Project Head Senior Civil Engineer Construction Projects

Project Head / Senior Civil Engineer Construction Projects
Company: LUCKY SA
Location: Beira, Mozambique
Contract Period: 2 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time | International Assignment
Website: www.Lucky.co.mz
About LUCKY SA
LUCKY SA is an established business operating across Mozambique, with a strong presence in building materials, construction-related products, retail and associated business activities.
The company is expanding its project and construction activities and is looking for an experienced Civil Engineer / Project Head to take responsibility for the execution and supervision of construction projects.
The position is suited to a hands-on Civil Engineering professional who has experience working on EPC, turnkey construction or civil construction projects and is comfortable managing site execution, contractors, workers, materials, drawings, quality and project progress.

Position: Project Head / Senior Civil Engineer
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of civil construction projects from drawings and planning through site execution and completion.
The candidate should be able to understand technical drawings, translate them into site activities, prepare/verify BOQs, supervise contractors and workers, monitor progress and ensure that construction is completed according to approved specifications, quality standards and timelines.
This is a hands-on project execution role and requires regular presence at construction sites.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution
   Plan and coordinate day-to-day civil construction activities.
   Manage project execution according to approved drawings, specifications and timelines.
   Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, suppliers and site teams.
   Monitor project progress against the planned schedule.
   Identify delays and execution issues and take corrective action.
   Ensure projects are completed within the agreed timeline and budget.

2. Site Management
   The candidate will be directly responsible for site execution, including:
   Supervising day-to-day construction activities.
   Managing workers, supervisors and contractors.
   Allocating manpower according to project requirements.
   Monitoring daily site progress.
   Maintaining daily site reports.
   Checking material requirements and availability.
   Coordinating different activities at the site.
   Ensuring proper housekeeping and site discipline.
   Identifying execution problems and resolving them promptly.

3. Architectural Drawings
   The candidate should be comfortable reading and interpreting:
   Architectural drawings
   Floor plans
   Elevations
   Sections
   Layout drawings
   Detailed construction drawings
   The candidate should be able to translate architectural drawings into practical site execution requirements.

4. Structural Drawings
   Experience in understanding and working with structural drawings is required, including:
   Structural layouts
   Column layouts
   Beam layouts
   Slab details
   Structural sections
   Construction details
   The candidate should be able to coordinate structural requirements with the site execution team.

5. Foundation Layout & Execution
   The candidate should have practical understanding of:
   Foundation layouts
   Excavation
   Footings
   PCC
   Reinforcement
   Foundation levels
   Concrete work
   Foundation inspection
   Execution as per structural drawings
   The candidate should ensure that foundation work is executed correctly before proceeding to subsequent construction stages.

6. Reinforcement Details
   Hands-on knowledge of reinforcement work is required.
   The candidate should be able to understand and supervise:
   Reinforcement drawings
   Bar bending details
   Rebar placement
   Column reinforcement
   Beam reinforcement
   Slab reinforcement
   Footing reinforcement
   Reinforcement quantity and spacing
   Reinforcement inspection before concreting

7. BOQ & Quantity Understanding
   The candidate should be capable of preparing, understanding and verifying BOQs from drawings.
   Responsibilities include:
   Reading drawings and extracting quantities.
   Preparing quantity estimates.
   Checking contractor BOQs.
   Verifying material quantities.
   Monitoring material consumption.
   Identifying quantity variations.
   Supporting project cost control.
   Strong understanding of construction quantities and materials will be an important part of the role.

8. AutoCAD / Design Software
   Candidates should have working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar design/drawing software.
   The candidate should be able to:
   Read CAD drawings.
   Understand dimensions and layouts.
   Review drawings for site execution.
   Identify discrepancies between drawings and site conditions.
   Coordinate drawing requirements with consultants and contractors.
   Ability to work with other relevant design or construction software will be an advantage.

9. Quality Control
   The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that construction work meets the required quality standards.
   This includes:
   Checking workmanship.
   Monitoring concrete and civil works.
   Ensuring construction follows approved drawings.
   Inspecting reinforcement before concreting.
   Monitoring material quality.
   Identifying defects.
   Ensuring corrective work is completed.
   Maintaining proper quality documentation.

10. Health & Safety
    The candidate must ensure that appropriate safety practices are followed at the construction site.
    Responsibilities include:
    Monitoring site safety.
    Ensuring workers use appropriate safety equipment.
    Maintaining safe working conditions.
    Identifying site hazards.
    Ensuring contractors follow safety procedures.
    Reporting and addressing safety concerns promptly.

11. Contractor & Workforce Management
    Supervise contractors and subcontractors.
    Monitor workforce productivity.
    Allocate manpower according to requirements.
    Track contractor performance.
    Ensure work is executed according to specifications.
    Coordinate with suppliers and vendors.
    Resolve day-to-day site issues.
    The candidate should be comfortable managing a multicultural workforce and working directly with site-level personnel.

12. Project Reporting
    Prepare regular reports covering:
    Daily site progress
    Work completed
    Work pending
    Manpower deployment
    Material requirements
    Material consumption
    Quality issues
    Safety issues
    Contractor performance
    Project delays
    Upcoming activities
    The candidate will be expected to provide management with clear and accurate updates on project status.

Required Experience
B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering.
Minimum 5 years of relevant civil construction experience.
Experience with EPC, turnkey or large-scale civil construction projects preferred.
Strong hands-on site execution experience.
Experience managing contractors and workers.
Experience reading architectural and structural drawings.
Experience with BOQ preparation/verification.
Practical knowledge of foundations and reinforcement.
Experience with construction quality and safety.
Candidates from reputed EPC, construction, infrastructure or turnkey project companies will be preferred.

Technical Requirements
The candidate should have practical knowledge of:
Architectural Drawings
Structural Drawings
Foundation Layout
Reinforcement Details
Civil Construction Execution
BOQ Preparation from Drawings
Quantity Estimation
AutoCAD or Similar Design Software
Site Execution
Worker Supervision
Contractor Management
Daily Progress Monitoring
Quality Control
Construction Safety
Material Planning
Project Coordination

Preferred Industry Background
Preference will be given to candidates who have worked with established:
EPC Construction Companies
Turnkey Construction Companies
Infrastructure Companies
Civil Engineering Contractors
Commercial Construction Companies
Industrial Construction Companies
Building & Construction Companies
Candidates with experience handling commercial buildings, warehouses, industrial buildings, retail facilities, residential projects or other turnkey civil projects will be particularly relevant.

Key Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
Strong technical understanding
Hands-on construction knowledge
Site leadership
Problem-solving ability
Contractor management
Team management
Planning and organisation
Attention to detail
Cost awareness
Quality orientation
Safety consciousness
Ability to work independently
Strong communication skills

International Assignment
This position is based in Beira, Mozambique.
The candidate should be comfortable relocating to Mozambique and working in an international environment.
The role will require travel to project sites and regular interaction with contractors, workers, suppliers, consultants and company management.

Contract & Benefits
Contract Duration: 2 Years
The international assignment package will include company-supported arrangements as per LUCKY SA policy, which may include:
Tax-efficient international compensation
Company accommodation
Local transportation/vehicle support as applicable
Visa and work permit assistance
Medical/insurance support as per company policy
Annual leave and travel benefits as per company policy
International work exposure
Specific compensation and benefits will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Why Join LUCKY SA?
This is an opportunity for a Civil Engineering professional to take significant responsibility for real-world construction project execution in Mozambique.
The role provides international exposure, direct interaction with senior management, hands-on responsibility across the complete construction cycle and the opportunity to contribute to the development of the company's expanding project portfolio.
Ideal Candidate
A hands-on Civil Engineer with 5+ years of EPC/turnkey construction experience who can read drawings, understand BOQs, manage foundations and reinforcement, supervise site execution and workers, control quality and safety, and independently drive a construction project toward completion.