Civil Site Supervisor / Engineer (Islamabad)

FORTEK Pvt. Ltd.; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

FORTEK Pvt. Ltd. is looking for a Civil Site Supervisor/Engineer in Islamabad to manage the execution of civil works for a Data Center facility. The candidate should have 5-7 years of experience in construction supervision, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

The role requires excellent communication and leadership skills to supervise labor teams and subcontractors, prepare project reports, and ensure adherence to stringent construction and safety regulations.

Join a team that values precision and teamwork while working in a challenging yet supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in civil construction supervision.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Familiarity with local building codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage execution of civil, structural, architectural works.
• Conduct coordination meetings and ensure clear site instructions.
• Ensure compliance with fire-rated systems and safety regulations.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly project reports.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of civil engineering

Communication skills

Quality Control

Problem-solving

HSE procedures

MS Excel and Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree

DAE in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Civil Site Supervisor/Engineer will oversee and manage the on-ground execution of all civil, structural, architectural, and coordinated MEP works for the construction of a Data Center facility.

This role demands precision, strong supervision, safety awareness, and specialized understanding of Data Center–specific construction requirements, including fire-rating, raised floors, equipment rooms, and critical envelope works.

Evaluation Criteria (Performance Metrics):

• Quality of Work Execution
  • Compliance with drawings, specifications, tolerances, and QA/QC standards.
  • Minimization of rework and quality-related NCRs.
• Site Coordination & Communication
  • Effective coordination with MEP teams, subcontractors, and management.
  • Timely reporting, documentation, and clarity in delivering instructions.
• Progress & Productivity
  • Achievement of daily/weekly targets.
  • Efficient use of labor, tools, and materials.
• Safety Compliance
  • Zero major safety violations.
  • Proper enforcement of PPE, safety rules, and hazard control.
• Data Center–Specific Compliance
  • Successful execution of fire-rated systems, precision leveling, raised floor preparations, and envelope sealing.
  • Accuracy in ensuring openings, sleeves, and equipment pads match MEP/ICT requirements.
• Problem-Solving & Decision Support
  • Ability to resolve on-site issues promptly.
  • Supporting the Manager with timely recommendations.
• Professional Behavior
  • Teamwork, punctuality, discipline, and adherence to company policies

Position Structure:

Department: Technical & Projects

Job Requirements

Base Qualifications:

• Master Degree
• Graduate

Skills & Tools:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, B-Tech (Civil), DAE in Civil Engineering or related field.

• Excellent knowledge of civil, structural, architectural, and finishing works.
• Ability to interpret drawings (civil + MEP), sections, and coordinated layouts.
• Familiarity with data center construction standards, precision leveling, fire-rating, insulation, and critical environment requirements.
• Strong leadership skills for directing labor and subcontractor teams.
• Effective communication and coordination capabilities.
• Good command of MS Excel, MS Word, digital reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of HSE procedures, emergency protocols, and safe work practices.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet strict timelines, and maintain quality control

Job Experience Required:

5-7 years of hands‑on experience in civil construction supervision roles, preferably in the Data Center.

• Proven track record of supervising structural and architectural works involving precisionand high-quality finishing.

Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and techniques.

Familiarity with local building codes, regulations, and safety standards.

Experience in coordinating and managing subcontractors and laborers.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute and directly supervise civil, structural, and architectural works according to approved drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Receive and review daily/weekly targets from the Manager, ensuring clear understanding of required tasks.
• Conduct daily coordination meetings with the Manager and update them on site progress, challenges, and priorities.
• Ensure complete understanding of drawings, details, levels, and site instructions before execution.
• Arrange appropriate labor force, tools, machinery, materials, and ensure readiness for achieving daily targets.
• Maintain continuous physical presence at work areas to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to drawings.
• Coordinate with MEP teams, ensuring precise placement of sleeves, openings, inserts, supports, conduits, trenches, and equipment pads.
• Supervise subcontractors, monitor progress, evaluate performance, and resolve site-level conflicts.
• Enforce HSE guidelines, conduct toolbox talks, monitor safe work practices, and ensure compliance with company and statutory safety regulations.
• Act as a liaison between various trades and provide daily progress updates to the Manager for decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with data center–specific construction activities, including Fire-rated wall systems, fire-rated doors, raised floor support systems, anti-static flooring readiness, and precision floor leveling.
• Maintain documentation including checklists, IRs, NCRs, daily logs, and ensure timely inspections with consultants/client.

Reporting Responsibilities (Daily, Weekly & Monthly)

Daily Reporting:

• Provide detailed daily progress reports on construction activities, including work completed, issues encountered, and solutions implemented.
• Document any safety incidents, accidents, or near misses that occur on the construction site.
• Report on the utilization of manpower, equipment, and materials to ensure efficient resource management.
• Communicate any deviations from the project schedule or budget and propose corrective actions as necessary.

Weekly Reporting:

• Compile weekly status reports summarizing progress made on construction projects, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• Provide updates on the status of ongoing tasks, upcoming milestones, and any changes to project timelines or scope.
• Review manpower and equipment utilization for the week and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Discuss any emerging issues or risks that may impact project delivery and propose mitigation strategies.

Monthly Reporting:

• Prepare comprehensive monthly project summaries detailing overall project progress, accomplishments, and challenges encountered.
• Analyze key performance indicators, such as project timeline adherence, budget utilization, and quality metrics.
• Provide insights into trends and patterns observed during the month and recommend actions to improve project performance.
• Review safety performance metrics and identify opportunities to enhance safety protocols and practices.
• Present monthly reports to project stakeholders, including clients, management, and project teams, to facilitate informed decision-making and ensure alignment with project objectives.