Electrical Projects Manager

We are hiring an Electrical Projects Manager to deliver electrical and ELV works on building projects from award through TAQA supply activation, handover and final account.

Key responsibilities

• Lead delivery of electrical and ELV works on building projects — residential buildings and villas, schools, commercial and government buildings — on scope, cost, time, quality and safety.
• Mobilise each project: review the contract or subcontract, scope, specifications and drawings; set up the team, execution plan, programme and budget.
• Act as the main contact for clients, main contractors and consultants; chair progress meetings and handle escalations.
• Manage engineers, supervisors and subcontractors; set manpower plans and track productivity.
• Drive TAQA Distribution milestones end to end: LV drawing and load approvals, NOCs, inspections, supply activation and meter clearance.
• Control commercials: monthly payment applications, variations, claims, cash flow, cost-to-complete and final accounts.
• Plan procurement of long-lead equipment (LV panels, LV cables, light fittings and ELV head-end equipment) with the procurement team.
• Enforce HSE on every site: permit-to-work, lock-out/tag-out, TAQA safety rules and safe excavation near live services.
• Oversee testing and commissioning, snagging, as-built drawings, O&M manuals, handover and defects liability obligations.
• Report progress, risks, cash flow and margin to management every week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 15+ years in electrical or MEP contracting on building projects, including 8+ years in the UAE and at least 5 years as Project Manager on buildings.
• Proven delivery of building projects through TAQA Distribution (formerly ADDC/AADC) inspection and supply activation.
• Strong command of the Abu Dhabi Electricity Wiring Regulations, TAQA Distribution standards and Civil Defence requirements.
• Commercial skill in FIDIC-based contracts and subcontracts: variations, claims, payment certification and cost control.
• Valid UAE driving licence.
• Clear written and spoken English for reports, correspondence and client meetings.

Preferred

• PMP certification.
• ADQCC-approved Electrical Engineer.
• Building projects delivered for master developers and government entities in Abu Dhabi.

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person