Project Inspector Tunnels Local Pakil

SMEC (An SJ Group Company); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) in Metro Manila is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to supervise tunnelling and underground construction, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and method statements.

The role requires 5–10 years in civil construction, with direct tunnel/underground or hydropower exposure preferred, and strong QA/QC, ITPs, NCR handling, and coordination with contractors and OE teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Minimum 5–10 years of civil construction experience.
• Direct tunnel, underground or hydropower exposure is preferred.
• Familiarity with QA/QC, ITPs and NCR handling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily on-site inspections of tunnelling and underground construction activities.
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Monitor excavation, support systems, lining works, waterproofing, and grouting activities.
• Ensure quality of workmanship, materials, and construction methodologies.
• Identify, record, and report non-conformances (NCRs) and deviations.
• Support resolution of site technical issues with contractors and OE team.
• Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and closed out.
• Track construction progress against approved schedule and milestones.
• Maintain daily site diaries, inspection logs, and photographic documentation.
• Prepare regular inspection reports for OE and client reporting requirements.
• Coordinate closely with contractors, designers, and site engineers.
• Participate in site coordination meetings, technical discussions, and inspections.
• Clarify design intent and construction requirements to ensure proper execution.
• Assist in review of method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and work procedures.
• Support evaluation of material submissions and construction methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with tunnelling standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.

Skills

Reading drawings

QA/QC knowledge

Site supervision

Tunnelling methods awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world's most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project's development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.

We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.

Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily on-site inspections of tunnelling and underground construction activities
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements
• Monitor excavation, support systems, lining works, waterproofing, and grouting activities
• Ensure quality of workmanship, materials, and construction methodologies
• Identify, record, and report non-conformances (NCRs) and deviations
• Support resolution of site technical issues with contractors and OE team
• Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and closed out
• Track construction progress against approved schedule and milestones
• Maintain daily site diaries, inspection logs, and photographic documentation
• Prepare regular inspection reports for OE and client reporting requirements
• Coordinate closely with contractors, designers, and site engineers
• Participate in site coordination meetings, technical discussions, and inspections
• Clarify design intent and construction requirements to ensure proper execution
• Assist in review of method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and work procedures
• Support evaluation of material submissions and construction methodologies
• Ensure compliance with tunnelling standards, safety regulations, and project specifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Licensed Engineer is an advantage
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in civil engineering construction
• At least 3-5 years direct experience in tunnel, underground, or hydropower works
• Experience in dam, hydroelectric, or pumped storage projects is highly preferred
• Experience in QA/QC or site supervision roles under EPC or Design-Build contracts
• Strong knowledge of tunnelling methods (e.g., drill & blast, NATM, TBM awareness)
• Experience in underground structures: portals, adits, shafts, linings
• Familiarity with geotechnical conditions and ground behavior
• Knowledge of QA/QC systems, NCR handling, and ITPs
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Understanding of international standards (ICOLD, FIDIC, or equivalent)

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