Manager – Civil; Site), Substation Projects | UAE

Location: Ajman, United Arab Emirates
Company: Al Ghurair Infrastructure
Job Category: Engineering & Technical;
Construction & Real Estate;
Energy, Oil & Gas
Experience

Required:

12–15 years
Project Type: 33/11 kV or 132/11 kV substation projects
Joining Requirement: Immediate joiners only

Al Ghurair Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Manager – Civil (Site) to lead civil construction activities for substation projects in Ajman, UAE. The position is intended for a senior civil construction professional with 12–15 years of experience and a proven managerial background in substation or utility infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate should bring strong expertise in EtihadWE projects, high-voltage substations, site execution, subcontractor management, and end-to-end project delivery. The role requires the ability to coordinate construction activities, manage site teams and subcontractors, and support the delivery of civil works in line with project requirements.

This opportunity is particularly suited to professionals with relevant UAE utility infrastructure experience and the required project approvals. Candidates who are available to join immediately will be prioritized. The role offers an opportunity to apply senior-level construction management expertise to critical electrical infrastructure projects.

• Lead and oversee civil construction activities for 33/11 kV and 132/11 kV substation projects.
• Manage site execution and coordinate day-to-day civil construction activities.
• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate their work to support project delivery.
• Monitor construction progress and address site-level execution challenges.
• Coordinate project activities with relevant stakeholders to support end-to-end delivery.
• Apply knowledge of high-voltage substation and utility infrastructure projects.
• Support compliance with project specifications, technical requirements, and applicable construction standards.
• Coordinate civil works activities to maintain project progress and resolve implementation issues.

Note:

These responsibilities are based on the role description; a complete official responsibilities list has not been provided by the employer.

• 12–15 years of civil construction experience.
• Proven managerial experience in substation or utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in site execution and subcontractor management.
• Demonstrated involvement in end-to-end project delivery.
• Strong expertise in EtihadWE projects and high-voltage substations.

Relevant experience with the following substation project types is required:

• 33/11 kV substations.
• 132/11 kV substations.

Applicants are requested to share relevant approval documents, where applicable, for the following authorities:

• EtihadWE
• FEWA
• TAQA
• DEWA
• AADC
• ADDC
• SEWA

Only immediate joiners should apply. Candidates available to join immediately will be prioritized.

Specific educational qualifications and professional certifications have not been stated in the original vacancy announcement.

The employer has not specified the salary range or employment benefits for this position.

This senior-level opportunity offers scope to apply and further develop expertise in substation construction, utility infrastructure, site management, subcontractor coordination, and project delivery. Continued professional development in civil construction management, project planning, quality management, and utility infrastructure standards may support long-term career progression. Specific training programs, certification sponsorship, and employee benefits have not been confirmed.