About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Ever managed a team where every wire and switch has to come together perfectly? If you’re an experienced Electrical Foreman ready for your next challenge, this role might be just the spark you’re looking for. We’re searching for someone who thrives in fast-paced building and high-rise project environments, with a real knack for external lighting and landscape installations. Ready to put your expertise to work and lead from day one? It’s time to take the next step with us.
About the Company
We’re a close-knit team of builders, engineers, and dreamers shaping Dubai’s skyline, one project at a time. We pride ourselves on precision, professionalism, and a hands-on, collaborative culture — Friday breakfasts on-site are a welcome tradition, and learning from each other is just part of our daily routine. Our projects are diverse, and our standards are high — the kind of place where attention to detail really matters, and innovation doesn’t get lost in the shuffle.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading and supervising electrical technicians and site crews with a hands-on approach
- Assigning daily work schedules, making sure everyone understands their tasks and priorities
- Overseeing all electrical works for buildings and high-rise projects, especially external lighting and landscape wiring — safety and quality come first
- Ensuring materials, tools, and supplies are on hand when needed, reducing downtime on site
- Collaborating closely with project engineers, site managers, and other trades to coordinate smooth workflow and resolve issues as they come up
- Inspecting completed work for compliance with safety regulations, project specs, and company quality standards
- Reporting daily progress and flagging any technical or manpower issues early to keep projects on track — clear communication is your trademark
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience as an Electrical Foreman on building or high-rise projects in the UAE
- Strong technical knowledge of external lighting systems and landscape electrical installations
- A proven track record managing small to mid-sized site teams — you're more coach than boss
- Familiarity with UAE electrical safety codes and site requirements
- Good organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a busy environment
- Ready for immediate joining
Nice-to-Haves
- Trade certifications or diploma in electrical engineering (bonus points for UAE attestation)
- Experience with smart lighting controls or eco-friendly landscape systems
- Arabic proficiency
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive monthly salary between AED 3,500–4,500
- Fast-track onboarding — join immediately and hit the ground running
- Genuine opportunities for growth on challenging, landmark projects
- Supportive management who value your input and hands-on know-how
- Friendly, multicultural team — everyone’s voice gets heard
- On-site meals and refreshments for those early starts and long days
- All the right tools and safety gear provided
We believe great leaders create great teams. If you’re ready to step up and make your mark, you’ll fit right in.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk me through your experience supervising electrical teams on high-rise or large-scale building projects, particularly with external lighting and landscape installations?
- What steps do you take to ensure electrical work is completed safely and fully complies with UAE codes and site regulations?
- How do you plan and assign daily tasks to your team to balance both project deadlines and quality standards?
- Describe a time when you identified a bottleneck with materials or tools on site—how did you resolve it to keep the project moving?
- What’s your process for inspecting completed electrical work before sign-off, and how do you address any non-compliance issues you find?
- Have you ever worked with smart lighting controls or eco-friendly landscape systems? If so, what were the key challenges and lessons learned?
- Tell us about a situation where you had to collaborate closely with engineers or trades from other disciplines to solve a site issue—how did you approach it?
- How do you handle disagreements or miscommunications within your team? Can you share an example of turning a conflict into a positive outcome?
- In your previous roles, what techniques did you use to motivate technicians and build team spirit, especially during challenging phases of a project?
- Describe how you manage reporting and communication on daily site progress, especially when technical or manpower issues arise.
- Working in a busy, multicultural environment like ours, how do you make sure everyone's ideas and concerns are heard and respected?
- What do you find most rewarding about leading hands-on in the field versus a purely supervisory role?
- If you noticed a recurring quality or safety issue on site, how would you coach your technicians to prevent it in the future?
- Joining a new team can be challenging—what would you do during your first week with us to build trust with your crew and project stakeholders?