Senior/Site Engineer

Key Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: 

Site Management and Supervision:

• Oversee day-to-day engineering activities on-site, ensuring that work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Monitor site operations to ensure adherence to project plans, designs, and specifications.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for site teams, subcontractors, and consultants.

Technical Support and Problem Solving:

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and designs to provide guidance to site teams.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges, ensuring that any design or construction issues are addressed promptly.

Quality Assurance:

• Conduct regular inspections and ensure that construction work meets quality and compliance standards.
• Ensure materials and workmanship comply with approved drawings, specifications, and industry regulations.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Promote and enforce strict adherence to health and safety protocols on-site.
• Conduct regular safety briefings and inspections to maintain a safe working environment.

Coordination and Communication:

• Liaise with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to ensure smooth collaboration and progress.
• Report on-site progress, challenges, and solutions to the Project Manager and Contracts Manager.

Surveying and Setting Out:

• Perform surveying and setting out of construction works, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Use appropriate equipment and techniques to establish accurate levels, lines, and coordinates.

Documentation and Records:

• Maintain accurate records of site activities, including daily progress reports, inspection logs, and material deliveries.
• Ensure timely submission of as-built drawings, test certificates, and other project documentation.

Mentorship and Leadership:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and site staff, fostering their professional growth.
• Lead by example in maintaining high standards of professionalism and technical expertise.

Qualifications, Key Skills & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Site Engineer in the construction industry, with a minimum of 5 years on-site experience.
• Experience with large-scale residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and standards.
• Proficiency in surveying and setting out using tools such as Total Stations and GPS equipment.
• Excellent understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Thorough knowledge of health and safety regulations in construction.
• Proficiency in relevant software, including AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and project management tools.