Job description
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 & 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/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 specs.
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.
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).
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