Hydraulic Civil Engineer — On‑Site Water Infra Lead (Hybrid)

Placements24; Torreón; Hybrid; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Ingeniero Civil to act as a key supervisor for hydraulic construction projects in the Torreón, Coahuila area. This hybrid role combines strategic remote planning with essential on-site supervision, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of water infrastructure projects such as pipelines, treatment plants, canals, and reservoirs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background focusing on hydraulics, hydrology, and construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Hydraulic Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience supervising hydraulic construction projects.
• Proven experience with water treatment plants, pipelines, canals or similar water infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic principles, hydrology, and soil mechanics.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and technical documents.
• Familiarity with project management software and construction scheduling tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Mexican regulations and environmental laws for water infrastructure.
• Ability to manage hybrid work arrangements effectively.
• Experience in the Torreón, Coahuila area is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the construction of hydraulic infrastructure projects.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with design specs, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate effectively with engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Manage site resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize efficiency.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality control checks to ensure adherence to standards.
• Review and approve construction plans, schedules, and submittals.
• Prepare detailed progress reports with status updates, challenges, and financial tracking.
• Oversee implementation of safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues and conflicts during construction.
• Manage project documentation including daily logs, permits, and inspection records.
• Maintain strong communication with all project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Construction scheduling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Ingeniero Civil to act as a key supervisor for hydraulic construction projects in the Torreón, Coahuila area. This hybrid role combines strategic remote planning with essential on-site supervision, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of water infrastructure projects such as pipelines, treatment plants, canals, and reservoirs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background focusing on hydraulics, hydrology, and construction