SUBSTRUCTURE ENGINEER

The Substructure Engineer is responsible for planning, reviewing, coordinating, and supervising all substructure construction activities to ensure that works are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, project schedules, quality standards, and client requirements. The position plays a key role in the preparation and review of engineering documents, including shop drawings, method statements, inspection and test plans, and construction procedures, while providing technical support throughout project execution.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Engineering and Technical Responsibilities

• Review and verify structural drawings, IFC drawings, shop drawings, and construction details to ensure compliance with approved designs, project specifications, and applicable engineering standards.
• Prepare, review, and update Method Statements, Work Procedures, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Risk Assessments (RA), Work Instructions, and other technical documents required for construction activities.
• Coordinate the submission and approval of shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical documents with the Consultant and Client.
• Prepare Requests for Information (RFIs), Technical Queries (TQs), engineering clarifications, and responses to site technical issues.
• Identify discrepancies between design drawings and actual site conditions and recommend engineering solutions.
• Review construction sequences and methodologies to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• Ensure all construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved Method Statements and project specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Site Engineers, Supervisors, Survey Teams, QA/QC personnel, and subcontractors.

2. Construction Management

• Supervise daily substructure construction activities including excavation, piling, pile caps, footings, foundations, columns, piers, abutments, retaining structures, reinforced concrete works, and other related activities.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, schedules, and quality standards.
• Coordinate daily work activities with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal departments.
• Monitor manpower, equipment, and material utilization to maximize productivity.
• Identify construction risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure construction activities are completed within the approved project schedule.

3. Quality Assurance and Quality Control

• Ensure all construction works comply with project specifications, approved shop drawings, quality plans, and client requirements.
• Coordinate inspections with QA/QC Engineers and Consultants.
• Monitor material inspections, laboratory testing, and concrete quality requirements.
• Verify that corrective actions are implemented for any non-conforming works.
• Maintain quality records and inspection documentation.

4. Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, client safety requirements, and applicable safety regulations.
• Coordinate with the HSE Department to implement safe working practices.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox meetings, and safety inspections.
• Ensure personnel use the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses.

5. Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting

• Monitor project progress against the approved construction schedule.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Monitor work accomplishments and identify schedule delays.
• Coordinate with the Planning Engineer regarding work progress and upcoming activities.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical presentations, and project documentation.

6. Coordination and Communication

• Coordinate with Consultants, Clients, Designers, Survey Teams, QA/QC, HSE, Procurement, Planning, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Attend coordination meetings, technical meetings, and progress meetings.
• Resolve engineering and construction issues through effective communication with project stakeholders.
• Ensure timely submission of engineering documents required by the Client and Consultant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Civil Engineer is preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in substructure construction for infrastructure, railway, bridge, viaduct, highway, or building projects.
• Strong knowledge of piling works, reinforced concrete structures, foundations, retaining structures, and substructure construction methodologies.
• Proficient in reviewing engineering drawings, shop drawings, and construction documents.
• Experience in preparing Method Statements, ITPs, RFIs, TQs, and technical documentation.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and other engineering software.
• Strong analytical, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Pay: Php14,351.82 - Php49,716.51 per month

Work Location: In person