Senior Construction Engineer- Civil

Requisition ID: 281776 

• Relocation Authorized: National/International - Camp 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Trojena 

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TROJENA (The Mountains of NEOM) will be an iconic, world-class destination, blending natural and developed landscapes and will offer unique experiences for residents and visitors alike. Located in the northwest of Saudi Arabia in the region of Tabuk just 50km from the coast, TROJENA will be a destination like no other on earth. Based upon the principles of eco-tourism facilities will include a folded vertical village, a lake with water sports and event facilities, high altitude ski village, observatory, world leading health and wellbeing facilities and a nature reserve which will be home to unique wildlife, heritage sites and exploration opportunities

The Senior Construction Engineer will be assigned to the field construction organization in managing the activities of the assigned contractors works. Responsible for overseeing appointed Contractor’s job site activities and ensure that the construction operations and contractor’s performance are in compliance with project ES&H, quality, schedule requirements, whilst maintaining effective relationships when interfacing with stakeholders.

• Responsible for construction oversight and ensuring compliance of Contractor’s works are carried out as per as per schedule, and ensures compliance to ES&H plans, quality standards, and local/national regulatory safety codes
• Reviews specifications, purchase orders, subcontracts, inspection reports, delivery schedules, instruction manuals and technical data, material submittal and shop drawings.
• Administers assigned subcontracts to ensure contract remains up to date in areas such as drawings, specifications, cost, and schedule
• Coordinates with the Field Construction Manager on activities affecting the contract administration operation
• Coordinates with engineering design on constructability issues
• Maintain Bechtel’s Zero Accident Philosophy, and ensure contractor’s compliance to the project ES&H plans, site security plan, traffic plans, emergency response plan, housekeeping, fire protection and jobsite work rules
• Ensure that the Quality requirements are met, and the works are executed as per IFC drawings, standards, codes, and project specifications
• Identify and reviews contractors NCRs, RFIs, FCRs, or other change documents and its effective implementation to prevent recurrence within the project
• Review and comment the contractor's submittals, technical queries, material submittals, field change documents and other technical documents including shop Drawings and As-Builts
• Monitors and escalates quality, safety, progress and coordination issues and concerns to the supervisors
• Ensures required permits and licenses are in place prior to the start of works at site
• Follow and ensure projections and schedules for craft professionals, material, and equipment requirements to ensure field operations are effective and continuous work fronts availability
• Ensure that all required reporting, including daily reports are collated, reviewed, and submitted on time
• Ensure the closure of construction activities are systematic and complete in all respects

• A recognized bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering discipline. Geology Engineering degree could also be considered.

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction of dam or reservoir projects either in a contractor or a PMC role
• Proven experience and thorough knowledge in construction of large-scale projects
• Experience on project based on mountain area and deep understanding of its construction process
• Physically fit to work at high altitudes and hike for site inspections in mountainous terrain
• Experience in: Deep excavation in rock, Geotechnical consolidation by anchors, Construction of big concrete reservoirs & Utilities installation
• Commercially aware with a good understanding of FIDIC based contracts is preferred
• Experience of performance management of contractors in relation to progress, quality, and compliance
• Experience in KSA / Middle east / GCC is preferred
• Must be able to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills to maintain a positive work environment between all parties including the client, contractors, and other stakeholders throughout the project life cycle.
• Self-motivated individual with ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment, with a passion to take ownership of projects and provide sound technical leadership to contractor’s staff and construction engineers

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