Senior Civil Engineer / Site Manager

Job Overview The Senior Civil Engineer will work directly for the Client on the Wind Turbine Manufacturing Factory project in Duqm. The role focuses on client-side technical oversight and coordination of civil works executed by the General Contractor, parallel with an independent Controller / PMC company appointed by the Client.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Client’s on-site civil engineering and site management representative for all civil works
• Provide day-to-day site supervision and oversight of the General Contractor’s civil activities from a client-side perspective.
• Review and comment on civil designs, shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals
• Review, comment, and follow up on civil designs, shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor construction progress, workmanship, and sequencing to ensure alignment with approved documents, IFC drawings, specifications, and project schedule.
• Coordinate closely with the appointed Controller / PMC company to align inspections, site observations, non-conformities, and technical assessments, avoiding duplication of roles while ensuring full client visibility. Oversee and monitor execution of all civil works, including but not limited to: Earthworks, grading, compaction, and site preparation Foundations, including heavy equipment, production lines, and wind turbine manufacturing machinery foundations Structural and non-structural concrete works Steel structures from a civil interface perspective Roads, pavements, hardstand areas, and drainage systems Industrial buildings and auxiliary facilities
• Monitor and promote implementation of the approved Quality Management Plan (QMP) on site.
• Witness inspections, testing, and quality control activities from a Client perspective, including material testing, concrete pours, reinforcement inspections, and foundation works.
• Review inspection requests (IRs), test results, method statements, and quality records to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify quality issues, non-conformities, and deviations; ensure proper documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions are implemented by the General Contractor.
• Review and comment on as-built drawings, test certificates, and handover documentation prior to submission to the Client.
• Promote and monitor compliance with site HSE requirements, Client HSE standards, and applicable local regulations.
• Observe site activities to identify unsafe practices, potential hazards, and HSE non-compliances.
• Ensure that the General Contractor and subcontractors implement approved HSE plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Participate in site safety meetings, toolbox talks (as required), and HSE walks from a client oversight perspective.
• Monitor and assess the performance of civil subcontractors engaged by the General Contractor. If necessary, prepare clear, structured, and professional site reports for Client management, covering: Construction progress Quality and HSE observations Key technical issues and risks Non-conformities and corrective actions Participate in technical, coordination, and progress meetings with Client management, Controller / PMC company, and General Contractor. Provide timely and accurate feedback to the Client to support informed decision-making at project level.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• 10+ years of experience in industrial and/or infrastructure projects
• Experience working in a client-side or Consultant role
• Strong background in overseeing General Contractor civil works
• Experience coordinating with PMC / Controller companies
• Prior experience in Oman or GCC countries is an advantage Technical Skills
• Earthworks and foundation engineering
• Experience in reinforced concrete and structural works
• Experience in industrial buildings and heavy equipment foundations
• Experience in road construction, and infrastructure
• Good knowledge of quality control and inspection procedures
• Interpretation of specifications, IFC drawings, and schedules
• AutoCAD and civil documentation systems (EDMS) Personal Competencies
• Strong technical judgment and independence
• Clear communication and professional reporting skills
• Ability to coordinate without overlapping responsibilities, conduct multitasking
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused mindset