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Project Engineer - Electrical

Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across qatar, uae with 6 recent postings.

GCC postings
6
Active markets
2
Typical experience
8+ years
In brief

A Project Engineer - Electrical in the GCC region requires compliance, safety, procurement, quality control, excel. Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

What a Project Engineer - Electrical earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Project Engineer - Electrical. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
16,000
Median
24,000
75th percentile
35,000
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Key responsibilities
  • 01Project Execution & Coordination
  • 02Review electrical drawings, specifications, and scope prior to site mobilization.
  • 03Prepare material take
  • 04offs for electrical works based on approved drawings.
  • 05Coordinate with the Project Manager, client representatives, and head office to ensure correct execution of electrical installations.
  • 06Support preparation of mobilization and demobilization documentation.
  • 07day site activities related to electrical installation works.
  • 08Supervise Foremen and Electricians to ensure productivity, safety, and quality compliance.
  • 09Monitor work progress and ensure activities are carried out as per approved method statements and schedules.
  • 10Coordinate with other disciplines to avoid clashes and delays.
  • 11Quality, Safety & Compliance
  • 12Ensure electrical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, and project standards.
Required qualifications
  • — built drawings. Coordinate with QA/QC team for inspections and approvals. Assist in preparation of handover documents, O&M manuals, and final submissions.
  • — Bachelor’s Degree or Technical Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • — Minimum 8+ years of experience in electrical fit
  • — Experience in commercial, residential, or hospitality interior fit
  • — Technical Skills
  • — Strong knowledge of electrical fit
  • — out systems including lighting, power, containment, and ELV coordination.
  • — Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
Preferred qualifications
  • — out projects is preferred.
  • — Middle East experience (Qatar preferred) is an advantage.
  • — Doha: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
  • — Middle East / gulf : 5 years (Preferred)
  • — out projects.: 8 years (Preferred)
Education requirements
  • — Bachelor's degree

Required skills

compliancesafetyprocurementquality controlexcelcommunication

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Hiring companies we see

  • Al Shirawi Group
  • Galfar
  • Azizi Developments
  • One Thousand Walls

Hired across

  • qatar
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Project Engineer - Electrical do in the GCC?

    A Project Engineer - Electrical in the GCC performs core duties related to compliance, safety, procurement, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Project Engineer - Electrical?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 8+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Project Engineer - Electrical in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across qatar, uae, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Project Engineer - Electrical role?

    Key skills include compliance, safety, procurement, quality control, excel, communication, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Project Engineer - Electrical in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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