Smart Home Projects Engineer

Job Title: Smart Homes and ELV Projects Manager

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Smart Homes and ELV Projects Manager to lead and manage the execution of advanced smart home and Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems projects. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of these projects, ensuring technical excellence, client satisfaction, and on-time, within-budget project completion. A key requirement for this role is significant experience managing KNX-based and wireless-based smart projects, as well as the ability to source, build, and lead teams tailored for smart home and ELV projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Lead, manage, and deliver smart home and ELV projects, including system design, installation, integration, and commissioning, ensuring they meet project scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• KNX and Wireless Systems Management: Manage the integration and deployment of KNX-based and wireless-based smart automation solutions, ensuring seamless interoperability, functionality, and reliability across all systems.
• Team Sourcing and Development: Source, build, and manage a high-performing team that is specifically tailored to the needs of smart home and ELV projects. This includes recruiting, training, and developing new talent to fit the project's technical and operational requirements.
• Subcontractor Management: Effectively manage subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that their work is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Establish clear communication and expectations with subcontractors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Technical Expertise: Oversee the design and implementation of smart home systems (e.g., lighting control, security, HVAC, audio/video, home automation, and energy management) and ELV systems (e.g., CCTV, access control, structured cabling, and intercom systems).
• Client Interaction: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, understanding their needs and ensuring their expectations are met through regular updates, consultation, and issue resolution.
• Budget and Resource Management: Manage project budgets, track costs, ensure proper allocation of resources, and optimize project performance while maintaining quality standards.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all installations meet safety and quality standards and comply with relevant industry codes, regulations, and certifications.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify project risks and mitigate them, ensuring timely delivery and managing any changes in scope.
• Commissioning and Handover: Oversee the commissioning process, ensuring that all systems are fully operational and meet client specifications before project handover.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, technical drawings, progress reports, and budgets, and provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Drawing Skills: Use AutoCAD or equivalent software to create and modify technical drawings and system schematics, ensuring accuracy and completeness in project plans and documentation.
• Tendering and Proposal Development: Identify and apply for tenders, preparing comprehensive technical proposals for smart home and ELV projects to ensure competitive positioning and successful bid submissions.

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing smart home and ELV projects, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Mandatory experience managing KNX-based and wireless-based smart automation projects.
• Ability to source and build a skilled team tailored specifically for smart home and ELV projects, and effectively manage team dynamics.
• Strong experience in managing subcontractors and ensuring their work aligns with project timelines, quality, and safety standards.
• Deep knowledge of smart home automation technologies, including systems such as lighting control, HVAC, security, and multimedia integration.
• Strong experience with ELV systems such as CCTV, access control, and structured cabling.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or equivalent design software for technical drawings and system schematics.
• In-depth understanding of relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage a diverse team and liaise effectively with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, particularly related to integrated systems.
• PMP or similar project management certification is highly desirable.
• Mandatory requirement: A valid Gulf driving license (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, or similar GCC country) is required for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with high-end residential or commercial smart home projects.
• Familiarity with IoT (Internet of Things) and integration of smart devices into home automation systems.
• Experience planning and implementing solar energy systems as part of a smart home or ELV solution is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus.
• Primarily office-based, with periodic visits to project sites for monitoring and commissioning.
• Collaborative and dynamic team-oriented environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to send their resume and cover letter to [info@houseutopia.net], highlighting their experience in managing KNX-based, wireless-based smart home, ELV projects, and their ability to source and build project teams. Please ensure to mention your valid Gulf driving license in your application.

The facilities, incentives & salary is going to be shared after reviewing the CV's.

The position is required instantly and urgently.