Lead Construction Engineer Civil Structural - KGOC Projects

KBR; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Kuwait is seeking a Lead Construction Engineer Civil Structural for KGOC Projects. This role involves supervising technical staff, liaising with engineering firms, and ensuring project compliance. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Construction Management and at least 10 years of experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of 10 years experience, average experience of 20 years.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of technical staff on very large projects.
• Liaises with engineering firm and prepares executive reports.
• Observes site conditions for design changes and checks existing structures.

Job description

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Lead Construction Engineer Civil Structural - KGOC Projects

Under general direction, Possesses supervisory/lead responsibility over a group of technical staff on very large projects. Further responsibilities include the liaison with the engineering firm for the project, and preparation of executive reports, initiation of progress reporting systems and interfacing with client representatives. Provides constructability to engineering. Observes site conditions in order to call for any necessary design changes. Checks levels and positions of existing structures and pipelines shown in the contract and reports discrepancies to the project's Registered Engineer. Designs such works as may be delegated to him by the Registered Engineer. Acts as the channel of communications with the Contractor on all matters relevant to the satisfactory completion of the works under the contract. Supervises the works to ensure that they are carried out in accordance with the contract. Supervises in general the methods adopted by the Contractor for the execution of the works undertaken by him in order to ensure the satisfactory execution. Checks that all notices and wayleaves are arranged in a timely manner. Ensures that there is no delay in providing the Contractor with full information required for the ordering of Prime Cost Items. Supervises and records any tests of materials. Ensures that up-to-date record drawings are produced. Ensures that progress photographs are taken and maintained. Maintains careful notes of all disputes arising out of the interpretation of the contract so that, if necessary, the form of contract and specification can be amended for similar future works. Assures implementation of the company's Safety Policy. Notifies the Contractor and others of any hazardous situations. Typical requirements include an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Construction Management and a minimum of 10 years experience, with average experience of 20 years.