Resident Engineer
ResidentEngineer-Cables
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“Resident Engineer - Cables at Resident Engineer. Skills: Underground cable projects, Civil works, High-voltage cable systems. Lead construction of underground cable projects. Ensure works comply with drawings”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver projects in line with specifications; Deliver projects in line with quality standards; Deliver projects in line with HSE requirements; Ensure efficient delivery within schedule; Ensure efficient delivery within budget
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Analytical; Decision-making
Ability to work on-site, Travel within region
What You'll Do.
Lead construction of underground cable projects
Ensure works comply with drawings
Monitor contractor performance
Review contractor submissions
Approve contractor submissions
Conduct site inspections
Enforce QA/QC procedures
Coordinate with electrical teams
Coordinate with mechanical teams
Coordinate with utility teams
Liaise between client and contractor
Resolve technical issues
Resolve construction challenges
Resolve contractual matters
Manage project schedules
Monitor project progress
Implement corrective actions
Maintain site documentation
Maintain records of activities
Lead progress reviews
Communicate project status
Communicate mitigation plans
Oversee commissioning support
Oversee final handover
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinating contractors; Coordinating consultants; Coordinating stakeholders; Coordination with electrical teams; Coordination with mechanical teams; Coordination with utility teams
Communication Scope
Reporting; Stakeholder management
Process & Methodology
Project management, Schedule management, Progress monitoring
Full Job Description
### **Job Description** ## Overview As a Resident Engineer – Cables, you will lead and oversee the execution of underground cable infrastructure projects, ensuring all civil works are delivered in line with design specifications, quality standards, and health, safety, and environmental requirements. You will act as the primary on-site representative, coordinating contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of high-voltage cable systems within schedule and budget. ## Your role * Lead and supervise the construction of underground cable projects, including trenching, duct banks, cable laying, joint bays, and associated civil works. * Ensure all works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project standards. * Monitor contractor performance, progress, and compliance with quality and HSE requirements. * Review and approve contractor submissions such as method statements, shop drawings, and material submittals. * Conduct regular site inspections and enforce QA/QC procedures throughout project execution. * Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and utility teams to ensure seamless integration of cable systems. * Act as the primary liaison between client, contractor, and supervision team on-site. * Identify and resolve technical issues, construction challenges, and contractual matters. * Manage project schedules, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions where required. * Maintain detailed site documentation, reports, and records of project activities. * Lead site meetings, progress reviews, and communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans. * Oversee testing, commissioning support, and final handover of cable infrastructure works. ## About you * Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. * 10+ years of experience in infrastructure or utility projects, with strong experience in underground cable works. * Proven experience in managing and supervising high-voltage cable or uti
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