JOB DESCRIPTION
Site Civil Engineer - Hardscape Works
*Department:* Projects / Construction
*Reporting To:* Project Manager / Construction Manager
*Location:* Project Site / Hyderabad (or as assigned)
*Employment Type:* Full-Time
*Experience:* Fresher to 2+ Years
*Qualification:* B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Civil Engineering
1. Job Summary
We are looking for a *Site Civil Engineer - Hardscape Works* to manage and supervise civil and hardscape construction activities at project sites. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all works are executed as per approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and project schedules.
The role requires strong site execution skills, knowledge of hardscape construction, coordination with multiple project teams, and the ability to effectively manage subcontractors, materials, manpower, and site activities.
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Project Execution & Site Management
- Execute hardscape and civil works in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, BOQs, and project requirements.
- Plan and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly site activities.
- Ensure work is completed within approved project schedules and milestones.
- Supervise manpower, subcontractors, vendors, and site activities.
- Coordinate with the Project Manager and site teams for smooth project execution.
- Identify site issues and implement timely corrective actions.
B. Surveying & Setting Out
- Carry out site layout and setting-out activities using approved benchmarks and reference points.
- Verify levels, coordinates, slopes, gradients, alignments, and dimensions.
- Ensure accurate execution of pathways, paving areas, kerbs, retaining walls, planters, and other external development works.
- Coordinate with surveying teams for required measurements and levels.
- Verify site conditions before commencement of construction activities.
C. Hardscape Construction
Supervise and execute various hardscape and external development works, including:
- Interlocking paver installation
- Granite and natural stone paving
- Concrete pathways and flooring
- Kerb stones and edging
- Parking areas
- Roads and footpaths
- Retaining walls
- Planters and landscape structures
- Plaza areas
- Outdoor seating structures
- Pergolas and other outdoor structures
- Drainage channels and trench covers
- Water features and associated civil works
- Other external civil and hardscape works as required
D. Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- Ensure all construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Check material quality, workmanship, levels, dimensions, thickness, alignment, and finishing.
- Verify subgrade preparation, compaction, concrete works, paving, and other construction activities.
- Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections, testing, and approvals.
- Identify and rectify quality deviations and minimize rework.
- Maintain proper quality inspection records.
E. Material & Resource Management
- Estimate and plan material requirements based on project drawings and BOQs.
- Monitor material consumption and minimize wastage.
- Verify material quantities and quality upon delivery to site.
- Coordinate with the procurement team regarding material requirements.
- Monitor availability of manpower, machinery, tools, and equipment.
- Maintain appropriate records of material usage and site resources.
F. Coordination & Interface Management
Coordinate effectively with:
- Project Managers
- Landscape Architects
- Site Supervisors
- Electrical Engineers
- Irrigation Teams
- Plumbing Teams
- Utility Contractors
- Subcontractors
- Vendors
- Client Representatives
Ensure underground electrical, irrigation, plumbing, drainage, and utility works are completed and coordinated before hardscape installation.
Resolve site-level interface issues to avoid delays and rework.
G. Measurement, Quantity & Billing
- Measure executed quantities and maintain accurate quantity records.
- Prepare measurement sheets and quantity statements.
- Verify subcontractor measurements and bills.
- Assist in preparation and verification of *RA Bills*.
- Support client billing and certification processes.
- Monitor quantities against BOQ and identify variations where applicable.
- Prepare work completion and quantity reports.
H. Health, Safety & Environment
- Ensure compliance with company and project-specific safety procedures.
- Conduct or participate in toolbox talks and daily safety briefings.
- Ensure proper use of PPE by workers and subcontractors.
- Identify site hazards and implement appropriate corrective measures.
- Maintain proper housekeeping and safe working conditions.
- Report safety incidents, unsafe practices, and potential risks to the concerned authority.
I. Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare *Daily Progress Reports (DPRs)* and other site reports.
- Maintain records of site activities, manpower, materials, equipment, and progress.
- Prepare inspection requests and coordinate for approvals.
- Maintain material approval and quality documentation.
- Record site measurements and work progress.
- Assist in preparation of as-built drawings and project handover documentation.
- Participate in site coordination meetings and client meetings as required.
J. Project Handover
- Conduct final inspections of completed hardscape works.
- Coordinate and close project snags and defects.
- Ensure all pending works are completed before handover.
- Support testing and commissioning of relevant external works.
- Assist in preparation of completion and handover documents.
- Ensure successful project completion and client handover.
3. Required Qualifications
- *B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Civil Engineering* from a recognized institution.
- Minimum *Basic knowledge of relevant site experience*.
- Experience in *hardscape, landscape, infrastructure, external development, or civil construction* is preferred.
- Candidates with experience in commercial, residential, industrial, hospitality, infrastructure, or public-realm projects will be preferred.
4. Technical Skills
The candidate should have good knowledge of:
- Hardscape construction methodologies
- Civil construction and external development works
- Engineering drawings and specifications
- BOQ and quantity estimation
- Measurement and billing
- Material planning and consumption
- Site surveying and setting out
- Quality control and inspection procedures
- Construction safety practices
- AutoCAD
- MS Excel and MS Office
- Daily progress and project reporting
Surveying Equipment Knowledge
Knowledge of operating or working with the following is preferred:
- Total Station
- Auto Level
- Dumpy Level
5. Desired Competencies
- Strong site execution and supervision skills
- Good understanding of construction methods and practices
- Planning and scheduling ability
- Subcontractor and workforce management
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Attention to detail and quality consciousness
- Ability to work under project deadlines
- Time management and multitasking
- Ability to coordinate multiple site activities simultaneously
- Willingness to work at project sites as required
6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance will be evaluated based on:
- Timely completion of assigned hardscape works
- Compliance with approved drawings and specifications
- Quality of workmanship and reduction of rework
- Effective material and resource utilization
- Accurate quantity measurements and billing support
- Compliance with project safety requirements
- Effective subcontractor and workforce coordination
- Accurate and timely site documentation
- Successful snag closure and project handover
- Client and project team satisfaction
7. Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a *hands-on Civil Engineer with strong site execution experience*, particularly in hardscape, landscape, external development, or related civil works. The candidate should be capable of independently supervising site activities, coordinating with multiple teams, interpreting drawings, monitoring quality and quantities, and ensuring timely project execution.
*Candidates who are willing to work at project sites and can effectively manage site-level responsibilities will be preferred.*
Position Summary
- *Job Title:* Site Civil Engineer - Hardscape Works
- *Experience:* Freshers to 2 Years
- *Qualification:* B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Civil Engineering
- *Department:* Projects / Construction
- *Location:* Project Site / Hyderabad (or as assigned)
- *Employment Type:* Full-Time
- *Reporting To:* Project Manager / Construction Manager