Senior Civil Inspector for Hydropower & Large Infrastructure

SMEC (An SJ Group Company); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) in the Philippines seeks an experienced civil engineer to lead inspections and supervision of major infrastructure works. The role focuses on civil/structural disciplines within power station projects, QA/QC, HSE compliance, and rigorous reporting.

You will inspect underground caverns, tunnels, shafts, and concrete structures, verify drawings and specifications, witness tests, and prepare detailed reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Licensed Civil Engineer (PRC) preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in civil construction inspection or supervision.
• At least 5 years of experience in hydropower, pumped storage, dam, tunnel, underground cavern, or large infrastructure projects.
• Experience in underground powerhouse construction, shaft excavation, concrete structures, and heavy civil works is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect civil and structural works related to the power station, powerhouse, underground caverns, tunnels, shafts, access roads, and associated infrastructure.
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and applicable standards.
• Monitor excavation, rock support, concrete placement, reinforcement installation, grouting, waterproofing, and structural works.
• Witness inspections, testing, commissioning activities, and material acceptance procedures.
• Monitor contractor workmanship, construction methodologies, and productivity.
• Ensure all works comply with project quality requirements and approved ITPs.
• Verify material quality, testing records, and construction documentation.
• Identify non-conformances and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection records, checklists, and photographic documentation.
• Support NCRs and quality observations.
• Promote compliance with project HSE plans and procedures.
• Monitor safe execution of underground construction activities, confined-space works, excavation, lifting operations, and heavy equipment usage.
• Participate in safety inspections, toolbox meetings, and risk assessments.
• Report unsafe conditions and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Support emergency preparedness and incident investigations.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection reports.
• Record construction progress, quality issues, safety observations, and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate site diaries, inspection logs, and photographic records.
• Assist in preparing completion reports, punch lists, and handover documentation
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, design engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Participate in technical, quality, safety, and progress meetings.
• Provide technical feedback regarding construction issues and site conditions.
• Support resolution of construction-related technical and contractual issues

Skills

Civil engineering

FIDIC contracts

QA/QC procedures

HSE requirements

MS Office

Construction reporting systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Civil Engineer (PRC) preferred

Tools

Construction reporting systems

MS Office

Job description

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) in the Philippines seeks an experienced civil engineer to lead inspections and supervision of major infrastructure works. The role focuses on civil/structural disciplines within power station projects, QA/QC, HSE compliance, and rigorous reporting.

You will inspect underground caverns, tunnels, shafts, and concrete structures, verify drawings and specifications, witness tests, and prepare detailed reports.