Assistant Resident Engineer

Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With 30,000+ employees and over €5 billion in revenue in 2024, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.

In the Middle East, Bilfinger provides comprehensive services ranging from feasibility studies, conceptual and detailed design, to project management and construction supervision. We play a vital role in oil & gas, power, water, infrastructure, and industrial sectors by ensuring projects meet international standards, cost efficiency, and sustainability goals. Beyond project delivery, we also support clients with asset integrity management, plant maintenance, and turnaround services to ensure reliability, efficiency, and extended lifecycle of critical facilities.

With deep regional expertise of around 3600+ employees and global best practices, we support our clients in achieving operational excellence, risk management, and long-term value creation.

At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future

Job Requisition
Position Title:
Assistant Resident Engineer (Civil)

Location:
Project Site

Reporting To:
Resident Engineer (Civil)

Employment Type:
Project-based / Full-time

Job Purpose
To assist the Resident Engineer in supervising and monitoring civil works at site, ensuring construction activities are executed in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, applicable codes, and local authority regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in daily supervision of civil construction works, including earthworks, concrete works, structures, roads, utilities, and associated activities.
• Monitor contractor's works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project quality requirements.
• Coordinate with site inspectors to ensure proper inspection, testing, and documentation of works.
• Review contractor's shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals, and provide comments as required.
• Verify setting-out works, levels, alignments, and dimensions at site.
• Monitor construction progress against the approved baseline program and report delays or deviations.
• Identify site issues, non-conformances, and potential risks, and assist in proposing corrective actions.
• Attend site meetings, technical meetings, and coordination meetings with contractors and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and report unsafe practices immediately.
• Assist in reviewing interim payment applications, measurements, and quantities as instructed by the Resident Engineer.
• Maintain proper site records, inspection reports, and daily progress reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in civil construction supervision, preferably on infrastructure or utility projects.
• Prior experience working with consultants / PMCs is preferred.
• Familiarity with local authority requirements and international codes and standards.
• Good knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and QA/QC procedures.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong site supervision and coordination skills.
• Good communication and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently under the guidance of the Resident Engineer.
• Proficient in MS Office; knowledge of project management tools is an advantage.

For additional information please contact Gelson Dsouza, email

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Engineering

Permanent

Skilled / Semi-skilled

Bilfinger Engineering