Civil Works Design Manager

ESCA Engineering; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

Statutory benefits (SSS/PhilHealth/Pag

13th-month pay

Paid time off

Menstrual leave

Team events

Job summary

ESCA Engineering seeks a senior Civil Design Lead to head the site development team, guiding grading, earthworks, drainage, roadworks, and water/sewer systems. You will mentor engineers, drive technical knowledge sharing, and ensure design excellence across all project phases.

The role emphasizes BIM workflows, Civil 3D, GIS integration, and hydraulic modeling, with collaboration across architects, developers, contractors, and clients to deliver aligned solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Required).
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or Water Resources is a strong advantage.
• Active membership in recognized professional organizations (e.g., PICE, ASCE, APWA).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the civil design team delivering site development, grading, earthworks, drainage, roadworks, and water/sewer systems.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate civil engineers and designers; foster initiative and professional development.
• Provide advanced technical guidance and run targeted workshops and trainings.
• Review and approve design computations, drawings, specifications, and construction docs.
• Enforce QA/QC, peer reviews, and risk assessments aligned with ISO standards.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety regs and codes (DPWH, HLURB, NEDA, AASHTO, ASTM).
• Participate in bidding, resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting, and value engineering.
• Monitor timelines and deliverables; provide design support during construction.
• Promote adoption of BIM workflows, Civil 3D, GIS integration, and hydraulic modeling tools.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, contractors, and clients for project alignment.
• Represent the company in design coordination meetings and client discussions.
• Oversee preparation and submission of civil documentation for permits and approvals.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Technical guidance

Client coordination

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (advantage)

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

SWMM

WaterGEMS

HEC-RAS

EPANET

Job description

• Lead and manage the civil design team in delivering high-quality engineering solutions for site development, grading, earthworks, drainage, roadworks, and water/sewer utility systems.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate civil engineers and designers, fostering an internal culture of initiative, accountability, and continuous professional development.
• Provide advanced technical guidance to resolve complex design challenges and promote knowledge-sharing through targeted workshops and technical training.
• Review and approve civil design computations, detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Enforce strict internal design quality checks, peer reviews, risk assessments, and QA/QC procedures aligned with ISO standards.
• Ensure all designs comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations, as well as local and international codes (e.g., DPWH, HLURB, NEDA, AASHTO, ASTM).
• Participate in project bidding, resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting, and value engineering to optimize lifecycle costs.
• Monitor engineering timelines and deliverables, providing dedicated design support throughout the construction phases.
• Support and drive the team's adoption of advanced digital design tools, including BIM workflows, Civil 3D, GIS integration, and specialized hydraulic modeling software.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary stakeholders (architects, developers, contractors, and clients) to ensure seamless project alignment and delivery.
• Represent the company at design coordination meetings and lead technical discussions with clients.
• Oversee the accurate preparation and timely submission of civil engineering documentation for regulatory permits and approvals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the civil design team in delivering high-quality engineering solutions for site development, grading, earthworks, drainage, roadworks, and water/sewer utility systems.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate civil engineers and designers, fostering an internal culture of initiative, accountability, and continuous professional development.
• Provide advanced technical guidance to resolve complex design challenges and promote knowledge-sharing through targeted workshops and technical training.
• Review and approve civil design computations, detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Enforce strict internal design quality checks, peer reviews, risk assessments, and QA/QC procedures aligned with ISO standards.
• Ensure all designs comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations, as well as local and international codes (e.g., DPWH, HLURB, NEDA, AASHTO, ASTM).
• Participate in project bidding, resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting, and value engineering to optimize lifecycle costs.
• Monitor engineering timelines and deliverables, providing dedicated design support throughout the construction phases.
• Support and drive the team's adoption of advanced digital design tools, including BIM workflows, Civil 3D, GIS integration, and specialized hydraulic modeling software.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary stakeholders (architects, developers, contractors, and clients) to ensure seamless project alignment and delivery.
• Represent the company at design coordination meetings and lead technical discussions with clients.
• Oversee the accurate preparation and timely submission of civil engineering documentation for regulatory permits and approvals.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Required). Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or Water Resources is a strong advantage.
• PRC Licensed Civil Engineer (Required). ASEAN Engineer or international certification is a plus.
• Active membership in recognized professional organizations (e.g., PICE, ASCE, APWA).
• Minimum of 10 years of robust experience in civil works design.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role leading engineering teams.
• Demonstrated success managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering large-scale land development, infrastructure, or utility planning projects.
• Deep expertise in site development, earthworks optimization, stormwater management, and road design.
• Proficiency in civil engineering and hydraulic modeling software suites (e.g., Civil 3D, AutoCAD, SWMM, WaterGEMS, StormCAD, HEC-RAS, or EPANET).
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder negotiation skills.

Why Work with Us?

We value our team's well-being, security, and growth. Here is a snapshot of what you can expect when you join us:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: HMO / Health Card with dependent coverage
• Life Insurance: Group Life Insurance coverage for your peace of mind.
• Government Benefits: Complete statutory benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG) plus 13th-month pay.
• Paid Time Off: Earn and use leave credits immediately upon hiring.
• Inclusive Wellness: Dedicated Menstrual Leave to support our team's health and comfort.
• Engaging Workspace: Fun monthly activities and major company events to keep our team connected and celebrated.