Senior Electrical Engineer

About us

Dutco Construction L.L.C is part of the Dutco Group of Construction companies which started operations in the United Arab Emirates in the 1970s and today considered one of the leading heavy civil and marine contractors in the UAE.

We employ more than 10,000 people, making us one of the largest construction companies in the region with an extensive track record in large-scale projects including power stations, reservoirs, hotels, airport infrastructure and port development. Many of the country’s highways, tunnels and bridges have been engineered and built by us, allowing the use of our in-house asphalt, concrete, plant and machinery.

For almost 50 years we have built a strong and loyal client base across both the public and private sectors whilst working on the UAE’s iconic projects including Expo 2020, The Address Hotel renovation, Bluewaters, Marsa Al Seef, CityWalk and the expansion of the Fashion Avenue in the Dubai Mall.

We are hiring  Senior Electrical Engineer  for high-rise building project in Abu Dhabi

Role Purpose

·Responsible for the delivery, coordination, and oversight of all electrical systems on site.

·Ensure compliance with design intent, specifications, programme, quality standards, and authority requirements.

·Act as the key interface between subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams for electrical works.

Key Responsibilities

·Review electrical shop drawings, load schedules, single line diagrams, and material submittals.

·Monitor installation of power, lighting, ELV, earthing, and lightning protection systems.

·Coordinate with mechanical, civil and interior teams to ensure clash-free installation.

·Track subcontractor progress and productivity against programme.

·Identify risks to programme and develop mitigation or recovery strategies.

·Manage RFIs, technical queries, and site instructions.

·Support inspections, testing, commissioning, and energisation activities.

·Coordinate authority approvals including ADDC, ADCD, etc inspections and energisation.

·Ensure QA/QC compliance through ITPs, inspections, and documentation.

·Promote HSE compliance and safe working practices on site.

Skills & Competencies

·Strong understanding of electrical systems.

·Good coordination and communication skills.

·Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

·Problem-solving and proactive approach to site issues on site.

·Knowledge of Abu Dhabi authority processes preferred.

Qualifications & Experience

·Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.

·3–7 years’ experience with a main contractor.

·Experience delivering residential buildings including basement levels, podium/ground floors, approximately 8–10 upper floors, and roof-level MEP plant is preferred.