsible for all electrical activities (internal and external) on the project. In this capacity, Senior Electrical Project Engineer is responsible for the overall success of the Project Engineering & Execution activities in line with the Projects goals.

• The Senior Electrical Project Engineer is assigned by the Project Manager and is typically the Project Manager for specific project / part of project and delivers a System or Project as required.
• The Senior Electrical Project Engineer is an advisor on Electrical services to the business units and maintains good communication with all stakeholders to ensure critical areas of concern are addressed.
• The Senior Electrical Project Engineer coordinates assigned projects, promotes safe working practices, develops and executes technically compliant, cost effective electrical engineering solutions for a project.
• The Senior Electrical Project Engineer accomplishes the assigned tasks within the framework of the company policies and procedures.

 Project Management

• Delivering the project on time, within the budget and acceptable quality to all stakeholders.
• Liaise with all stake holders (Main Contractors, Consultants, Client and internal departments) to ensure project deliverables are catered during the engineering, execution and close out of the project.
• Coordinating with Planning Engineer, Junior Engineers and Supervisors in quantifying total material and labour requirements for the project, ensuring timely order of materials, planning / arranging of labour / sub-contractors.
• Coordinating with Planning Engineer, Junior Engineers, and Supervisors in monitoring daily productivity, comparing with planned, taking corrective actions for loss of productivity.
• Manage / Oversee installation and construction work from time to time and ensure efficient standards of workmanship are maintained.

• Maximise the efficient use of plant and equipment from within the organization.
• Liaise with local authorities as required. 

Cost Management

• Checking the respective trade project cost (cost to complete) with allotted budget, reporting higher management / commercial / estimation department cost trends in a timely manner.
• Coordinating with QS to ensure that all variation works are captured, delays notified so that effective claims are made to increase budgeted project margins.
• Check for the options to propose good value engineering solutions on the designs which could mutually benefit all stakeholders, including a potential improvement to the budgeted profit margins. 

Engineering

• Take lead in managing / coordinating with engineers and drafting team for the submission / approval of shop drawings, tracking progress by shop drawing register.
• Take lead in managing / Coordinating with engineers and procurement department for vendor finalization / material submission and approvals of suppliers / vendors / equipment, tracking progress by material submission / procurement register.
• Seek resolution on complex technical problems as required to
• Ensure satisfactory completion of design and construction.
• Coordination with Mechanical / other trades for verification of actual equipment loads with IFC’s, notifying changes.
• Liaising with DEWA / ADDC / ETISALAT / DU / DCD authorities for approvals and having up-to-date knowledge on the current regulations and standards. 

Quality / Standards

• Develop / apply internal engineering and construction standards, operating procedures, specifications and templates so that project delivery, engineering and construction are conducted in a consistent manner. 
• Maintaining Lessons learnt register, exchange technical information and learnings within the organization to maintain awareness of internal projects, developments and trend.
• Develop Method Statements for each activity in line with Project Specifications.
• Project Closeout Documentations. 

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensuring that all company and sub contract personnel are complying with AFE HSE Policy.
• Reporting all personal injuries and incidents and assisting with investigations.
• Actively supporting and participate in safety and environmental initiatives.
• Ensuring JSAs are completed as required. 

The Senior Electrical Project Engineer will report to the Project Manager, however, channels exists for direct communication with the General Manager and other member from the senior leadership team at weekly meetings or as and when required. 

To be a successful in this role, you should have a bachelor's degree in engineering specialised in electrical. Masters in Business Administration is a plus. Minimum of 10+ years relevant experience in a MEP contracting environment. Typically, has managed MEP projects of approx. value between AED 10 million – AED 50 million, handling anything between 2 – 4 projects simultaneously. Experience in Pre Contract designing & Post Contract construct phase of the project. Experience with government authorities & regulations – DEWA, FEWA, ADDC.

Strong knowledge of MEP Systems (all aspects - design, function, installations, testing & commissioning and coordination with other trades). Strong knowledge of scheduling / planning and tracking of progress. Knowledge of risk assessment and contingency planning. Awareness / exposure on various system methodologies. Ability to manage multiple project site. Good knowledge in project planning, project management, cost management and FIDIC contract clauses. Possess knowledge of project development and/or project management software (i.e. Pro Design – Amtech, DIALux, AutoCAD / Revit, MS Project / Primavera). Strong written contractual communication skills.

The Senior Electrical Project Engineer will have to demonstrate excellent leadership qualities, be customer focused and be able to handle multiple and often conflicting priorities. It is essential the incumbent should have excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style. Excels at operating in a fast pace, community environment. Have the ability to look at situations from several points of view. Delegate responsibilities effectively. Excellent problem analytical skills and problem simulation. Should have a high comfort level working in a diverse environment. Open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done. Manage cross-functional relationships effectively. Strong verbal and writing skills, with regards to contractual communication. People management skills & problem solving skills. Excellent managerial & administrative skills however at the same time hands on with day to day business operations. Detail oriented and good reporting skills. Establish clear lines of communication both internally & externally. Strong commercial expertise in driving business results. 

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