Job Summary
The Senior Site Civil Engineer is responsible for overseeing and supervising civil engineering activities on-site, ensuring that construction work is executed accurately, safely, and in compliance with project drawings, specifications, and quality standards. This role requires technical expertise, strong supervision skills, and the ability to coordinate with various disciplines to ensure project deliverables are met efficiently.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Site Supervision & Technical Oversight
• Supervise day-to-day civil engineering activities, including earthworks, structural works, foundations, and finishing.
• Ensure that construction work is carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings and resolve any technical discrepancies on-site.
2. Progress Monitor & Reporting
• Monitor daily progress and report on work status, productivity, and delays.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, inspection reports, and as-built documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Supervise and mentor junior site engineers, technicians, and foremen.
• Provide technical guidance and training to site personnel as needed.
• Foster a culture of quality, safety, and teamwork on-site.
• Assist the Construction Manager in developing short-term work schedules and resource plans.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, surveyors, and other site disciplines to ensure smooth workflow.
• Attend site coordination meetings and provide technical input.
3. Quality & Safety Compliance
• Conduct regular inspections to verify compliance with quality standards and project specifications.
• Monitor material quality and ensure proper testing (concrete, soil, steel, etc.) is conducted.
• Document non-conformities and oversee corrective actions.
• Enforce site safety policies and ensure all work is performed in a safe manner.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings with site teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor environmental compliance and waste management practices.
Authority for this role
• Supervisory Responsibility:
• Direct Reports: 3-5 employees, including:
o Site Engineers
o General Foremen / Foremen
o Surveyors (functional coordination)
• Indirect Supervision: 10-40+ employees (including all site staff, foremen, and subcontractor personnel across the project)
• Hiring Authority:
o Authority to recommend hiring of site engineering staff and foremen.
• Termination Authority:
o Recommend terminating team members for cause or performance issues, in coordination with the team leader and CM
o Authorize removal of underperforming subcontractor personnel from site.
o Request reassignment of underperforming team members.
Reporting Line
• Direct Reporting line from: Construction Manager / Team Leader
• Direct Reports: Site Engineers, Foremen.
Qualifications & Skills
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil / construction management or related field.
• Certification: preferred: PMP.
• Years of Experience: 5-7 years of on-site civil engineering experience in construction projects.
• Software: Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project.
• Skills: Strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, leadership, communication, problem-solving, and ability to work under pressure.
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Performance Indicators
• Adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
• Timely completion of assigned work packages.
• Effective resolution of site technical issues.
• Compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Accuracy and completeness of site documentation.