Site Engineer

Degree in Engineering/Civil Engineering or relevant qualifications related to post. Minimum 5 years working experience. Good knowledge of Construction Drawings and AutoCAD. Good communication skills - verbal and written in English and French. Good professional approach.

Fairstone Ltd which forms part of Evaco Group is a growing and well-known construction company. We are currently looking for a Site Engineer.

The job responsibilities of the Site Engineer include the following but are not limited to:

Site Liaison                                                                                                      

• Assist Senior Site Engineer/Site Manager
• Supply feedback on job progress                                          
• Supply technical input where necessary and where applicable.     
• Supply information when direct liaison with the client or management required.
• Assist in preparing of material schedules and requisitions.
• Ensure all works are as per specifications and drawing.        
• Assist in monitoring of weekly programme.                            
• Assist in keeping record of daily site diary.                             
• Attend and contribute to site cost meetings.

Assist Foreman/ General Foreman                                                     

• Liaise with General Foreman by having formal discussions with them on site about performance, progress and quality.
• Assist General Foreman with technical issues and production targets.                     
• Discuss with General Foreman ways and means in improving operational efficiency and reducing wastage.
• Read, interpret engineers/architect/ID drawings, Bending Schedules.

Assist Quantity Surveyor                                                                     

• Record work done and inform /advise QS on additional work/variations.               
• Ensure that the work done as per site instruction is measured and recorded.
• Provide QS with any information which could be used for claims e.g., Change of scope of works.
• Liaise with M&E Coordinator to ensure that all services are properly planned, installed within agreed time schedule, approved and tested.                                                           
• Ensure proper and timely communication and exchange of information with relevant M&E sub contractors.                                                                            

Sub-contractors                                                                                  

• Ensure that sub-contract work is carried out in according with the specifications.
• Ensure that sub-contractor abides by Fairstone safety requirements.           

Programme

• Assist SE/ SSE /SM to prepare site programme of work.
• Monitor efficiency of resources by doing plant and labour performance studies.
• Breakdown allowable into units for agreed period.
• Establish programme for area of work or structures with General Foreman.             
• Ensure with land surveyor that setting out is double checked.          

Monitor contract efficiency by                                                                      

• Comparing plant and labour cost against allowable cost.   
• Recording actual progress against programme.
• Highlighting delays for possible claims and extension of time e.g. waiting for drawings, incorrect information, excessive rain etc.
• Ordering materials and following up orders so that no delays are incurred because of material delays.

Quality                                                                        

• Implement systems to ensure that copies of test certificates are safely filed.
• Implement systems to ensure that soil and concrete samples are taken to the laboratory for tests and tests results are recorded and checked for suitability.
• Sign off QA sheets before any concrete casting.                  
• Ensure that all levels are checked regularly.
• Check all built in items positions on a regular basis.              
• Quality Documentation & check sheet are enforced & maintained at all level.                  

Safety                                                                         

• Control the safety of personnel on site by ensuring that the correct safety equipment, clothing and PPE are worn.
• Ensure compliance with the highest safety standards.

Experience and Skills

• Degree in Engineering/Civil Engineering or relevant qualifications related to post.
• Minimum 5 years working experience.
• Good knowledge of Construction Drawings and AutoCAD.
• Good communication skills - verbal and written in English and French.
• Good professional approach.
• Time management skills.
• Flexible to work odd hours. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or related field
• 5 years’ work experience within the construction industry
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic fast pace environment
• Ability to develop and sustain excellent relationships with people

• Positive Attitude 
• Time Management Abilities 
• Problem Solving Skills 

• Excellent follow up skills both internally and externally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Strong Leadership and Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to manage large teams

NOTE

• The company reserves the right to call only the best qualified candidates for the selection exercises.
• The company also reserves the right not to proceed with the vacancy.