Senior Resident Engineer – International Dam & Hydropower

SMEC (An SJ Group Company); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) is seeking a senior civil engineer with 15+ years' experience in dam, hydropower, or pumped storage projects. You will serve as Owner's Engineer for Lower Works construction, supervise site activities, and ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and international standards.

The role requires PE licensure, PMP or equivalent, and strong QA/QC, safety, and environmental oversight. International project exposure preferred; based in the Philippines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required.
• Professional Engineer license/registration is mandatory.
• 15+ years of experience in dam, hydropower, or pumped storage projects.
• Experience as Resident/Deputy Resident Engineer or Construction Manager.
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects and underground works.
• Knowledge of international standards and FIDIC-based contracts.
• Experience on Owner's Engineer assignments and site supervision.

Responsibilities

• Act as Owner's Engineer representative for lower works construction activities and supervise site daily.
• Monitor construction of lower works facilities including tunnels, waterways, powerhouse structures, and access roads.
• Ensure all activities comply with drawings, specs, methods, and applicable standards.
• Review contractor submissions (method statements, ITPs, quality plans, schedules, material approvals).
• Lead site inspections for workmanship, quality, progress, and contractual compliance.
• Witness QA/QC activities, inspections, testing, and commissioning as required.
• Identify issues, risks, and propose corrective actions and mitigations.
• Evaluate RFIs, technical queries, design clarifications, variation orders, and EOT claims.
• Monitor progress vs approved schedules and assist in delay recovery.
• Ensure compliance with HSES requirements and participate in audits.
• Coordinate with design engineers, contractors, stakeholders, regulators, and Owner.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports, and minutes; manage non-conformances.
• Prepare periodic progress reports on status, quality, safety, and risks.
• Support contract administration including payments and claims.
• Oversee environmental and social management plan implementation and permits.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Mentor site engineers and junior staff.

Skills

International project experience

Owner's Engineer experience

Site supervision & QA/QC oversight

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer License/Registration

FIDIC Contract Management Training/Certification

Project Management Certification (PMP or equivalent)

Construction Safety Certification

Dam Safety or Hydropower Specialized Training

Job description

SMEC (An SJ Group Company) is seeking a senior civil engineer with 15+ years' experience in dam, hydropower, or pumped storage projects. You will serve as Owner's Engineer for Lower Works construction, supervise site activities, and ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and international standards.

The role requires PE licensure, PMP or equivalent, and strong QA/QC, safety, and environmental oversight. International project exposure preferred; based in the Philippines.