Fairstone Ltd a subsidairy of Evaco Group is a currently looking for a Senior Site Engineer.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

Site Liaison                                                                                                    

• Assist the Site Engineer/Site Manager where relevant.
• Supply feedback on job progress through the applicable communication channels.
• Supply technical input where necessary and where applicable.
• Supply information when in direct liaison with the client or management as may be required.
• Assist in preparing of material schedules and requisitions.
• Ensure all works are as per specifications and drawings.
• Assist in the monitoring of the established weekly program.
• Assist in keeping the relevant and required records of daily site diary.
• Attend and contribute to site cost meetings as scheduled.

Assist Foreman/ General Foreman                                                           

• Liaise with the General Foreman by having formal discussions with them on site about performance, progress and quality. Report to Management where relevant.
• Assist the General Foreman with technical issues and production targets.
• Discuss with General Foreman ways and means in improving operational efficiency and reducing wastage.
• Read, interpret engineers/architect/ID drawings, Bending Schedules and any other documentation as required.

Assist Quantity Surveyor                                                                 

• Record work done and inform /advise QS on additional work/variations.
• Ensure that the work done as per site instruction is measured and recorded.
• Provide QS with any information which could be used for claims e.g., Change of scope of works.
• Liaise with M&E Coordinator to ensure that all services are properly planned, installed within agreed time schedule, approved and tested.
• Ensure proper and timely communication and exchange of information with relevant M&E sub contractors.

Sub-contractors                                                                               

• Ensure that sub-contracting works are carried out according to the specifications.
• Ensure that sub-contractor abides by Fairstone safety requirements.

Program of Work

• Assist other Site Engineers/ Senior Site Engineers /Site Managers to prepare site program of work.
• Monitor efficiency of resources by doing plant and labour performance studies.
• Breakdown allowable into units for agreed period.
• Establish program for area of work or structures with General Foreman.
• Ensure with land surveyor that setting out is double checked.

Monitor contract efficiency                                                                  

• Comparing plant and labour cost against allowable cost.
• Recording actual progress against programme.
• Highlighting delays for possible claims and extension of time e.g. waiting for drawings, incorrect information, excessive rain etc.
• Ordering materials and following up orders so that no delays are incurred because of material delays.

Quality                                                                                   

• Implement systems to ensure that copies of test certificates are safely filed.
• Implement systems to ensure that soil and concrete samples are taken to the laboratory for tests and tests results are recorded and checked for suitability.
• Sign off QA sheets before any concrete casting.
• Ensure that all levels are checked regularly.
• Check all built in items positions on a regular basis.
• Quality Documentation & check sheet are enforced & maintained at all level.

Safety                                                                        

• Control the safety of personnel on site by ensuring that the correct safety equipment, clothing and PPE are worn.
• Ensure compliance with the highest safety standards.

Experience and Skills

• Good communication skills – verbal and written in English and French.
• Good professional approach.
• Time management skills.
• Flexible to work odd hours.
• Problem Solving Skills.
• Ability to manage large teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or related field
• 5 years’ work experience within the construction industry
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic fast pace environment
• Ability to develop and sustain excellent relationships with people
• Good knowledge of Construction Drawings and AutoCAD.

NOTE

• The company reserves the right to call only the best qualified candidates for the selection exercises.
• The company also reserves the right not to proceed with the vacancy.