Electrical Construction Manager – Substation

About the role

The Electrical Construction Manager will lead the execution, supervision and delivery of substation works on an oil‑and‑gas project. You will ensure safe, on‑time and quality‑driven construction of high‑voltage equipment while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead all electrical construction activities for GIS/AIS substations, transformers, cables and protection systems.
• Oversee installation, testing and commissioning of high‑voltage equipment (132 kV / 220 kV).
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Manage interfaces with civil, mechanical, E&I, telecom and MEP disciplines.
• Supervise subcontractors, vendors and site crews to maintain productivity and quality.
• Monitor progress against schedule and implement recovery plans when needed.
• Enforce HSE policies and promote a strong safety culture on site.
• Review and approve method statements, ITPs, RFIs and technical queries.
• Coordinate inspections and approvals with client, consultants and stakeholders.
• Handle site logistics, material handling and preservation of electrical equipment.
• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities, including energisation readiness.
• Identify risks, resolve technical issues and provide practical site solutions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in electrical construction, preferably in oil & gas projects.
• Proven experience in substation construction (GIS/AIS) and high‑voltage systems.
• Strong knowledge of MEP integration within industrial projects.
• Familiarity with international standards (IEC, IEEE, NFPA) and utility requirements.
• Experience with brownfield projects and live‑plant interface management is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team‑management abilities.

Required skills

• High‑voltage substations (132 kV / 220 kV)
• GIS/AIS technology
• Electrical systems design and commissioning
• MEP systems integration
• IEC, IEEE and NFPA standards
• Project planning and reporting tools