Sr. Electrical Site Engineer

Job Summary

The Electrical Site Engineer will manage the execution, installation, and testing of all on-site electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, low current (ELV), and fire alarm works. You will bridge the gap between engineering drawings and field installation, ensuring all works comply with approved plans, local authority regulations, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Installation: Supervise on-site electrical installation works including containment, cabling, panel boards, ELV and finishing fixtures.
• Drawing Coordination: Review electrical shop drawings and single-line diagrams to detect and resolve clashes with mechanical or civil structures.
• Authority Approvals: Assist in ensuring installations meet local regulatory authority standards (e.g., local Authority, Municipality, Civil Defense).
• Documentation & Inspection: Raise and close out Technical Data sheets (TDS), Drawing Submittals, Work Inspection Requests (WIR), Material Inspection Requests (MIR), Test Reports, as built drawings, Commissioning Reports of the project and with the consultant.
• Subcontractor Control: Monitor subcontractor productivity, inspect their work quality, and verify their monthly progress invoices.
• Progress Reporting: Maintain accurate site diaries and generate clear daily/weekly progress reports for the MEP Project Manager.
• Labor & Material requirement: Monitor daily manpower and material requirements based on planned site activities. Track workforce attendance, productivity, and resource utilization, ensuring adequate labor and materials are available to achieve project milestones. Coordinate with subcontractors and the procurement team to prevent delays and maintain continuous site progress.
• Testing & Commissioning: Direct the continuity, insulation, and functional testing of panels and systems during the commissioning phase.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to site safety rules and electrical lockout/tagout (LOTO) safety procedures.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of continuous field experience in building construction or MEP projects.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep familiarity with local utility regulations, international standards (e.g., IEC, BS standards), and testing procedures.
• Software: Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office tools.
• Skills: Strong team leadership abilities, excellent problem-solving skills, and clear verbal communication.

Application Question(s):

• Do you have knowledge of engineering drawings and field installation?
• Do you have knowledge of power distribution, lighting, low voltage (ELV), and fire alarm works?

Experience:

• Electrical engineering: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person