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Principal Civil Engineer

  • Performs the function of Lead Civil Engineer on large or complex projects.
  • Responsible for ensuring that all civil engineering work carried out on assigned projects activities complies with and supports the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Management System.
  • Responsible for the administration, overall technical direction and co-ordination of civil / structural engineering and design work on assigned projects.
  • Responsible for the assessment of technical and human resources for assigned projects.
  • Ensures that all assigned civil engineering activities are carried out within the agreed manhour budgets, cost budgets and time schedules.
  • Reviews and approves project schedules to see that all dates, rates of progress and design periods are realistic.
  • Prepares manhour estimates for Civil Engineering activities for proposals and projects.
  • Provides guidance to client, project engineers, other specialist engineers and inspectors on civil/structural engineering matters.
  • Assigns and coordinates the activities of Civil Engineers reporting to him/her.
  • Checks and approves calculations and other project deliverables performed by Civil Engineers reporting to him/her.
  • Attends progress meetings and prepares project progress reports.
  • Advises the Chief Civil Engineer of any schedule slippages and their causes and proposed corrective action.
  • Advises the Chief Civil Engineer of any technical problems and unresolved differences with other groups.
  • Identifies circumstances considered likely to result in contract changes and prepares manhour estimates to support contract changes.
  • Prepares contract requisitions and specifications for civil and structural work on assigned projects.
  • Prepares technical evaluations of civil and structural contract enquiries.
  • Liaises with specialist consultants appointed by the company.
  • Liaises with construction personnel and addresses site queries during construction.
  • Carries out periodic inspection of civil and structural work during construction to ensure correct interpretation of designs and issues completion certificates for structural work carried out on assigned projects.
  • Provides guidance and training to junior and trainee engineers.
  • Keeps abreast of development in the civil and structural engineering field.

Qualifications:

  • BSc (Civil Engineering) / BEng (Civil)
  • Pr. Eng or Pr Tech Eng. or Chartered Eng
  • 12+ years relevant experience.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

  • Analytical thinking - Ability to identify issues, obtains relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources and identify alternative solutions.
  • Communication - ability to present information to individuals or groups.
  • Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand the information and the message.
  • Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
  • Decision making - knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions.
  • Ability to take action consistent with available facts, constraints and anticipated consequences.
  • Problem solving - ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve issues.
  • Technical Expertise - has a sound knowledge over a broad range of civil engineering fields relevant to the project environment.

Personal attributes:

  • Leadership – Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with other members of the project team. Inspires confidence and earns the respect of co-workers and subordinates.
  • Initiative - Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions. Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions
  • Change and Adaptability - Gains awareness for, and an understanding of, the position of stakeholders. Readily adapts to changing circumstances
  • Interpersonal Commnunications - Actively listens and seeks to understand others’ points of view. Communicates openly and honestly to all levels of the organization. Expresses ideas and exchanges information clearly and persuasively
  • Planning, Organising & Execution - Prioritises and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently and strives to ensure that agreed scheudule undertakings are met.elationship
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