A Resident Engineer (RE) is responsible for supervising engineering and construction activities at a project site, ensuring that work is completed according to approved designs, quality standards, safety regulations, and project schedules.
Job Title
Resident Engineer
Job Summary
The Resident Engineer oversees day-to-day site operations, coordinates with contractors, consultants, and clients, and ensures that construction work complies with project specifications, applicable codes, and contractual requirements. The role involves technical supervision, quality control, progress monitoring, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and monitor daily construction activities on site.
- Ensure work is carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, and project standards.
- Review and approve contractor work methods, materials, and shop drawings where applicable.
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality and compliance.
- Monitor project progress and identify potential delays or risks.
- Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and client representatives.
- Resolve technical issues and provide engineering guidance during construction.
- Verify measurements, quantities, and completed work for payment certifications.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
- Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
- Attend project meetings and provide technical updates.
- Review requests for information (RFIs), change orders, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
- Support project commissioning, testing, and handover activities.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Professional engineering registration or certification (preferred, depending on local regulations).
- 5–10+ years of relevant construction or engineering experience.
- Experience supervising infrastructure, building, industrial, or utility projects.
- Knowledge of applicable engineering codes and construction standards.
Required Skills
- Strong technical and engineering knowledge.
- Project management and site supervision skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
- Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) knowledge.
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) awareness.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering/project management software (e.g., AutoCAD, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
Working Conditions
- Primarily based at the construction site.
- May require extended working hours to meet project deadlines.
- Frequent site inspections in varying weather and environmental conditions.
- Occasional travel between project locations.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Project milestones achieved on schedule.
- Quality compliance and reduction of rework.
- Safety performance and regulatory compliance.
- Timely resolution of technical issues.
- Client and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Accurate reporting and documentation.
- Cost control and efficient resource utilization.
