About the Role
The Project Engineer – Electrical will be responsible for the supervision, coordination, and delivery of electrical works associated with 33/11kV substations, overhead lines (OHL), and underground (UG) cable networks. The role will oversee contractors throughout the project lifecycle, from engineering review and construction through testing, commissioning, energization, handover, and project close-out. The successful candidate will ensure that works are delivered safely, on schedule, within contractual requirements, and in accordance with approved technical specifications and NEDC QHSSE requirements.
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Responsibilities
- Site Supervision & QHSSE Compliance: Manage and supervise all 33/11kV substation construction and OHL/UG line works, issue instructions to the contractor to ensure execution as per tender specifications, and ensure adherence to NEDC QHSSE requirements on site.
- Engineering Review & Approvals: Review and approve the contractor's construction programme, electrical drawings, calculations and submittals in coordination with civil engineers, and manage all project correspondence and document control with the contractor.
- Inspection, Testing & Commissioning: Inspect materials delivered to site, witness factory and site inspections during manufacturing, erection, testing and commissioning, and ensure closure of all punch list items.
- Contract, Commercial & Risk Management: Review contractor claims and change requests (cost/time), verify and certify contractor invoices, prepare proposals for changes in scope, time, quality or technical requirements, and maintain the project risk register with mitigation plans.
- Progress Monitoring & Reporting: Attend progress meetings, identify and escalate issues with recommendations, and submit timely weekly/monthly progress reports, site visit reports, contractor performance reports and responses to audit reports.
- Energization, Handover & Project Closure: Obtain clearance for energization, resolve snags, approve as-built drawings and certifications, complete project closure including a lessons learned report, and support the client during the defect liability (guarantee) period.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in electrical engineering and power distribution projects.
- Strong experience with 33/11kV substations and associated distribution networks.
- Demonstrable experience in OHL and underground cable projects.
- Experience in construction supervision, testing, commissioning, energization, and handover of electrical infrastructure.
Benefits
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