Job Description

Responsibilities

As a site engineer, you'll need to:

• act as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, craftspeople and operatives
• set out, level and survey the site
• check plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations
• ensure that all materials used and work performed are in accordance with the specifications
• oversee the selection and requisition of materials
• agree a price for materials and make cost-effective solutions and proposals for the intended project
• manage, monitor and interpret the contract design documents supplied by the client or architect
• liaise with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project
• liaise with the local authority (where appropriate to the project) to ensure compliance with local construction regulations and by-laws
• communicate with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress
• carry out day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labor force and the work of any subcontractors - this is site-specific and may not be the case on all projects
• plan the work and efficiently organize the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines
• oversee quality control and health and safety matters on site
• prepare reports as required
• resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise.

Skills

You will need to show evidence of the following:

• communication skills, written and oral, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of other professionals, such as construction managers, quantity surveyors, subcontractors, architects, designers, other engineers
• organisation skills and a methodical approach to work
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• accuracy and attention to detail
• negotiation skills
• strong teamworking skills
• excellent IT skills
• flexibility
• project-management skills
• knowledge of relevant building and health and safety legislation
• a driving licence - this is usually a requirement.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED4,000.00 per month