Resident Engineer - Electrical (6 Months Contract)
WSP in the Middle East
Date: 1 day ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of an international collective of innovative thinkers, all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, working on projects that transform society for all of us.
WSP Middle East is seeking a dynamic Resident Engineer Electrical will be responsible for overseeing and managing electrical engineering projects within the ADDC or AADC domain. They will play a pivotal role in ensuring that projects are executed according to specifications, on time, and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
WSP is looking for a Principal Resident Engineer who is accountable for the operational performance, technical and people leadership of the project supervision team and electrical power network team projects for WSP in UAE and beyond
Your new role, what's involved?
As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first-class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.
Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture that respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Apply now and be the future of WSP!
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.
Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of an international collective of innovative thinkers, all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, working on projects that transform society for all of us.
WSP Middle East is seeking a dynamic Resident Engineer Electrical will be responsible for overseeing and managing electrical engineering projects within the ADDC or AADC domain. They will play a pivotal role in ensuring that projects are executed according to specifications, on time, and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
WSP is looking for a Principal Resident Engineer who is accountable for the operational performance, technical and people leadership of the project supervision team and electrical power network team projects for WSP in UAE and beyond
Your new role, what's involved?
- Define Electrical Engineering strategies and undertake feasibility works across numerous project types in UAE
- Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
- Undertake project documentation reviews and checking in accordance with QA procedures
- Lead the project and undertake line manager responsibility for the project supervision team
- Ensure that Health & Safety is embedded into all work practices in line with company policies
- Ensure the right resources are utilized effectively at the right time in projects Including engaging with the Complimentary Resource Centers (CRCs) to ensure that communication and design and review processes are continually improved and achieve required targets with expected quality.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.
- Proven experience as a Resident Engineer Electrical in large infrastructure or construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of Electrical engineering principles and practices.
- Excellent project management and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Dynamic and like to challenge the norm by finding new and innovative ways to get my work done without compromising on quality
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of local and international construction codes and regulations.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- AADC or ADDC experience is mandatory
As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first-class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.
Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture that respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Apply now and be the future of WSP!
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.
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