Civil Field Engineer – Substation & HVDC

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Khavda; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM India Private Limited is seeking a seasoned Civil/Structural Supervisor to oversee civil and structural works at HVDC substations and related facilities on-site in Ahmedabad. You will review drawings, supervise foundations, ensure quality, and coordinate interfaces across disciplines.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Diploma in Civil Engineering with 5-8 years of relevant experience in major infrastructure projects. On-site work culture and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Civil Engineering.
• 5-8 years of civil-construction experience.
• Experience in EHV substation, industrial building or major infrastructure works.
• Knowledge of piling, reinforced concrete, structural steel, buildings, roads and drainage.

Responsibilities

• Review approved civil and structural drawings, specs, method statements and ITPs.
• Verify site grading, excavation, filling, compaction and soil-improvement works.
• Supervise pile, raft, isolated, machine and equipment foundations.
• Monitor converter hall, valve hall, control building and related structures.
• Inspect reinforcement, formwork, embedded items, anchor bolts and concrete works.
• Verify equipment foundations for GIS, transformers and switchgear.
• Supervise cable trenches, drains, and water-retaining structures.
• Monitor steel fabrication and erection for buildings and gantries.
• Check alignment, levels, and bolt tightening.
• Coordinate civil interfaces with electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire-protection and routing requirements.
• Review concrete test results and structural inspection reports.
• Identify deviations and raise RFIs/NCRs.
• Verify as-built dimensions and completion records.
• Support punch-list close-out and civil handover.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Site Supervision

Construction Management

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

• Full-time
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM India Private Limited
• Business Line: Energy
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: IN - Ahmedabad Metro - 3rd Floor, Ka

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Job Description

Job Purpose

Supervise civil and structural works for substations and HVDC terminal stations, including deep foundations, converter halls, control buildings, trenches, equipment foundations and gantry structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Review approved civil and structural drawings, specifications, method statements and ITPs.


• Verify site grading, excavation, filling, compaction and soil-improvement works.


• Supervise pile, raft, isolated, machine and equipment foundations.


• Monitor converter hall, valve hall, control building, relay room and auxiliary-building construction.


• Inspect reinforcement, formwork, embedded items, anchor bolts, inserts and concrete works.


• Verify equipment foundations for GIS, transformers, reactors, filters, switchgear and auxiliary systems.


• Supervise cable trenches, culverts, drains, oil pits, firewalls, bunds and water-retaining structures.


• Monitor structural-steel fabrication and erection for buildings, gantries, bus supports and equipment structures.


• Check stub-setting, gantry alignment, levels, plumbness and bolt tightening.


• Monitor internal roads, drainage, boundary wall, landscaping and site-development works.


• Coordinate civil interfaces with electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire-protection and cable-routing requirements.


• Review concrete test results, material certificates, survey records and structural-inspection reports.


• Identify deviations and initiate RFIs, observations or NCRs.


• Verify as-built dimensions, levels and completion records.


• Support punch-list close-out and civil handover.


• Civil inspection and progress reports.


• Foundation and concrete checklists.


• Piling and structural-erection records.


• Building and trench completion records.


• Civil punch-list and handover report.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Civil Engineering.


• Minimum 5-8 years of civil-construction experience.


• Experience in EHV substation, industrial building or major infrastructure works.


• Knowledge of piling, reinforced concrete, structural steel, buildings, roads and drainage

Additional Information

Supervise civil and structural works for substations and HVDC terminal stations, including deep foundations, converter halls, control buildings, trenches, equipment foundations and gantry structures.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.