Civil Engineer

Velammal Educational Trust (VET); Chennai District; On-site; INR 650,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Velammal Educational Trust (VET) in Chennai is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to plan, supervise, and execute civil construction projects. The role focuses on safety, timeliness, budget adherence, and adherence to drawings and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of experience, can read civil drawings, coordinate with contractors and project teams, and manage site resources efficiently to deliver completed work on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, materials and site execution.
• Ability to read and interpret civil/structural drawings.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office; MS Project/Primavera an advantage.
• Good communication, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage site activities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering drawings, BOQs, estimates and specs.
• Supervise day-to-day construction activities at the site.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, architects and project teams.
• Monitor project progress, quality, cost and timelines.
• Ensure construction compliance with drawings, codes and safety standards.
• Conduct site inspections and verify quantities and measurements.
• Manage materials, manpower, equipment and other site resources.
• Identify and resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain project documentation.
• Assist in billing, quantity estimation, BOQ preparation and contractor measurements.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Reading drawings

Coordination

Problem solving

Independent work

Site supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

MS Project/Primavera

Job description

Job Title: Civil Engineer
Department: Engineering / Projects
Location: Chennai
Experience: 10-15 Years

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Civil Engineer to plan, supervise, and execute civil construction and infrastructure projects. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and according to approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review engineering drawings, BOQs, estimates, and project specifications.
• Supervise day-to-day construction activities at the site.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, architects, and project teams.
• Monitor project progress, quality, cost, and timelines.
• Ensure construction work complies with approved drawings, codes, and safety standards.
• Conduct site inspections and verify quantities and measurements.
• Manage materials, manpower, equipment, and other site resources.
• Identify and resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly progress reports and maintain project documentation.
• Ensure proper testing and quality control of construction materials and completed work.
• Assist in billing, quantity estimation, BOQ preparation, and contractor measurements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering.
• Good knowledge of construction methods, materials, and site execution.
• Ability to read and interpret civil/structural drawings.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office; knowledge of MS Project/Primavera is an advantage.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage site activities effectively.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in residential, commercial, industrial, road, or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of quantity surveying, estimation, billing, and quality control.
• Familiarity with relevant IS codes and local

Location-Mambakkam, Chennai.