Civil Site Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Read and understand Architectural, Structural, Civil & RCC drawings independently.

• Understand and work with drawing scales (1:20, 1:50, 1:100, 1:200), dimensions, levels, sections, grid lines and structural details.

• Translate drawings accurately into site execution and check line, level, plumb, dimensions and alignment.

• Check reinforcement of foundation, columns, beams and slabs, including bar diameter, spacing, lap, anchorage and cover.

• Supervise excavation, PCC, RCC, shuttering, reinforcement, masonry, plaster, waterproofing and finishing works.

• Ensure construction strictly follows approved drawings, specifications and BOQ.

• Coordinate and communicate effectively with contractors and labourers to ensure that the work is executed as per approved drawings and required quality standards.

• Calculate quantities of different construction materials accurately as per drawings and site requirements.

• Verify site measurements, quantities and contractor bills before submission to management.

• Identify defective work, deviations and drawing discrepancies and ensure timely rectification.

• Maintain Daily Site Reports, measurements, photographs and progress records.

• Coordinate with contractors, architects and structural consultants.

Must-Have Technical Skills

The candidate must have practical knowledge of:

AutoCAD & Drawing Reading | RCC & Structural Work | Reinforcement Detailing | Quantity/BOQ & Billing | Level & Dimension Checking | Construction Quality Control | Basic Surveying | Concrete & Material Testing

He should be capable of using/understanding Auto Level/Dumpy Level, measuring tape, spirit level and plumb bob.

Candidate Requirement

We need a hands-on Site Engineer, not merely a contractor supervisor. He must be able to:

• Read and understand construction drawings independently.

• Understand drawing scales, dimensions, levels and structural details.

• Calculate material quantities from drawings.

• Understand RCC reinforcement and structural work.

• Inspect ongoing work at site and ensure quality.

• Coordinate effectively with contractors and labourers.

• Identify mistakes, defects and deviations from drawings.

• Ensure timely and correct execution of the work.

• Maintain proper measurements, records and progress reports.

A practical test of drawing reading, RCC reinforcement, quantity calculation, levels/dimensions, site execution and site defect identification may be conducted during selection.