Senior Civil Engineer / Site Manager

gu-recruitment; Muscat; On-site; OMR 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

gu-recruitment seeks a Senior Civil Engineer for a Wind Turbine Manufacturing Factory project in Duqm. You will act as on-site Client representative for civil works, coordinating with the General Contractor and Controller/PMC to ensure design, construction and inspection alignment with project documents and schedule.

You will lead day-to-day supervision, quality control, HSE adherence, and reporting to Client management, with responsibilities across earthworks, foundations, concrete works, steel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Client-side or Consultant role experience.
• Experience coordinating with PMC / Controller companies.
• Experience overseeing General Contractor civil works.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Client’s on-site civil engineering and site management representative for all civil works.
• Provide day-to-day site supervision and oversight of the General Contractor’s civil activities.
• Review and comment on civil designs, shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure alignment with IFC drawings, specs and schedule.
• Coordinate with Controller/PMC to ensure client visibility and avoid role duplication.
• Oversee civil works including earthworks, foundations, concrete works, steel structures, roads and drainage.
• Promote QMP compliance on site and witness inspections and quality control activities.
• Review IRs, test results, and quality records; address non-conformities and corrective actions.
• Prepare site reports and participate in technical/coordination meetings.

Tools

Earthworks

Foundations

Reinforced concrete

Industrial buildings

Roads construction

Quality control

IFC drawings

AutoCAD

EDMS

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Civil Engineer will work directly for the Client on the Wind Turbine Manufacturing Factory project in Duqm. The role focuses on client-side technical oversight and coordination of civil works executed by the General Contractor, parallel with an independent Controller / PMC company appointed by the Client.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Client’s on-site civil engineering and site management representative for all civil works
• Provide day-to-day site supervision and oversight of the General Contractor’s civil activities from a client-side perspective.
• Review and comment on civil designs, shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals
• Review, comment, and follow up on civil designs, shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor construction progress, workmanship, and sequencing to ensure alignment with approved documents, IFC drawings, specifications, and project schedule.
• Coordinate closely with the appointed Controller / PMC company to align inspections, site observations, non-conformities, and technical assessments, avoiding duplication of roles while ensuring full client visibility.
• Oversee and monitor execution of all civil works, including but not limited to: Earthworks, grading, compaction, and site preparation Foundations, including heavy equipment, production lines, and wind turbine manufacturing machinery foundations Structural and non-structural concrete works Steel structures from a civil interface perspective Roads, pavements, hardstand areas, and drainage systems Industrial buildings and auxiliary facilities
• Monitor and promote implementation of the approved Quality Management Plan (QMP) on site.
• Witness inspections, testing, and quality control activities from a Client perspective, including material testing, concrete pours, reinforcement inspections, and foundation works.
• Review inspection requests (IRs), test results, method statements, and quality records to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify quality issues, non-conformities, and deviations; ensure proper documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions are implemented by the General Contractor.
• Review and comment on as-built drawings, test certificates, and handover documentation prior to submission to the Client.
• Promote and monitor compliance with site HSE requirements, Client HSE standards, and applicable local regulations.
• Observe site activities to identify unsafe practices, potential hazards, and HSE non-compliances.
• Ensure that the General Contractor and subcontractors implement approved HSE plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Participate in site safety meetings, toolbox talks (as required), and HSE walks from a client oversight perspective.
• Monitor and assess the performance of civil subcontractors engaged by the General Contractor.
• If necessary, prepare clear, structured, and professional site reports for Client management, covering: Construction progress Quality and HSE observations Key technical issues and risks Non-conformities and corrective actions
• Participate in technical, coordination, and progress meetings with Client management, Controller / PMC company, and General Contractor. Provide timely and accurate feedback to the Client to support informed decision-making at project level.

Requirements Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• 10+ years of experience in industrial and/or infrastructure projects
• Experience working in a client-side or Consultant role
• Strong background in overseeing General Contractor civil works
• Experience coordinating with PMC / Controller companies
• Prior experience in Oman or GCC countries is an advantage

Technical Skills

• Earthworks and foundation engineering
• Experience in reinforced concrete and structural works
• Experience in industrial buildings and heavy equipment foundations
• Experience in road construction, and infrastructure
• Good knowledge of quality control and inspection procedures
• Interpretation of specifications, IFC drawings, and schedules
• AutoCAD and civil documentation systems (EDMS)

Personal Competencies

• Strong technical judgment and independence
• Clear communication and professional reporting skills
• Ability to coordinate without overlapping responsibilities, conduct multitasking
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused mindset