Senior Design Engineer

SMEC (An SJ Group Company); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) in Metro Manila seeks a senior structural/geotechnical engineer to lead design and reviews for major infrastructure and coastal projects. You will guide teams, coordinate with construction management, and ensure designs meet international and local standards across concrete and steel works.

The role requires 5+ years in civil engineering, strong communication in English, and experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Plaxis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in civil engineering from a recognised university.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant civil engineering experience in large-scale infrastructure or reclamation projects.
• Ability to manage and coordinate all design activities and teams.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Experience in contract administration is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural/geotechnical design and design review for projects, with internal QC endorsement.
• Coordinate with design/construction teams to support progress and delivery.
• Manage a team of design engineers and provide guidance on design management.
• Prepare and approve design-related letters and coordinate with construction/admin teams.
• Provide structural/geotechnical services for marine facilities including soil testing and soil improvement works.
• Review and approve reports, design specifications for tenders, and coastal structures.

Skills

English communication

Team leadership

Project coordination

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor/Master in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Plaxis

Job description

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for all Structural/Geotechnical design and design review activities and meeting for the project, including checking of contractor design submissions with endorsement as internal quality control process.
• Coordinate with teammates in design / construction management / project control team on design activities to facilitates the construction works progress.
• Manage a team of Design Engineers and provide necessary guidance for design management and project delivery.
• Prepare / Approve letters related to design and geotechnical instrumentation issues and coordinate with construction management / contractual administration team.
• Provide professional and competent structural/geotechnical engineering services for commercial, public, industrial, and other relevant structures in Marine Facilities like revetment, shoreline protection, and ports and harbours structures. The services includes soil investigation, field tests and laboratory works and design.
• Analysis / Approve and design of soil improvement, geotechnical stability and coastal protection works.
• Analysis / Approve and design of all structural/geotechnical elements from foundations to above ground works across a range of materials including concrete (both reinforced and pre /post tensioned) and steel.
• Ensure all designs are prepared in accordance with the Design Process Plan and standards as issued by SMEC including British Standard, ASTM and Philippines design standards on civil engineering, public works and highway and marine and coastal related works.
• Be able to liaise with Client, Contractor and government authorities independently during the design process and ensure client requirements are clearly identified and addressed.
• Review and approve reports related to the design, and in accordance with the Client requirements.
• Review / Approve Design Specifications for Tender document.
• Carry out design review (where applicable) of C&S and geotechnical design and analysis for infra and coastal structures such as quay wall, port, jetty, revetment and land reclamation etc. for local and/or oversea projects.
• Support on pursue project: assist in tender submission.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor/master’s degree in civil engineering from recognised and reputable university
• Minimum 5 years of relevant civil engineering experience in large scale infrastructure/reclamation projects
• Possess the skill, knowledge and ability to manage and co-ordinate all the design activities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Team player and able to multi-task
• Discipline, self-motivated and resourceful
• Experience in contract administration will be advantageous
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office Suite of Software (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc)
• Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plaxis etc

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