VP for Engineering (Construction/Infrastructures/Property Development Projects)

VICE PRESIDENT – ENGINEERING

Position Level: Vice President / Executive
Location: Quezon City
Employment Type: Full-time

Position Summary

The Vice President – Engineering will provide strategic leadership and overall direction for the company’s engineering, technical, project development, and construction-related functions.

The role will oversee engineering standards, project planning and execution, design and technical review, construction activities, project quality, cost, timelines, and regulatory compliance across the company’s developments and operational projects.

The VP will work closely with senior management, project teams, consultants, contractors, government agencies, and other key stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of projects aligned with the company’s business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the company’s engineering and technical operations.
• Establish engineering standards, policies, procedures, and best practices across projects.
• Review and oversee engineering designs, technical plans, specifications, and project requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to senior management on project development and engineering matters.
• Ensure engineering solutions are practical, cost-effective, sustainable, and aligned with project objectives.

Project Development & Construction

• Oversee the engineering and technical aspects of real estate, construction, infrastructure, and property development projects.
• Lead project planning, development, and execution from conceptualization through completion.
• Monitor project scope, budget, schedule, quality, and overall performance.
• Review major project milestones, technical issues, variations, and risks.
• Ensure proper coordination among engineering, design, construction, project management, and other operating teams.
• Oversee contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other project partners.
• Ensure projects are delivered according to approved specifications, quality standards, timelines, and budgets.

Design & Project Review

• Review and provide strategic direction on architectural, civil, structural, MEPF, and other engineering requirements.
• Evaluate project designs, value engineering opportunities, technical proposals, and construction methodologies.
• Identify technical risks and provide solutions to prevent delays, cost overruns, and quality issues.
• Ensure proper technical due diligence for new projects and developments.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure engineering and construction activities comply with applicable Philippine laws, building codes, safety standards, environmental requirements, and government regulations.
• Coordinate with relevant government agencies, local government units, consultants, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure necessary permits, clearances, technical documents, and approvals are secured and maintained.
• Promote compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and engineering standards across all projects.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and project teams.
• Establish performance standards and KPIs for engineering and technical functions.
• Collaborate with senior management on project strategy, capital expenditure, budgets, and development plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, project partners, and external stakeholders.
• Represent the engineering function in management meetings, project reviews, and major business discussions.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on project progress, risks, costs, and technical performance.

Budget & Risk Management

• Oversee engineering and project-related budgets and resource allocation.
• Review project cost estimates, capital expenditure requirements, and major technical investments.
• Identify and mitigate engineering, construction, schedule, cost, and operational risks.
• Drive value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project costs and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Professional PRC License is required; relevant engineering specialization is highly preferred.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, or a related field is an advantage.
• At least 15 years of progressive engineering and project management experience, preferably with significant experience in senior leadership roles.
• At least 5 years of experience in a senior management/director-level engineering or project leadership position.
• Strong experience overseeing large-scale engineering, construction, infrastructure, real estate, or property development projects.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.
• Strong experience in project planning, design review, construction management, technical due diligence, cost management, and project risk assessment.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other external project stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Philippine building codes, engineering standards, construction practices, permitting, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align engineering strategies with overall company objectives.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, decision-making, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates with substantial experience in the following industries are highly preferred:

• Real Estate Development
• Construction
• Property Management
• Infrastructure Development
• Industrial Estates
• Mixed-Use Commercial Developments

Experience overseeing large-scale property developments, townships, industrial parks, commercial developments, infrastructure projects, or multi-site construction operations is highly advantageous.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a senior engineering leader with strong commercial and project development acumen, capable of managing both technical and business considerations. The candidate should be comfortable working with senior executives, investors, developers, contractors, consultants, government agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.

The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong track record of delivering complex projects while maintaining control over quality, cost, schedule, safety, regulatory compliance, and overall project performance.

Employee Benefits

• HMO coverage
• Performance-based merit increase upon regularization
• Performance-based incentives
• Career growth and executive development opportunities
• Sick Leave conversion
• Travel Incentive for Managers and above
• Other company benefits and programs based on company policies and eligibility

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Health insurance
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for promotion
• Paid training
• Pay raise
• Promotion to permanent employee

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Quezon City: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of overseeing large-scale engineering, construction, infrastructure, real estate, or property development projects do you currently have?
• Do you have experience in any of the following industries: Real Estate Development

Construction, Property Management, Infrastructure Development, Industrial Estates, Mixed-Use Commercial Developments or related? Please specify?

• How many years of experience do you have in large-scale property developments, townships, industrial parks, commercial developments, infrastructure projects, or multi-site construction operations?
• How soon can you start?
• What's your expected salary?

Experience:

• Engineering & Technical Leadership: 10 years (Preferred)
• Project Development & Construction: 10 years (Preferred)
• Design & Project Review: 10 years (Preferred)
• Regulatory & Compliance: 8 years (Preferred)
• Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person