Electrical Site Manager - Substations | Saudi Arabia
On-siteCairo, Cairo, Egypt
Job Summary
Lead and manage all electrical site activities for HV/EHV substation projects, overseeing equipment installation, cable works, and earthing systems while ensuring compliance with SEC, IEC, IEEE, and Saudi regulations. Review and approve engineering drawings, technical specifications, and method statements submitted by subcontractors, then coordinate closely with design, procurement, QA/QC, and client representatives to resolve technical issues. Supervise site engineers and foremen, monitor progress against schedule and budget, and prepare daily progress reports and risk assessments. Drive testing, commissioning, and final handover activities to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 10–15 years of experience in electrical site management within HV/EHV substation or power infrastructure construction projects
- at least 5 years in a managerial role
- Hands-on experience in HV/EHV substations, including voltage levels such as 115 kV, 132 kV, 220 kV, or 380 kV
- Deep understanding of substation systems, electrical equipment installation, cable works, earthing systems, protection panels, control systems, and site execution procedures
- Strong familiarity with transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, CTs, VTs, isolators, busbars, control and protection systems, and auxiliary systems
- Ability to read, interpret, and approve single-line diagrams, layout drawings, cable schedules, termination drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
- Strong knowledge of HSE and quality requirements for electrical construction activities
- proven experience in enforcing safety protocols on site
- Proven leadership abilities, including managing multidisciplinary teams, delegating tasks, and driving performance
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