Lead Electrical Engineer

AtkinsRéalis business is one of the largest multidisciplinary, multi sector engineering design consultancies.

As one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in the defence sector, AtkinsRéalis are ideally placed to respond to this market. We have a broad establishment and proud, 50-year history throughout the Middle East region.

We provide a full range of design, engineering and project management services for buildings, transportation, and other infrastructure programmes.

AtkinsRéalis in the Middle East now employs around 2,000 staff serving Gulf clients across all market sectors from offices in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Manama, Muscat, Riyadh, and Sharjah.

About AtkinsRéalis 

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Location: UAE

Job Summary:

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a qualified Lead Electrical Engineer with 15+years of on-site experience in stadium projects within the Mixed use/Building/Infra sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring construction activities comply with project specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.

Requirements

• B.Eng qualification preferred
• Experience in Middle East
• Understanding of district cooling/Fire Fighting principals

Responsibilities

• Carry out Building Services Electrical Engineering Design on Lighting and power design to British, and local Standards.
• Candidate shall have Site supervision experience
• Candidate shall be experienced in handling projects using BIM models developed to 4D & 5D levels.
• Candidate shall review the Contractor Model, in managing the project controls (time and budget) through 4D and 5D models.
• Coordinate with Architects, Structural Engineers and Mechanical Engineers and any other design consultants.
• Coordinate with, instruct and supervise Electrical Engineers and Auto CAD Technicians.
• Carry out arithmetical checks and independent design checks of other Engineer’s design and design reviews.
• Report to Head of the MEP Department.
• Responsible for the correctness and accuracy of their own work and the work of the team. Complete engineering work within the agreed programme, or notify the Head of MEP Department if not.
• Responsible for the checking of CAD works done under their supervision.
• To instruct CAD operators in all project related matters.
• To adhere to QA procedures and advise Engineers/Technicians.
• To coordinate on a day-to-day basis for which the design of projects they have been appointed with other members of the design team.
• Compile Tender Documents.
• Manage Electrical project Local Authority (UPDA) DC1 and DC2 submittals.
• Evaluate Contractor submittals and write reports.
• Analyse problems, develop solutions.
• Minute and Report writing skills.

Rewards & Benefits

• A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidate
• Accommodation allowance
• Transportation allowance
• 26 working days annual leave.
• Medical and life insurance cover
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Annual return airfare to point of origin.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Atkinsréalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination. Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.

- Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.

- Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect.

- Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimization and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement.

- Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.