Site Engineer

Somayaji Estates; Mangaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

M/s. Somayaji Estates (P) Ltd. is seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer to lead building construction projects in Mangalore.

You will oversee day‑to‑day site activities, manage labor and subcontractors, ensure quality and timely procurement, and serve as the liaison between site teams, vendors, clients, and the head office. The role requires 8–12 years of hands‑on experience in multi‑story residential/commercial construction, strong leadership, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering is required.
• 8–12 years of hands‑on site execution experience in multi‑story residential and commercial construction.
• Strong command of structural execution, finishing work, concrete technology, drawings, and QA procedures.
• Excellent leadership, site management, communication, problem‑solving and vendor negotiation skills.
• Languages: English, Kannada, and Tulu (Hindi/Konkani helpful).

Responsibilities

• On‑site execution and supervision ensuring work follows approved drawings.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules and take corrective actions.
• Maintain strict quality control of materials and workmanship.
• Implement site safety rules and hazard prevention for all workers.
• Coordinate with Head Office, vendors, contractors, and customers, and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Communication

Problem solving

Vendor negotiation

Education

Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Site Engineer Job Description

Company Name: M/s. Somayaji Estates (P) Ltd.

Location: Mangalore

Position: Senior Site Engineer

Reporting To: Managing Director (MD)

Working Hours: 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM (On-site)

Job Summary

M/s. Somayaji Estates (P) Ltd. is seeking an experienced, proactive, and result-oriented Senior Site Engineer to lead and oversee our building construction projects in Mangalore. The ideal candidate will be responsible for day-to-day site supervision, managing site labor and sub-contractors, ensuring quality standards and timely material procurement, and acting as a bridge between the site team, vendors, clients, and Head Office.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. On-Site Execution & Project Supervision

• Supervise day-to-day construction activities to ensure execution adheres strictly to approved architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
• Monitor construction progress against baseline schedules and take corrective actions to prevent project delays.
• Maintain strict quality control for materials and workmanship as per company and industry standards.
• Implement site safety rules, regulations, and hazard prevention measures for all workers.

2. Workforce & Contractor Management

• Efficiently assign duties, manage daily labor workflows, and ensure maximum site productivity.
• Coordinate, guide, and manage sub-contractors, specialized agencies, and trade workers on-site.
• Measure and verify contractor work for accurate running account (RA) bill generation and payment approvals.

3. Material Procurement & Inventory Control

• Forecast material requirements based on schedule milestones and raise timely Indents/Requisitions to Head Office.
• Inspect incoming construction materials for quantity, quality, and compliance with specifications upon arrival at the site.
• Oversee site store management, track material usage, and minimize material wastage.

4. Stakeholder Coordination & Communication

• Head Office: Serve as the primary point of contact for project updates, daily/weekly progress reports, and administrative alignment.
• Vendors & Suppliers: Coordinate delivery timelines to ensure smooth, uninterrupted workflow.
• Contractors & Consultants: Resolve on-site execution conflicts, technical queries, and design clarifications promptly.
• Customers: Assist in managing client site visits, addressing technical queries, and facilitating customizations or inspections as per company protocols.

5. Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate daily logs, site registers, attendance records, and material receipt/issue documentation.
• Prepare and submit regular project status reports directly to the Managing Director.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering.
• Experience: 8 to 12 years of hands-on site execution experience in multi-story residential and commercial building construction.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong command over structural execution, finishing work, concrete technology, reading technical drawings, and quality assurance procedures.
• Skills: Excellent leadership, site management, communication, problem-solving, and vendor negotiation skills.
• Language: Proficiency in English, Kannada, and Tulu (speaking Hindi/Konkani is an added advantage for local workforce management).

Preferred candidate profile