Senior Resident Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Resident Engineer (SRE), to be based in Penang, to lead and supervise railway infrastructure construction works, ensuring compliance with design specifications, contract requirements, safety regulations, quality standards, and project schedules.

The successful candidate will act as the key site representative, coordinating contractors, consultants, authorities, and project stakeholders while ensuring that all railway civil and infrastructure works are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering best practices.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and supervise daily railway construction activities, including civil, structural, track, station, depot, viaduct, utility diversion, temporary works and associated infrastructure works.
• Monitor work progress and ensure compliance with project schedules and contractual milestones.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure works are executed according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Review EOT claims, verify work completed, recommend variation orders, manage technical and quality compliance, oversee inspections and testing, administer NCRs, and support project handover documentation.
• Enforce compliance with project Safety, Health, and Environmental requirements and regulatory standards.
• Attend progress meetings, technical workshops, and coordination meetings.
• Facilitate inspections and approvals from relevant authorities.
• Prepare technical reports, progress reports, incident reports, and management updates.
• Monitor project KPIs and reporting requirements.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 20 years' relevant experience in construction supervision, contract administration, and project delivery.
• Proven experience in railway, metro, transportation, bridge, viaduct, depot or large-scale infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, QA/QC, SHE requirements, and construction practices.
• Experience in supervising contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (Ir.) registration with BEM is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

What we offer

At Asia Infrastructure Solutions Sdn Bhd, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and respectful work environment. We offer avenues for career advancement and also comprehensive opportunities for professional growth.

About us

Asia Infrastructure Solutions Sdn Bhd is a leader in delivering sustainable design, engineering, project and programme management, cost management, business advisory and consultancy solutions in the infrastructure, building and environmental sectors. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, we are dedicated to driving progress and transforming communities across Asia.

If you are passionate about construction site operations and keen to contribute to our company's continued success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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