Senior Civil Engineer

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Senior Civil Engineer at Ghobash Group's Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC in Abu Dhabi leads civil construction and maintenance on industrial sites, manages a team of foremen and technicians, and ensures work meets specifications and safety standards while driving on time delivery. Key duties include design review, budgets and schedules, compliance with local codes, site inspections, QA/QC, and client liaison with contractors and authorities, plus mentoring junior engineers. Requirements: Civil Engineering degree (master preferred), PE license is a plus, 6 to 12 years in site supervision and project management. To apply, tailor your resume to quantify outcomes, show leadership and safety results, and demonstrate ADNOC/EPC experience with clear budget control and risk mitigation.

Company Description

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

Job Description

Oversee and coordinate Civil construction, and maintenance activities in a construction or industrial site setting. Responsible for managing a team of Civil foremen, technicians, ensuring work is carried out efficiently, according to specifications, and in compliance with safety regulations, ultimately contributing to the successful completion of projects and the smooth operation of Civil systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise civil engineering projects from concept through completion.

• Review and approve design drawings, specifications, and calculations.

• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.

• Ensure compliance with local authority standards, codes, and safety regulations.

• Conduct site inspections, progress monitoring, and quality assurance checks.

• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and documentation.

• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and government authorities.

• Identify risks, troubleshoot issues, and propose practical engineering solutions.

• Mentor and guide junior engineers and site teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification is an advantage.

• Minimum 6–12 years of experience in civil engineering, including site supervision and project management.

Additional Information

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Effective communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• High attention to detail and quality orientation.