Civil Project Engineer

Job highlights

• Degree in Civil Engineering with 3-5 years experience in civil construction and project delivery, skilled in AutoCAD, contract administration, and project management
• Lead and coordinate civil engineering projects from planning to completion, manage contracts, supervise site works, ensure compliance with quality and safety standards, and engage stakeholders
• 14-17 Lacs/Annum plus Expat Benefits

Quest Line Consultancy is recruiting a Civil Project Engineer for our highly reputed client in the Renewable Energy & Construction sector with Head quarter based in Suva,Fiji. An exciting opportunity to be part of a growing professional team delivering meaningful projects in Fiji & across Pacific Region.

Location: Lot 17 Dabea Lane, Valelevu, Nasinu or/and as required on project sites

Position Purpose:

• To lead, coordinate and deliver civil engineering and construction projects from inception to completion while ensuring compliance with technical specifications, contractual obligations, quality standards, safety requirements, environmental controls, budgets and project timelines.
• To provide leadership in project delivery, resource management, risk management, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

The position will achieve its purpose through the following:

1. Project Planning & Delivery

• Develop project execution plans, schedules, budgets and resource allocation plans.
• Establish project objectives, deliverables and performance measures.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor progress against milestones and contractual requirements.
• Lead project start-up, mobilisation and close-out activities.

2. Project Coordination & Administration

• Coordinate consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Manage procurement schedules and material delivery requirements.
• Maintain project registers, correspondence and records.
• Support contract administration and project governance requirements.

3. Contract Administration & Commercial Management

• Manage contract obligations, variations, EOT claims and project claims.
• Review payment claims, certifications and subcontractor assessments.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, cash flow and profitability.

4. Site Supervision & Construction Management

• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and contracts.
• Monitor productivity, resource utilisation and quality of works.
• Report delays, variations, defects and non-conformances.
• Verify completed works prior to certification and handover.

5. Team Leadership & Staff Management

• Lead and supervise project personnel and contractors.
• Conduct toolbox meetings and performance reviews
• Identify training and development needs.
• Promote accountability and teamwork.

6. Quality Assurance, ISO & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, ISO Management Systems, QHSE requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Maintain quality, safety, environmental and operational records.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions from audits and inspections.
• Support internal and external audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Report incidents, hazards, near misses and unsafe conditions.
• Participate in investigations and root cause analysis.

7. Stakeholder Communication & Coordination

• Maintain professional relationships with clients, authorities and stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and prepare reports and action registers.
• Provide timely responses to stakeholder enquiries.

8. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Resolve technical, commercial and operational challenges.
• Implement best practices and innovation initiatives.

9. Reporting & Administration

• Prepare project progress, financial, quality and safety reports.
• Ensure timely submission of project documentation and records.

10. General Duties

• Carry out assigned duties from Management.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Qualification:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Registration or eligibility for professional membership with a recognized engineering body.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or related engineering software.
• Project Management qualification.

Essential

• Minimum 3 to 5 years experience in civil engineering, construction and project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, project controls and construction methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.

Renumeration:

14-17 Lacs/Annum + Expat Benefits