Deputy Resident Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities and ensure adherence to project specifications, standards, and approved designs.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with technical and contractual obligations.
• Provide technical guidance and review construction methodologies, materials, and engineering solutions.
• Ensure structural integrity, functionality, and aesthetics are maintained throughout the construction process.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures.
• Inspect completed works, ensuring they meet required standards and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with project safety standards and procedures.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections and enforce corrective actions as necessary.
• Collaborate with design consultants, contractors, and the client to address project challenges and implement solutions.
• Facilitate project meetings and prepare progress reports for stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, including as-built documentation and variations.
• Report regularly on project milestones, challenges, and solutions.
• Act as a point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment on project goals.
• Oversee all phases of construction, ensuring alignment with the approved master plan, drawings, and specifications.
• Supervise structural, architectural, and MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) works for consistency and quality.
• Ensure contractors follow the approved method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and material submittals.
• Monitor contract deliverables and ensure contractor adherence to agreed terms and milestones.
• Review and provide input on change orders, claims, and contract variations, ensuring cost and time impacts are minimized.
• Identify potential risks to the project schedule, budget, or quality and implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct risk assessments and update stakeholders on critical project risks.
• Ensure that all construction activities meet local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Liaise with local authorities for inspections, permits, and regulatory approvals.
• Monitor contractor resource allocation (labor, materials, and equipment) to avoid delays.
• Advise on the optimization of resources to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with contractors to develop testing and commissioning plans for systems and services.
• Supervise final inspections, ensure rectification of snags, and verify readiness for handover.
• Track and manage defects during the defects liability period (DLP).
• Ensure prompt resolution of identified defects to meet warranty obligations.
• Promote and monitor sustainable construction practices, ensuring compliance with green building certifications like LEED or equivalent.
• Introduce innovative construction techniques to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Prepare detailed project reports, including progress, cost tracking, and safety statistics, for senior management.
• Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, logs, and correspondences.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and site staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Support professional development and knowledge transfer within the team.
• Act swiftly to resolve any emergencies or critical issues that arise on-site.
• Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to manage unforeseen circumstances without impacting project objectives.
• Manage interfaces between various stakeholders, including the client, design consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors.
• Ensure smooth integration of all project components, minimizing disruptions or conflicts.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field). Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in construction supervision, specifically on high-rise buildings and towers.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in delivering large-scale high rise & luxury hotel projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, materials, and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with international standards such as FIDIC and Hilton brand requirements is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.