JD – Senior Site Engineer (Utilities)


Minimum Requirements:

The Senior Site Engineer – Utilities will be a qualified professional who must have a minimum qualification BSc, BEng, BA or equivalent, have Chartered status and more than 10 years experience with 5 being similar to this project/role, regional experience is preferred

The Senior Site Engineer – Utilities will also be responsible for maintaining and enhancing company`s reputation with our clients and developing effective long term client relationships thus identifying and developing new opportunities for the Group.


Duties Performed

Report to the Resident Engineer-Utilities and will be assisted by the Utility Inspector.

Be responsible for ensuring that the Utility sections of the works are constructed in accordance with the contract requirements.

Check contractor’s submissions and shop drawings.

Respond to contractor’s requests for information.

Liaise with the Materials Engineer on required testing and the test results for the Roads section of the works.

Ensure that the contractor liaises with the Utilities Authorities for the relocation of utilities and/or other authorities, contractors or consultants who interface with the project.

Be proactive in ensuring the utility diversions do not cause any delays to the project

Monitor site safety and liaise with the Safety Engineer.

Prepare reports.

Liaise with the Resident Engineer – Roads to ensure the timely planning and implementation of any traffic detours.

Keep comprehensive records of works done and labour and plant returns.

Assist the Planning Engineer to monitor progress and to notify the Senior Resident Engineer of any potential delays.