Onsite Project Engineer - Waterways & Tunneling Specialist

Prime Infra; Pakil; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Infra is seeking a Project Engineer - Waterways to support planning, coordination, supervision, and execution of water conveyance works for hydropower projects. The role requires strong underground excavation knowledge and will work closely with construction teams, contractors, designers, geotechnical experts, and project management to deliver safe, on-time, within-budget projects of high quality.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, monitoring underground tunneling,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; PRC license preferred.
• 5+ years in large-scale infrastructure, hydropower, dam, mining, or underground construction; 10+ years preferred.
• Experience in underground drill-and-blast tunneling (NATM or similar).
• Experience in hydropower, pumped storage, dam, or water conveyance projects is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with penstocks, steel lining systems, and welding activities is desirable.
• Understanding of geotechnical considerations, tunnel support, groundwater management, and underground construction risks.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving, coordination, and contractor-management skills.
• Willing to work 100% onsite at Rizal or Laguna locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, and monitoring of waterway construction activities (tunnels, penstocks, surge shafts, intake structures, tailrace systems).
• Coordinate daily construction activities with contractors, site supervisors, survey teams, and consultants.
• Monitor underground excavation using drill-and-blast tunneling methods per approved methods.
• Review drawings, specs, method statements, risk assessments, and inspection plans.
• Supervise site activities to ensure schedules, quality, and safety compliance.
• Support geotechnical risk management and construction challenges.
• Prepare engineering reports, site updates, and productivity assessments.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, geotechnical, and E&M teams to resolve interface issues.
• Assist in quality inspections and welding verifications on penstocks and linings.
• Participate in contractor meetings, progress reviews, and technical discussions.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover of waterway systems.
• Ensure compliance with codes, specs, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Coordination

Contractor management

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prime Infra is seeking a Project Engineer - Waterways to support planning, coordination, supervision, and execution of water conveyance works for hydropower projects. The role requires strong underground excavation knowledge and will work closely with construction teams, contractors, designers, geotechnical experts, and project management to deliver safe, on-time, within-budget projects of high quality.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, monitoring underground tunneling,