Resident Engineer - Road Construction Project

About the role

SMEC is recruiting a Resident Engineer for a road construction project in Namibia, within the Division Roads and Highways (Transportation). The position reports to the Project/Contract Engineer and serves as the Consultant's representative on site, leading day-to-day supervision and contract administration so that design intent, project requirements and practical construction methods are successfully delivered.

Key responsibilities

• Administer the construction site and camp, including supervision personnel, laboratory activities, traffic accommodation and environmental compliance.
• Review and verify design information and recommend design amendments where needed.
• Act as main liaison between the Engineer's Head Office, Employer, Contractor, subcontractors, local authorities, utility owners, community representatives and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate, review and certify quantity measurements and payment certificates under the works contract.
• Manage quality control and financial administration, issue instructions to the Contractor, and maintain up-to-date design drawings and instructions.
• Measure, analyse and report on construction progress and programme adherence.
• Oversee OHS compliance and environmental management plans, and keep Contract Reports, Construction Record Drawings and Materials Completion Data current.
• Lead the site supervision team and guide the works according to the contract, approved designs, specifications and standards.

Required profile

• BSc, BEng, BTech or equivalent in Civil Engineering, with professional registration with the Engineering Council of Namibia (ECN).
• At least 10 years of post-graduation experience in civil engineering and construction supervision.
• Previous service as Resident Engineer on at least two national road projects.
• Demonstrated experience in contract administration, construction supervision, quality management and stakeholder coordination.
• Fluent spoken and written English.