The Abu Qir Meto project consists of a new metro line of about 22 km running from Abu Qir to Misr Station in Alexandria. The project re-uses the right of way of the previous Misr Station – Abu Qir ENR railway line. The alignment consists of 2 main sub-sections: 15.2 km of elevated track, with 14 elevated stations, from Abu Qir station till before Kafr Abdo station, and 6.5 km, at grade with 6 at-grade track stations, from Kafr Abdo station to Misr (Alexandria) station.
The Abu Qir Metro works will be procured by means of 2 separate contracts ((i) EPC-1 Contract 1: including Engineering/Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction, Testing & Commissioning of the Works, (ii) Contract 2: Rolling Stock Contract; including Rolling Stock cars, Spare Parts, Special equipment and diagnostic tools.
Egis, with partner ECG, has been awarded the Contract Management and Construction Supervision Consultancy contract
Specific Responsibilities & Accountabilities
The MEP Resident Engineer will base on-site as technical leadership and supervision for the Abo Qir Metro project. In this critical role, he will lead and manage the installation on site of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) activities across a 20 km corridor, including 20 stations, Main Depot and Service Point. He will lead and mentor a team of senior and junior engineers, ensuring all installations meet international safety standards, project specifications, and local code requirements.
Detailed duties are described hereafter:
- Team Leadership: Serve as the direct line manager for the site electrical and mechanical engineering team. Provide mentorship, assign daily tasks, and monitor performance to ensure project milestones are met.
- Site Supervision: Conduct regular site inspections to monitor the quality of MEP installations, ensuring adherence to approved shop drawings, design specifications, and safety protocols.
- Technical Review: Review the method statements and shop drawings.
- Progress Monitoring: Track progress against the project master schedule and prepare and present regular progress reports regarding MEP site status.
The candidate should have:
- BSc degree in civil/electrical/mechanical engineering;
- Minimum 15+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years specifically in major transit infrastructure projects (Metro, Tram, or Railway)..
- He will have knowledge of the main systems used in the Metro and the safety requirements for the MEP activities, according to international standards and accepted best practice.
- Arabic: Native proficiency would be an advantage
- English: Bilingual proficiency
- Strong communications, coordination, and management skills
- Competency in CAD tools and office IT