Construction Manager - Electrical

Abu Dhabi
Permanent
Full-time

22 days ago

Job Description:A Construction Manager – Electrical (Substation Projects) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the construction and installation of electrical systems in substations such as AIS or GIS substations. The role ensures that all works meet utility standards, safety regulations, project schedule, and quality requirements.Below are the main responsibilities specific to substation projects:1. Project Planning & Scheduling

Review substation electrical drawings, layouts, and specifications.
Develop detailed construction schedules for electrical activities.
Plan work sequences for:

Equipment installation
Cable laying
Control and protection systems
Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and commissioning teams to align schedules.

Manage installation and erection of major substation equipment such as:

Power transformers
Circuit breakers
Disconnectors / isolators
Current transformers (CT)
Voltage transformers (VT / PT)
Surge arresters
Busbars and connectors
GIS equipment (if applicable)

Ensure installation follows manufacturer instructions and project standards.Supervise and inspect:

High-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) cable laying
Control and protection cable routing
Cable termination and jointing
Cable tray and trench installations
Earthing and grounding systems
Lighting and small power systems in the substation.

Coordinate installation of:

Protection panels and relay systems
Control panels and RTU panels
SCADA systems
Communication systems and fiber optics
Interlocking and control wiring.

Ensure all wiring and panel installations meet design and testing requirements.

Oversee installation of substation grounding grid.
Ensure proper installation of:

Earth pits
Ground conductors
Equipment bonding
Lightning protection systems.
Verify earth resistance measurements meet design criteria.

Method statements
Inspection test plans (ITP)
Material submittals
Conduct site inspections and coordinate with consultants for approvals.

Support testing and commissioning of substation systems including:

Transformer testing
Circuit breaker functional tests
Relay protection testing
Cable insulation and continuity tests
SCADA communication tests

Coordinate with commissioning engineers and utility representatives.

Plan delivery and storage of major equipment such as transformers and GIS components.
Ensure correct handling and preservation of sensitive equipment.
Monitor material inventory and prevent delays.

Larsen & Toubro

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