Senior Civil Engineer (Renewable Energy Projects – Wind, Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

• Act as civil technical authority for Wind, Solar PV and BESS projects.

• Define, maintain and enforce Owner civil design criteria, standards and technical specifications.
• Review, challenge and approve EPC and OEM civil and structural designs, calculations and drawings.
• Oversee earthworks, grading, roads, drainage systems, foundations and structural works.
• Review and approve geotechnical investigations, soil reports and foundation concepts.
• Manage civil interfaces between foundations, structures, roads, drainage, fencing, buildings and mechanical/electrical systems.
• Support procurement activities, including technical evaluation of civil and structural contractors.
• Support construction, inspection, quality control and civil works completion.
• Support achievement of Commercial Operation Date (COD) and project handover.
• Provide civil input to contractual, commercial and technical risk management discussions.
• Support Operations & Maintenance (O&M) teams post-COD, including settlement issues, access roads, drainage and structural integrity.

1. Minimum Experience Requirements 4.1 General Experience

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in civil engineering within power generation, infrastructure or renewable energy projects.
• 7–10 years of direct experience in utility-scale Wind, Solar PV and/or BESS projects.
• Proven experience on large projects above 200 MW, standalone or hybrid.
• Experience working under EPC, multi-contract or Owner-managed delivery models.
• Experience working with EPC contractors, civil subcontractors, consultants and supervision engineers. 4.2 Technology-Specific Experience
• Candidates should demonstrate strong experience in at least one technology; multi-technology experience is highly preferred. Wind
• Wind turbine foundations (shallow, piled or rock anchors).
• Crane platforms, access roads and laydown areas.
• Earthworks, drainage and slope stabilisation. Solar PV
• Grading, earthworks and site preparation.
• Foundations for fixed-tilt and tracker systems.
• Internal roads, drainage, fencing and auxiliary buildings. BESS
• Concrete foundations for BESS containers and equipment.
• Control room buildings and auxiliary facilities.
• Civil interfaces with HVAC, fire protection and electrical systems. Hybrid Systems
• Civil layout coordination for Wind + PV + BESS plants.

1. Technical Competencies

• Civil and structural design review.
• Earthworks, grading and drainage design.
• Geotechnical engineering and foundation design concepts.
• Concrete works and steel structures (civil scope).
• Roads, pavements and heavy-load access design.
• Construction quality control and inspection.
• Interface management with mechanical and electrical disciplines.

1. Contractual and Commercial Experience

• Understanding of civil scope within EPC Contracts and Construction Subcontracts.
• Experience supporting civil aspects of variations, change orders and claims.
• Awareness of performance guarantees, construction milestones and acceptance criteria.
• Support to contract management teams regarding delays, defects and workmanship issues.
• Understanding of Owner and Lender civil requirements.

1. HSE – Health, Safety & Environment

• Strong commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements throughout all project phases.
• Awareness of civil construction risks including excavation works, heavy equipment, lifting operations and working at height.
• Ensure civil contractors comply with site HSE plans, method statements and permit-to-work systems.
• Participation in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Method Statements and Risk Assessments related to civil works.
• Support safe execution of civil construction activities in coordination with site HSE teams.
• Promote a strong safety culture and “Zero Harm” mindset.

1. Geographic and Market Experience

• Preferable experience in Middle East renewable energy projects.
• Utility-scale GCC IPP projects.
• Desert, remote or harsh-climate construction environments.
• Projects with complex logistics and site access challenges.
• Multicultural international project exposure.

1. Reporting and Documentation

• Preparation and review of civil engineering reports.
• Review and approval of civil and structural drawings.
• Review of construction methodologies and inspection plans.
• Participation in punch list management and handover dossiers.
• Review of as-built documentation.
• Contribution to monthly project progress reports from a civil perspective.

1. Key Personal Attributes

• Strong ownership mentality and accountability.
• Ability to act as Owner / Owner’s Engineer representative.
• Practical, site-oriented and solution-driven mindset.
• Ability to challenge EPC contractors constructively and professionally.
• Strong coordination with mechanical, electrical and HSE teams.
• Ability to operate in multicultural and high-pressure environments.
• High attention to detail with focus on safety, quality and schedule.

Requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience.
• At least 5–7 years in utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Experience in construction and site activities.
• English proficiency B2–C1.
• Availability for site presence and international travel.

1. Recommended Preferred Requirements

• Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. •