Senior Civil Project Engineer

Scatec; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Scatec Philippines is seeking a Senior Civil Project Engineer to lead civil, geotechnical, hydrological, and structural aspects for PV, BESS and wind projects across development, execution, and operations. You will coordinate with engineering and operations teams, driving robust civil design and risk management from early stage through execution.

The role requires extensive civil engineering experience, strong project management, and the ability to oversee complex infrastructure design, with

Qualifications

• Must hold a Civil Engineering degree and related professional registration where applicable.
• Proven experience leading civil, geotechnical, hydrological and structural work for renewable energy projects.
• Strong design management skills for foundations, drainage, roads and buildings.

Responsibilities

• Lead geological, topographical, and hydrological due diligence tasks.
• Review hydrological, geotechnical, structural and road risks at development phase.
• Manage civil quantity calculations for the bill of quantities.
• Identify country-specific civil risks and constraints for projects.
• Support technical due diligence of wind turbine generators and substructure suppliers.
• Ensure civil design information is implemented in detail designs.

Skills

Project management

CAD

GIS

Civil design

Education

Civil Engineering degree

PE/Professional Engineer registration

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Job description

Overview

Senior Civil Project Engineer

Manila

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organization, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.

Ready to make an impact?

Why this role matters

The Senior Civil Project Engineer will manage, coordinate and evaluate all tasks and designs related to geotechnical, hydrological, civil, structural aspects of PV, BESS and wind projects in various stages of development, execution, and operations to various business units within the organization. Support to engineering manager and managing junior to medium level engineers and draftsmen.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will:

• Lead the geological, topographical, and hydrological due diligence tasks
• Lead review of hydrological, geotechnical, structural and roads risks at development phase
• Manage the calculation of civil quantities for the bill of quantities
• Identify country specific Civil risks and constraints
• Support technical due diligence of wind turbine generators and substructure suppliers
• Conduct due diligence investigations on civil related packages to ensure risks and opportunities are identified to be implemented in the detail design
• Support Supply Chain Management on compilation and evaluation of RFP documents (technical specifications and bill of quantities), then lead engagement with suppliers to clarity the responses
• Ensure that all civil design information identified throughout the structuring phase is implemented in the detail designs

Your work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes.

What you’ll gain

• Professional growth through ownership, exposure, and meaningful contribution from day one
• Hands‑on experience in a role where the challenge is energizing, fast‑moving, meaningful, and built on learning through doing.
• Opportunity to shape Scatec Philippines’ technical operations
• Opportunity to learn from various Scatec operations across the globe

What you’ll bring

• A degree in Civil Engineering.Professional Engineering Registration (or similar Chartered Engineer registration) if relevant in country
• Extensive experience with project specific and pragmatic design implementation during construction phase
• Experience with all relevant design and construction considerations for a PV plant, BESS installation and/or wind farm
• Design management of complex Civil infrastructure (foundations, drainage, roads and buildings)
• Understanding of Resident Engineer management of complex Infrastructure projects
• Sound knowledge of CAD knowledgeand GIS software

What it’s like to work at Scatec

At Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and we encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy.

If you are motivated by analysis with purpose, commercial insight, and real operational impact, this could be a strong next step in your career.

What we offer

At Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition. We are continuously evolving as a digital and data‑driven organization, leveraging technology and AI to improve how we work and create value for our teams

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, competence, and business needs.

We review applications on an ongoing basis.