Site Civil Quality – Engineer

ib vogt GmbH; Barobo; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Competitive remuneration

Career development

Job summary

ib vogt GmbH seeks a Civil Engineer to lead civil and structural works for a large solar power project in the Philippines. You will supervise site development, ensure compliance with local regulations, and coordinate with EPC teams to deliver safe, on-time construction.

The role requires 5+ years of utility-scale experience, a PE license, and readiness to travel to remote locations. Strong QA/QC, drawings interpretation and planning skills are essential for successful project handover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Licensed Civil Engineer with valid PRC license.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience in 138 kV substations or higher and transmission lines.
• Knowledge of NSCP, DPWH standards, and Philippine regulations.
• Ability to interpret drawings, technical specifications, geotechnical reports, and construction schedules.
• Willing to work full-time on-site and travel to remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all civil and structural works for the solar PV plant, BESS facilities, 138 kV substation, and 17 km transmission line.
• Manage site development activities including earthworks, drainage, access roads and erosion control.
• Ensure construction complies with drawings, specs, NSCP and DPWH standards and Philippine regulations.
• Inspect concrete work, reinforcing steel, formworks, foundations and structures.
• Coordinate foundation construction for PV structures, BESS equipment, substations, transformers and towers.
• Review surveys, elevations, foundation locations and as-built measurements before activities.
• Monitor progress against schedule and propose recovery plans for delays.
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, transmission, QA/QC, HSSE, environmental and commissioning teams.
• Review and witness inspections, material testing, compaction and concrete testing per ITPs.
• Manage contractors to ensure manpower, equipment, productivity and compliance.
• Identify and resolve issues related to geotech, drainage, structural integrity and constructability.
• Ensure safety requirements for excavation, heavy equipment, temporary works and lifting.
• Review method statements, shop drawings, material submittals and inspection requests.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly progress reports, NCRs and as-built docs.
• Support planning, cost control, quantity verification and risk mitigation for civil works.
• Coordinate with authorities, consultants, Owner's Engineer and EPC contractors for permits and enviro compliance.
• Support testing, commissioning and handover to energization and operation.

Skills

QA/QC

Interpret drawings

Communication

Travel readiness

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Civil Engineer (PRC)

Job description

Established in 2002, ib vogt GmbH is specialized in the Development, Design and Engineering, Financing, EPC and Operation of solar power and provides turnkey solar power plant solutions to investors internationally.

As a manufacturer-independent integrated developer, the company focuses on tailor-made solar power plant solutions that maximize lifecycle performance and returns.

Since 2009, ib vogt has commissioned plants with a capacity of almost 2 Gigawatt. We employ over 840 specialists, in all areas of the solar power plant value chain in over 40 countries. The company operates internationally from offices in Spain Germany, Italy, Netherlands, France, Poland, USA, Australia, United Kingdom, Panama, India and Southeast Asia.

Job Description

Purpose/ Profile Summary:

The Civil Engineer shall be responsible for the planning, supervision, inspection, coordination, and quality assurance of all civil and structural works to ensure the project is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with Philippine regulations, project specifications, and international engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all civil and structural works for the solar PV plant, BESS facilities, 138 kV substation, and 17 km transmission line.
• Manage site development activities, including clearing, grading, earthworks, access roads, drainage systems, and erosion control measures.
• Ensure construction complies with approved drawings, technical specifications, NSCP, DPWH standards, and applicable Philippine regulations.
• Inspect and monitor concrete works, reinforcing steel installation, formworks, foundations, retaining structures, and structural components.
• Coordinate foundation construction for PV structures, BESS equipment, substations, transformers, and transmission line towers.
• Review and verify survey layouts, elevations, foundation locations, and as-built measurements prior to construction activities.
• Monitor construction progress against the approved schedule and recommend recovery plans for delays affecting civil works.
• Coordinate closely with electrical, mechanical, transmission line, QA/QC, HSSE, environmental, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Review and witness quality inspections, material testing, compaction tests, concrete testing, and foundation acceptance in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Manage contractors and subcontractors to ensure adequate manpower, equipment, productivity, workmanship, and compliance with project requirements.
• Identify, assess, and resolve construction issues related to geotechnical conditions, drainage, structural integrity, constructability, and site access.
• Ensure proper implementation of construction safety requirements for excavation, heavy equipment operations, temporary works, lifting activities, and work at height.
• Review civil method statements, shop drawings, material submittals, and requests for inspection prior to execution.
• Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, inspection records, non-conformance reports (NCRs), punch lists, and as-built documentation.
• Support project planning, cost control, quantity verification, variation assessments, and risk mitigation for all civil works.
• Coordinate with government agencies, consultants, Owner's Engineer, and EPC contractors to ensure compliance with permits, environmental requirements, and contractual obligations.
• Support testing, commissioning, and project handover by ensuring all civil works are completed, inspected, documented, and accepted before energization and commercial operation.

Qualifications

Qualification and Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Must be a Licensed Civil Engineer with a valid PRC License.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction experience, preferably in utility-scale solar power plants, substations, transmission lines, or other energy infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in site development, earthworks, reinforced concrete structures, roadworks, drainage systems, and foundation construction.
• Experience in 138 kV or higher substations, transmission line foundation works, or industrial infrastructure projects is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP), National Building Code, DPWH Standard Specifications, and other applicable Philippine engineering standards and regulations.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, geotechnical reports, and construction schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), inspection procedures, and material testing requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with experience coordinating with EPC contractors, consultants, government agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Willing to be assigned full-time at the project site and work extended hours when required to meet project milestones.
• Possesses a valid driver's license (preferred) and is willing to travel to remote project locations as necessary.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in 100 MW or larger utility-scale renewable energy or power generation projects.
• Experience working on projects involving Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), high-voltage substations, or transmission lines.
• Experience in managing contractors and supervising multidisciplinary construction teams during EPC project execution

Additional Information

We offer you:

• Interesting and challenging tasks
• A truly international working environment with colleagues from all over the world
• An open-minded, friendly and highly motivated team.
• Great opportunities for professional and personal development
• competitive remuneration (based on experience)

We know that no candidate ticks every box. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.