Project Engineer – Civil (380kV Substation)

About the role

The Project Engineer – Civil will lead and supervise civil works for 380 kV substation projects, ensuring compliance with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) standards, safety, and quality requirements. This role coordinates with consultants, contractors, and SEC representatives to deliver civil construction on schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and control all civil construction activities at the substation site, including foundations, control building, cable trenches, equipment foundations, roads, and fencing.
• Ensure works comply with SEC standards, drawings, and specifications.
• Review civil designs, drawings, and shop drawings and obtain approvals from engineering consultants/contractors.
• Coordinate with SEC representatives, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to maintain project progress.
• Plan and schedule civil construction activities to meet project milestones.
• Monitor material quality and workmanship, conduct inspections, and enforce QA/QC requirements.
• Enforce strict health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards on site.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation such as daily progress reports, inspection requests, and material approvals.
• Assist in resolving technical issues, variations, and claims related to civil works.
• Support the Project Manager in progress meetings and provide updates on civil work status.
• Ensure timely completion and handover of civil works for electrical equipment installation and substation commissioning.

Required profile

• Experience in EPC substation projects within Saudi Arabia.
• Familiarity with SEC, National Grid SA, or major utility projects.
• Proven track record of delivering substation civil works safely, within budget, and on schedule.
• Immediate availability with SEC approval or transferable iqama is an advantage.

Required skills

• Civil construction for high‑voltage substations
• Project scheduling and execution
• Quality assurance (QA/QC) management
• Health, safety, and environmental (HSE) compliance
• EPC project execution