Egis
Deputy Resident Engineer
Kuwait City, KuwaitPosted 10 months ago
- Salary
- AED 48k–96k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Senior
- Field
- Construction & Engineering
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Resident Engineer to join our team in Kuwait. In this critical role, you will assist the Resident Engineer in overseeing large-scale Building projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Assist in managing day-to-day construction activities, coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety regulations Review and approve technical submittals, shop drawings, and material samples Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, progress reports, and technical correspondence Collaborate with the project team to resolve design conflicts and construction-related problems Assist in contract administration, including change orders, payment applications, and claims management Ensure adherence to local building codes and regulations specific to Kuwait Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and team members Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Minimum 15 years of experience, including 3 years as Deputy Resident Engineer in civil engineering projects, with a focus on large-scale Building/infrastructure Valid membership with the Kuwait Society Engineers (KSE) Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office Suite Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry best practices Familiarity with building codes and regulations, particularly those applicable in Kuwait Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Technical report writing and communication skills Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
Responsibilities
Assist the Resident Engineer in overseeing large-scale building projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Manage day-to-day construction activities, coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders. Monitor project progress, identify issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track. Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety regulations. Review and approve technical submittals, shop drawings, and material samples. Prepare and maintain project documentation, including daily and progress reports and technical correspondence. Collaborate with the project team to resolve design conflicts and construction-related problems. Assist in contract administration, including change orders, payment applications, and claims management. Ensure adherence to Kuwait building codes and regulations. Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and team members. Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff.
Skills
- AutoCAD
- MS Office Suite
- Project management
- Site inspections
- Submittals and shop drawings
- Contract administration
- Change orders and claims management
- Technical report writing
- Building codes (Kuwait)
- Coordination with contractors/subcontractors
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Multicultural teamwork
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