Site Engineer

Job purpose

The site engineer acts as the bridge between design and execution. They manage technical on-site operations while playing a key role in material sourcing, procurement support, and budget alignment. This role ensures that the design intent is realized cost-effectively by coordinating with designers, sub-consultants, and vendors to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Job responsibilities

Site management & coordination
Technical leadership: Act as the main technical advisor on construction sites for contractors, subcontractors, and operatives.
Stakeholder coordination: Coordinate with all project stakeholders, including clients, sub-consultants, and contractors, ensuring alignment with agreed quality standards.
Sub-contractor management: Coordinate and hire sub-contractors when needed, managing their scope and performance on-site.
Site monitoring: Perform regular site visits to monitor operations, identify progress, and resolve technical difficulties or problems.
Health & safety: Enforce compliance with health and safety policies and regulations during the implementation phase.

Materials, sourcing & procurement support
Material research: Research and recommend materials and finishes that align with the project's design concept and budgetary constraints.
Supplier relations: Assist in communication with suppliers, introducing available new materials when possible, and managing material procurement if needed.
Sourcing: Liaise with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to source specific materials, fixtures, and finishes required for the design.
Quotations & samples: Support the procurement process by assisting in obtaining quotations from suppliers or third-party entities and requesting physical samples for approval.

Budgeting, BOQs & cost control
BOQ production: Collaborate with designers to produce and specify the Bill of Quantities (BOQ), ensuring accuracy in quantities and specifications.
Design-budget alignment: Collaborate with designers to ensure that proposed design concepts align with the project budget and financial goals before execution.
Project tracking: Support project managers in tracking project schedules and budgets, flagging deviations early.
Resource management: Track project materials and tools to ensure efficient allocation and minimize waste.

Documentation & reporting
Reporting: Report continuous project progress and on-site visit reports.
Documentation: Administer the preparation of contracts, project schedules, and specifications.

Benefits

Education: Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 4-6 years of relevant experience in site supervision and technical office duties.
Certifications: Project Management (PMP or similar) is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of materials, finishes, and local suppliers in the Egyptian market.
• Ability to produce and review BOQs.
• Strong negotiation skills with vendors and subcontractors.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office (Excel for BOQs).