Senior ELV Site Engineer

We are looking for a candidate with significant site experience
, specifically in Data Center or Critical Facilities projects
. This is a site-based role requiring strong technical expertise in ELV/ICT systems, construction supervision, and coordination with contractors and project stakeholders. The successful candidate will also support and mentor junior engineers.

• Represent Syska Hennessy Group in all interactions with clients, contractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Supervise and monitor the installation of ELV/ICT systems, including structured cabling, fiber optics, CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, fire alarm, BMS interfaces, and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ensure ELV/ICT installations comply with approved designs, project specifications, local regulations, and international standards.
• Review and approve contractor submissions, including shop drawings, material submittals, RFIs, method statements, and technical documentation.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify installation quality, workmanship, and compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate ELV/ICT activities with electrical, mechanical, civil, architectural, and other engineering disciplines.
• Participate in weekly and monthly project meetings with clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Monitor site progress, identify technical issues, and provide solutions to ensure timely project delivery.
• Review and witness testing, commissioning, and integration of ELV/ICT systems, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Prepare site instructions, inspection reports, snag lists, and technical observations, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Review as-built drawings, O&M manuals, testing records, and final handover documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable UAE authority requirements, including TDRA, Civil Defence, and relevant security authorities.
• Support Data Center certification processes, including Uptime Institute requirements, where applicable.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision to junior engineers and site teams.
• Support final inspections, system acceptance, and handover of completed facilities to the client.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
  , preferably within an engineering consultancy, including significant site supervision experience.
• Proven experience in Data Center or Critical Facilities projects is mandatory.
• Strong technical knowledge of ELV/ICT systems, including structured cabling, fiber optics, CCTV, access control, fire alarm, and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings, material submissions, RFIs, method statements, and testing and commissioning documentation.
• Familiarity with international standards such as TIA, BICSI, ISO/IEC, NFPA, and applicable UAE regulations.
• Strong coordination, communication, and technical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage site activities and coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Professional certifications such as RCDD or equivalent are an advantage.
• Candidates currently based in the UAE are preferred
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• Competitive salary package
• Annual leave and public holidays as per UAE Labour Law
• Annual air ticket allowance
• End-of-service benefits as per UAE Labour Law
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Exposure to large-scale Data Center and Critical Facilities projects
• Collaborative and multicultural work environment
• Opportunity to work with a leading global engineering consultancy