Senior Tunnel Engineer | Project Delivery & Safety

SMEC (an SJ Group company); Malakand Division; On-site; PKR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (an SJ Group company) is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer Tunnel to oversee tunnel construction, compliance, safety, quality and schedules on a major infrastructure project. You will coordinate with contractors, supervision teams and stakeholders to deliver tunnel works successfully.

The role requires 15+ years of professional experience, with at least 7 years in tunnel engineering and 5+ years as a Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer, and a strong focus on safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering from a recognised university.
• Masters in Engineering Geology, Rock Mechanics or related field will be an advantage.
• Minimum 15 years of overall professional experience, with at least 7 years in tunnel engineering and construction.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily tunnel works to ensure compliance with drawings, specs and project requirements.
• Monitor performance and progress against approved programmes and schedules.
• Inspect tunnel excavation, support systems, lining, portals and related underground works.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and risk requirements.
• Conduct site inspections to verify compliance with approved designs and engineering standards.
• Review tunnel-related method statements, material submittals, shop drawings and construction procedures.
• Monitor materials, workmanship and testing for compliance with project specifications.
• Identify construction risks, geotechnical issues and potential delays, and recommend corrective action.
• Prepare progress reports, site records, inspection reports and tunnel-work documentation.
• Verify measurements, quantities and completed works for payment certification.
• Support project leadership in meeting milestones and ensuring successful delivery.

Skills

Tunnel engineering

Construction management

Safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Geotechnical understanding

Education

BSc Civil Engineering

MEng/MSc in Engineering Geology or related field

Job description

SMEC (an SJ Group company) is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer Tunnel to oversee tunnel construction, compliance, safety, quality and schedules on a major infrastructure project. You will coordinate with contractors, supervision teams and stakeholders to deliver tunnel works successfully.

The role requires 15+ years of professional experience, with at least 7 years in tunnel engineering and 5+ years as a Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer, and a strong focus on safety and