Senior Civil Inspector - Hydropower & Tunnels

Surbana Jurong; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 5,636,000 - 11,271,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to inspect and supervise major power infrastructure projects. You will verify drawings and standards, monitor excavation, concrete works, and safety, and coordinate with Resident Engineers, design engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure quality and timely delivery.

With a bachelor's in civil engineering and PRC license preferred, you should have 8–10 years in civil construction, including hydropower or similar large-scale projects, and

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.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts, QA/QC procedures, and HSE requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction reporting systems

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 Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Verify material quality, testing records, and construction documentation.
• Identify non-conformances and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection records, checklists, and photographic documentation.
• Support preparation and closure of 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.
• 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

Project inspection

QA/QC

HSE

Office software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

PRC license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction reporting systems

Job description

SMEC is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to inspect and supervise major power infrastructure projects. You will verify drawings and standards, monitor excavation, concrete works, and safety, and coordinate with Resident Engineers, design engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure quality and timely delivery.

With a bachelor's in civil engineering and PRC license preferred, you should have 8–10 years in civil construction, including hydropower or similar large-scale projects, and