Senior Project Engineer - High Rise Projects

Job description

• Oversee and manage all phases of high-rise building construction projects, ensuring adherence to design intent, quality benchmarks, and contractual obligations.

Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth progress and timely completion of works.

• Lead site operations for structural, MEP, and architectural activities, ensuring compliance with project drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Review and validate shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals in coordination with design and QA/QC departments.
• Monitor project timelines, cost targets, and resource allocation to maintain efficiency and control.
• Conduct detailed progress reviews, prepare technical reports, and recommend corrective actions for deviations or delay.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with local regulations, building codes, and health & safety standards.
• Enforce HSE procedures and foster a strong safety-first culture across project teams.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to site engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure consistent execution quality.

• Collaborate with procurement and planning departments to ensure timely material delivery and subcontractor coordination.
• Maintain and update project documentation including RFIs, NCRs, progress reports, variation claims, and as-built drawings.
• Represent the company in meetings with clients, consultants, and external stakeholders to present updates and resolve technical issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to value engineering initiatives for cost and time optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10–15 years of total construction experience, with a proven track record in high-rise or large-scale building projects.
• In-depth knowledge of structural systems, MEP coordination, finishing works, and project sequencing.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and planning tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC standards, local authority requirements, and international building codes.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to handle pressure, resolve site challenges, and deliver within deadlines.
• GCC experience and a valid driving license are highly preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent