Bridge Site Engineer: Construction & Quality Assurance

SMEC; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to supervise bridge construction, review submittals, and ensure adherence to DPWH specs and safety standards. The role requires 5–10 years of relevant experience and proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and project management tools.

The candidate will monitor progress, manage stakeholders, and certify measurements and payments while maintaining quality and compliance across site activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil & Structural Engineering or its equivalent.
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in bridge, highway, or major infrastructure projects.
• Experience in construction supervision, quality assurance, and contract administration for bridge works.
• Strong knowledge of bridge construction methods, structural engineering principles, and DPWH specifications.
• Familiarity with reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete, steel bridges, foundations, piling, and structural rehabilitation works.
• Ability to review engineering drawings, calculations, technical specifications, and contractor submittals.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures, construction safety requirements, and project management practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, coordination, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in engineering and project management software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Office, MS Project).
• Willing to accept Project‑based status.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor bridge construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Review contractor work methods, construction schedules, and technical submissions.
• Conduct site inspections and verify the quality of materials, workmanship, and completed works.
• Monitor progress and report on construction status, risks, and technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Witness and verify testing, surveys, and quality control activities.
• Review and certify work accomplishments, measurements, and contractor payment claims.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, designers, and relevant stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Identify construction defects, non-conformances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain project records, site reports, and inspection documentation.
• Support project delivery by ensuring bridge works are completed safely, on time, and within quality requirements.
• Ensures all activities, equipment and facilities comply with, Health, Safety and Environmental policies
• Comply with the company’s QA and BMS procedures.
• Perform reasonable other tasks that may be assigned from time to time by the Reporting Supervisor

Skills

Bridge construction supervision

Quality assurance

Contract administration

Drawing/submittal review

Project management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Office

MS Project

Education

Bachelors in Civil & Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

SMEC is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to supervise bridge construction, review submittals, and ensure adherence to DPWH specs and safety standards. The role requires 5–10 years of relevant experience and proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and project management tools.

The candidate will monitor progress, manage stakeholders, and certify measurements and payments while maintaining quality and compliance across site activities.