Lead Civil Site Engineer

gevernova; United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

gevernova is seeking a Lead Civil Site Engineer to manage site civil construction, foundations, utilities and security across project sites during OTR and ITO phases. The role requires coordinating with clients, consultants, MEP teams and EHS to ensure QA/QC standards.

You will oversee subcontractors, prepare site reports and lead safety compliance, with travel and relocation as needed to Saudi Arabia. Fluent English and a civil engineering degree are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in managing Site civil works at 380kV Substations and power projects.
• Strong knowledge in Civil works construction, QA/QC, and coordination with MEP/electrical activities.
• Valid driver's license and passport; right to work in KSA without sponsorship.
• Fluent English; ability to travel and relocate as needed.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage site civil works construction, installation, inspection, testing for buildings, foundations, utilities and security requirements during OTR and ITO phases.
• Oversee subcontractors, plan site resources, report and liaise with client, project stakeholders and engineering teams.
• Develop technical knowledge to execute construction strategy and estimate/plan resources.
• Ensure QA/QC and EHS compliance; perform QS/take-off and validate invoices.
• Prepare site reports and timely internal/external progress documentation (daily, weekly, monthly).
• Attend technical and progress meetings; ensure contractual obligations are met.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Civil Site Engineer is Responsible for Site(s) Civil construction, installation & coordination of project's buildings, Equipment foundations, utilities, permits and any other civil works including security requirements at company project‘s (Substations, HVDC, SVC, STATCOM,…) during OTR phase and participating in ITO phase as assigned.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Actively manage Site Civil works construction, installation, inspection, testing of project's buildings, Equipment foundations, utilities, permits and any other civil works (including security requirements) during project OTR phase and participation in ITO phase as needed, including but not limited to Control of Subcontractors progress and oversight/planning of Site resources, reporting, liaise with other project stakeholders (e.g. Client, Site Consultant, Project Management, MEP works, CW/MEP Engineering, EHS, Quality security systems,..etc).

• Utilize & develop in-depth knowledge of Civil works technical aspects. Use prior experience and acquire technical expertise to execute the construction strategy.

• In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish Estimation and execution works.

• Supervise & inspect Civil works works execution maintaining QA/QC and EHS requirements including ability to carry out Civil works items QS/take-off and invoices validation

• Prepare and timely provide Site Reports/documentation and accurate internal and external reports (Daily, Bi Weekly, Monthly, 3 weeks lookahead Incidents, PTW, QA/QC..etc).

• Understand Contractual T&C (Terms and Conditions) commitments

• Ensure contractual obligations are met and attend technical & progress meetings internal as well as with Customers.

• Ensure all in-Site activities are carried out safely complying with company environmental, health, and safety (EHS) guidelines and procedures.

• Provide expert consultation on complex projects.

• Planning; possibly recommending and administering policies and procedures.

• In-depth knowledge of scope identification, SE specification/standards & claims analysis

• Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by Site assignments.

• Drive customer satisfaction through commitment to quality.

• Support the business growth initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in managing Site civil works at 380kv Substations and other power projects

• Strong knowledge in Civil works construction, installation, Quality processing include liaison with MEP and electrical equipment installation activities.

• Strong knowledge in Civil works Codes, standards, quality processing, QS/take-off & resources planning/Estimate

• Valid driver's license and passport

• Fluent English

• The legal right to work in KSA without company sponsorship or time restriction

Desired Characteristics

• Has the knowledge and skill to actively support site visits, missions, presentations & be aware of where to seek answers to questions as they arise.

• Ability to understand and implement Architectural and structural technical drawings, General Arrangement, etc…).

• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD & MS Office Software Suite.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, to convey technical concepts to business and technical personnel

• Fluency in Arabic is a plus

• Ability to work under pressure; Take ownership of onsite activities

• Willing to travel, relocate in country and worldwide, and to work over-time

• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills

• Good interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position