Senior Civil Engineer job description

Job brief

We are seeking a detail-focused, knowledgeable and professional Senior Civil Engineer to join our team! The ideal fit for the role will have a strong background in Civil Engineering and have prior experience in the full phase of both private and public sector builds. The key focus of the position is to design, build and oversee building projects, ensuring cost efficiency and smooth running within budget and deadline.

Responsibilities

• Ascertain the project goals, budgets, and overall key factors.
• Design, develop and review technical building and infrastructure plans and drawings for the project.
• Operate required equipment to assist with the overall build of the project.
• Supervise the on-site team, ensuring the design and build concepts are being followed.
• Ensure proper maintenance and servicing schedule is set out for the infrastructure.
• Work with the project team to foresee and avoid, when possible, any obstacles that may present themselves during the construction or planning phase.
• Work in line with health and safety guidelines at all times.
• Provide project reports to executives.
• Make suggestions on cost-reducing procedures for the project.fs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Civil Engineering or related field
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Excellent computer skills, previous experience with project management software
• Strong analytical skills, with keen attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to work to agreed deadlines and timescales
• Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety guidelines
• Good problem-solving abilities
• Ability to prioritize own time and workload