Department
PROJECT EXECUTION
Job posted on
Sep 06, 2025
Employment type
REGULAR
JOB DESCRIPTION
SECTION I: BASIC INFORMATION ON THE ROLE
Position Name
Site Engineer
Function
Projects
Line of Business
Regional Business
Grade
E2
Reporting to
Functionally
Administratively
Project Manager/ Construction Manager
Project Manager/ Construction Manager
Roles Reporting into
No. of employees
Role Description
SECTION II: JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for executing assigned engineering projects in accordance with customer specifications and within schedule and budget limitations. The role holder coordinates the day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labour force and the work of any contractors/ vendors for the successful completion of the project.
SECTION III: DO - KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE
Perspective
Responsibility
Strategic
NA
Financial
Assists in the preparation of construction cost estimates
Monitors day to day project expenses to ensure adherence to project budget
Negotiates the price for materials, and recommends cost-effective solutions for the intended project
Ensures that project charges are correctly represented in the accounting process
Customer
Acts as the first point of contact for technical advise on a construction site for subcontractors and operatives
Assists in technical specification review and resolution
Coordinates the collection and dissemination of technical information from the client and within the organization
Liaises with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress
Liaises with the local authority to ensure compliance with local construction regulations and by-laws
Internal Process/Internal Process/Operations
Ensures all materials used and work performed are as per specifications
Oversees the selection and requisition of materials and plant
Plans the work and efficiently organizes the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines
Conducts setting out, leveling and surveying of the site
Schedules and monitors program activity including, follow-up with external suppliers to ensure timely response to action items
Prepares quotations utilizing supplier information, cost standards, technical information from quality, manufacturing engineering and design.
Creates bill of material, detailed instructions for manufacturing process of new part, specification for packaging, external supplier specification to provide standard cost structure and instructions
Prepares designs, drawings, plans and specifications for projects, engineered systems, technical equipment or components
Assists in the review of estimates by calculating various statistical data such as quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour and equipment costs and applying to complete scope of work
Assists in the analysis of reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests and aerial photographs on soil compositions, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design project
Assists in the preparation or modification of reports, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, permits and designs for project
Reviews and monitors daily project progress
Learning & Development
Assists in project knowledge management
Provides direction and support to site supervisors
SECTION IV: DELIVER - KEY OUTPUTS / RESULTS FROM THE ROLE
Key Performance Indicators (KPI) What are the measurable indicators for the role?
Measurable Deliverables
Adherence to project schedule timelines
Compliance to budget
Compliance to quality standards
Timely and efficient reporting of project status
Effective coordination of site activities
Customer Satisfaction Index
Timely completion of project documentation
SECTION V: DISPLAY - KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
In this section, please mention the qualification, technical skills and capabilities which are essential to execute the role. It may be a reflection of your own qualification and skills
Qualification and technical skills required to execute the role. Please mention any functional knowledge. E.g. PhD in xyz
Qualifications
Graduate in Engineering or equivalent degree
Technical Skills
MS Office & Project
Other suitable technical training
Experience levels required to execute this role
E.g. 2-4 yrs of experience as a salesman in abc market
Specific Experience
- 2 - 3 years of experience in supplier interaction, budget and team responsibility, customer interaction, utilization of engineering principles, quotation preparation and bills of materials and routing
Over all Experience
- 2 - 5 years as site engineer
Behavioral skills / competencies required for the role. E.g. Attention to detail