Chief Resident Engineer (International Expert)

SMEC (an SJ Group company); Pasig; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (an SJ Group company) is looking for a seasoned engineer with at least 15–20 years of experience in the engineering field, particularly in dam and hydropower construction projects. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, experience in supervising contractors, and a solid understanding of HSE compliance and risk management.

Candidates with a background in dam engineering, hydrology, and structural engineering will be prioritized. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent report writing abilities are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15–20 years total engineering experience.
• Minimum 10 years working specifically on dam and hydropower construction projects.
• Experience supervising contractors and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong background in dam engineering, hydrology, structural engineering, and geotechnical concepts.

Skills

Dam engineering

Hydrology

Structural engineering

HSE compliance

Quality assurance

Risk management

Job description

Qualifications

• Minimum 15–20 years total engineering experience
• Minimum 10 years working specifically on dam and hydropower construction projects
• Experience supervising contractors and managing multidisciplinary teams
• Experience with HSE compliance, quality assurance, and risk management
• Preferably has worked with international consultants, EPC contractors, or donor-funded projects
• Strong background in dam engineering, hydrology, structural engineering, and geotechnical concepts
• Experienced in construction supervision, method statement review, and ITP approval
• Skilled in monitoring work progress, schedule management, and resolving technical issues
• Demonstrated capability to lead large site teams
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent technical report writing and documentation abilities

Skills / Knowledge

• Dam engineering, hydrology, structural engineering
• National and international HSE standards
• Construction methodologies for dams & hydro structures
• Quality assurance processes and regulatory compliance
• FIDIC contract frameworks
• Environmental and social safeguards of lendersTunnel and underground excavation methods