A JOB OPPORTUNITY AT Join our dynamic team as an Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) – Civil (OHL), where you will play a vital role in the delivery and technical supervision of civil works for overhead transmission lines (OHL) and substations (66/132/220/400 kV). This is your opportunity to contribute to critical power infrastructure projects from design review through to construction, commissioning, and handover.<h3> </h3> A JOB THAT INSPIRES YOU <h3>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Support or serve as the on-site ARE for civil works on EPC and owner-led OHL/substation projects.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Supervise and inspect civil construction activities, including earthworks, tower foundations, access roads, cable trenches, drainage, and related structures.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Review and coordinate civil drawings, IFC/shop drawings, and technical documents with design, geotechnical, and electrical teams.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Monitor contractor performance, enforce quality control, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Administer site documentation: RFIs, NCRs, site instructions, progress reports, as-built records, and daily logs.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Liaise with surveyors, geotechnical consultants, and material suppliers; support acceptance of construction methodologies and materials.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Assist in cost control, progress claims evaluation, and project scheduling.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Contribute to continuous improvement, lessons learned, and value engineering initiatives.</li></ul> A BACKGROUND THAT CONVINCES US <ul><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent; progress toward chartered status is an advantage.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">7+ years’ experience in civil engineering for overhead transmission line or substation projects (ARE level).</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Strong technical expertise in foundations, reinforced concrete, earthworks, drainage, and geotechnical investigations.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Familiarity with power sector standards, codes, and regulations (IEC, IEEE, and local standards).</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Proficient in AutoCAD, structural detailing, and MS Office; experience with civil design software (Revit/MicroStation) is a plus.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Experience in EPC contract environments, site supervision, QA/QC, and HSE management.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.</li></ul> AN ENVIRONMENT THAT MOTIVATES YOU <ul><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Work alongside a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team on projects that have a real impact.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Structured mentorship and clear career progression from ARE to Resident Engineer and beyond.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">A safety-first culture with opportunities to influence design and construction best practices.</li><li style="font-family:Arial , Helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Exposure to the latest construction techniques, digital tools, and ongoing professional development.</li></ul> READY FOR CHANGE? If you are ready to bring your expertise to our team, please send us your application today (cover letter including earliest starting date and salary expectation, CV, relevant certificates, and reference letters). The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and interest in shaping our digital future!   Your contact: Zil Kadia We look forward to hearing from you.  At GOPA Group, we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job. We value diversity in all its forms, including – but not limited to – gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as an important source of strength for building high-performing teams.

The GOPA Consulting Group consists today of 6 independent consulting companies with headquarters in Bad Homburg, Bonn and Brussels.
GOPA Consulting Group designs and directs results-oriented strategies for competing in the global economy. New themes are continuously integrated into the Group portfolio which is following the market developments of our bilateral, multilateral as well as private clients. Often projects require multidisciplinary approaches by combining the know how of the different sector-oriented business units. For this type of projects the Group developed a cooperation management system to address and implement to the best satisfaction of our clients.
 The GOPA Consulting Group delivers results in nearly all service fields and countries, from stable societies and high-growth economies to challenging environments affected by political conflict or poverty.
It has developed to one of the most fascinating and impacting consulting groups in Europe. We transform policies to projects with an impact for a better tomorrow.

Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) – Civil (OHL) GOPA Tech – Branch Office, United Arab Emirates

A JOB OPPORTUNITY AT Join our dynamic team as an Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) – Civil (OHL), where you will play a vital role in the delivery and technical supervision of civil works for overhead transmission lines (OHL) and substations (66/132/220/400 kV). This is your opportunity to contribute to critical power infrastructure projects from design review through to construction, commissioning, and handover.<h3> </h3> A JOB THAT INSPIRES YOU <h3>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><ul><li>Support or serve as the on-site ARE for civil works on EPC and owner-led OHL/substation projects.</li><li>Supervise and inspect civil construction activities, including earthworks, tower foundations, access roads, cable trenches, drainage, and related structures.</li><li>Review and coordinate civil drawings, IFC/shop drawings, and technical documents with design, geotechnical, and electrical teams.</li><li>Monitor contractor performance, enforce quality control, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.</li><li>Administer site documentation: RFIs, NCRs, site instructions, progress reports, as-built records, and daily logs.</li><li>Liaise with surveyors, geotechnical consultants, and material suppliers; support acceptance of construction methodologies and materials.</li><li>Assist in cost control, progress claims evaluation, and project scheduling.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement, lessons learned, and value engineering initiatives.</li></ul> A BACKGROUND THAT CONVINCES US <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent; progress toward chartered status is an advantage.</li><li>7+ years’ experience in civil engineering for overhead transmission line or substation projects (ARE level).</li><li>Strong technical expertise in foundations, reinforced concrete, earthworks, drainage, and geotechnical investigations.</li><li>Familiarity with power sector standards, codes, and regulations (IEC, IEEE, and local standards).</li><li>Proficient in AutoCAD, structural detailing, and MS Office; experience with civil design software (Revit/MicroStation) is a plus.</li><li>Experience in EPC contract environments, site supervision, QA/QC, and HSE management.</li><li>Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.</li></ul> AN ENVIRONMENT THAT MOTIVATES YOU <ul><li>Work alongside a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary team on projects that have a real impact.</li><li>Structured mentorship and clear career progression from ARE to Resident Engineer and beyond.</li><li>A safety-first culture with opportunities to influence design and construction best practices.</li><li>Exposure to the latest construction techniques, digital tools, and ongoing professional development.</li></ul> READY FOR CHANGE? If you are ready to bring your expertise to our team, please send us your application today (cover letter including earliest starting date and salary expectation, CV, relevant certificates, and reference letters). The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and interest in shaping our digital future! &nbsp; Your contact: Zil Kadia We look forward to hearing from you.&nbsp; At GOPA Group, we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job. We value diversity in all its forms, including – but not limited to – gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as an important source of strength for building high-performing teams.

Assistant Resident Engineer (ARE) – Civil (OHL) GOPA Tech – Branch Office, United Arab Emirates

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