Senior Engineer

Position: Senior Engineer – Industrial Construction

Reports To: Project Manager / Construction Manager

Location: Project Site

Employment Type: Full-Time

1. Job SummaryThe Senior Engineer – Industrial Construction will be responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and executing industrial construction activities in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, project schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements. The role involves managing site execution, coordinating with contractors and consultants, monitoring project progress, and ensuring timely completion of construction activities within the approved budget and quality parameters.

2. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Construction Planning & Execution

• Plan, supervise, and execute industrial construction activities as per approved drawings and project specifications.
• Manage civil, structural, architectural, and associated industrial construction works.
• Ensure proper execution of foundations, equipment foundations, RCC structures, structural steel, flooring, roads, drainage, and other infrastructure works.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and method statements before execution.
• Coordinate with the planning team to achieve project milestones and deadlines.
• Monitor daily site activities and resolve construction-related issues.

B. Site Supervision & Coordination

• Supervise contractors, subcontractors, supervisors, and site manpower.
• Coordinate with consultants, architects, structural engineers, MEP teams, and other project stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure work is carried out as per approved drawings.
• Identify site constraints and coordinate timely corrective actions.
• Ensure proper utilization of manpower, machinery, and construction materials.

C. Quality Control & Assurance

• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinate inspections and approvals with the QA/QC team and consultants.
• Verify material quality and ensure required inspection and test records are maintained.
• Monitor concrete pouring, reinforcement, formwork, structural steel erection, and finishing activities.
• Identify non-conformities and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.

D. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Ensure compliance with project safety procedures and applicable statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with the safety team to implement safe construction practices.
• Conduct toolbox talks and participate in safety inspections where required.
• Ensure the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Identify unsafe conditions and ensure timely corrective action.

E. Project Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor daily and weekly construction progress against the approved project schedule.
• Prepare daily progress reports, weekly updates, and monthly progress reports.
• Track manpower, material consumption, equipment deployment, and contractor productivity.
• Identify delays and assist in developing recovery plans.
• Maintain site records, inspection reports, measurement sheets, and work completion documentation.

F. Billing & Documentation

• Verify contractor measurements, quantities, and running account (RA) bills.
• Assist in quantity estimation, material reconciliation, and cost monitoring.
• Prepare and verify quantity take-offs (QTOs) and bills of quantities (BOQs).
• Coordinate the preparation of as-built drawings and final handover documents.
• Maintain records of approved drawings, site instructions, inspection requests, and material approvals.
• 3. Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• A degree in Civil Engineering is preferred.
• Additional qualifications or experience in industrial construction will be an advantage.
• 4. Required Experience5–10 years of relevant experience in construction engineering.
• Experience in industrial projects such as factories, manufacturing plants, warehouses, process plants, or industrial infrastructure.
• Proven experience in site execution, contractor management, quality control, and project coordination.
• Experience with RCC structures, structural steel, industrial flooring, equipment foundations, and infrastructure works is preferred.
• 5. Technical SkillsProficiency in reading and interpreting civil, structural, and construction drawings.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Excel.
• Familiarity with MS Project or Primavera P6 is an advantage.
• Knowledge of construction methodologies, quantity estimation, and BOQ preparation.
• Understanding of QA/QC procedures, method statements, and inspection and test plans (ITPs).
• Knowledge of construction safety practices and applicable Indian standards.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple teams and manage site execution independently.
• 6. Key CompetenciesStrong leadership and site management skills.
• Effective communication and coordination abilities.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Time management and planning capabilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• Strong contractor and subcontractor management skills.
• 7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Achievement of planned project milestones.
• Quality compliance and reduction in construction rework.
• Compliance with site safety requirements.
• Productivity of contractors and site manpower.
• Timely completion of assigned construction activities.
• Accuracy of measurements, quantity tracking, and reporting.
• Effective material utilization and cost control.
• 8. Working ConditionsPrimarily site-based role at industrial construction project locations.
• May require extended working hours depending on project requirements.
• Regular coordination with project management, contractors, consultants, and client representatives.
• Must comply with all applicable site safety policies and procedures.