Electrical Engineer, Construction Supervision

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons Corporation, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Parsons Corporation is seeking an exceptionally talented Electrical Engineer, Construction Supervision to join our construction supervision teams on major infrastructure and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) programs. In this role, you will support the Resident Engineer in all technical, supervision, and coordination aspects of electrical systems, ensuring full compliance from design review through installation, testing, commissioning, and final handover. You will be responsible for supervising contractors delivering HV and LV power distribution, lighting, substations, and electrical systems supporting ITS, traffic signals, and associated infrastructure, in accordance with contract documents, authority regulations, and international standards. This includes supervising and reviewing electrical design inputs, calculations, drawings, specifications, and installation works, and reviewing and recommending approval of shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and testing & commissioning plans. You will also supervise the installation of HV/LV power distribution systems, substations, lighting systems, and power supplies for ITS and traffic systems. Your duties will involve conducting routine site inspections to verify workmanship, quality, safety, and authority compliance, as well as witnessing factory and site acceptance testing, energization, and commissioning activities. Coordination with telecom, civil, ITS, and other disciplines to ensure system integration is key. You will manage punch lists and support final testing, commissioning, and handover, and review as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, and final project documentation. Key responsibilities include supervising electrical system installation, testing, and commissioning, reviewing and approving electrical load demand calculations and power network designs, and ensuring compliance with DEWA, ADDC/ADWEA, local Civil Defense, and other relevant authorities. You will verify cable sizing, short circuit, load flow, and derating calculations, monitor site safety and implement corrective actions, attend technical meetings, and prepare reports and correspondence. Providing technical guidance to inspectors and junior engineers is also part of the role. Candidates should bring a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in the UAE or Gulf region. Strong knowledge of HV/LV power distribution, substations, lighting design, and electrical calculations is required, along with experience with electrical design and analysis tools such as Dialux, AGi32, and Amtech. Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, BS standards and local authority regulations is essential, as is an understanding of ELV/ITS interfaces including traffic signals, CCTV, SCADA, and related systems. Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, or similar design tools is expected, as is experience liaising with authorities for electrical power approvals and NOCs. Strong coordination, communication, and documentation skills are paramount. Registration with DEWA and approvals from DM/RTA are considered an advantage. Parsons Corporation equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons Corporation quest—APPLY TODAY!