Resident Engineer & Contract Administrator

Company Description

AGi Architects is an award-winning international design firm specializing in Architecture, Interior Design, and Consulting services. Established in 2006 by Joaquin Perez-Goicoechea and Dr Nasser Abulhasan, the firm has grown into a prominent studio with offices in Madrid and Kuwait. The team combines innovation and expertise to deliver impactful designs. Learn more at www.agi-architects.com.

Position Overview

The Resident Engineer & Contract Administrator represents the Consulting Engineer on-site and is responsible for supervising construction works and administering the construction contract in accordance with the Conditions of Contract (e.g., Fédération Internationale Des Ingénieurs-Conseils (FIDIC) or other applicable forms).

The role ensures that the Contractor executes the works in compliance with design intent, specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations, while safeguarding the Client’s interests.

Key Responsibilities

A.    Resident Engineering (Construction Supervision)

·       Act as the Engineer’s Representative in accordance with the Conditions of Contract.

·       Supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with:

• Approved drawings and specifications
• Technical standards and regulatory requirements
• Quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures

·       Coordinate between the Client, Contractor, design office, and stakeholders.

·       Review and recommend approval of:

·       Conduct regular site inspections and issue site reports.

• Shop drawings
• Material submittals
• Method statements
• Inspection & test plans

·       Conduct regular site inspections and issue site reports.

·       Monitor construction progress against the approved program.

·       Identify delays or risks and recommend mitigation measures.

·       Ensure implementation of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.

·       Oversee testing and commissioning activities.

·       Manage site supervision staff (inspectors, site engineers, materials engineers).

·       Administer the construction contract impartially and in accordance with its provisions.

B.    Contract Administration

·       Administer the construction contract impartially and in accordance with its provisions.

·       Issue Engineer’s Instructions and clarify technical queries (RFIs).

·       Review, assess, and recommend:

o  Interim Payment Certificates

o  Variations and change orders

o  Extension of Time (EOT) claims

o  Cost claims and contractual entitlements

·       Maintain detailed records of site instructions, variations, and correspondence.

·       Prepare contractual correspondence on behalf of the Engineer.

·       Evaluate contractor performance against contractual obligations.

·       Participate in progress meetings and prepare minutes.

·       Assist in dispute avoidance, negotiations, and claim resolution.

·       Review and certify completion milestones, including:

o  Taking-Over Certificate

o  Defects Liability inspections

o  Final Account review

Required Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant engineering discipline.

·       Professional registration (e.g., PE, CEng, PrEng, or equivalent) preferred.

·       20 years’ experience in construction supervision within a consulting engineering environment.

·       Demonstrated experience administering FIDIC-based contracts.

·       Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project controls.

Core Competencies

·       Strong contract interpretation and administration skills.

·       Sound technical knowledge in design and construction practices.

·       Ability to act fairly and independently under contract.

·       Leadership and team management capability.

·       Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

·       Excellent written technical reporting.

·       High ethical and professional standards.

Reporting Structure

·       Reports to: Technical Director

·       Supervises: Technical Team on Site 

·       Interfaces with: Client Representatives, Contractor’s Project Manager, Design Office Team

Working Environment

·       Primarily site-based with coordination with the design head office.

·       Frequent interaction with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

·       May involve multiple concurrent projects depending on firm structure.