Senior Engineer - Road Works and Utilities

Role Summary

The Senior Engineer is responsible for managing and delivering the assigned works section, discipline or project package from planning through completion. The role provides overall technical, construction and operational leadership to ensure that works are executed safely, in accordance with contract requirements, approved drawings and specifications, within the approved programme and budget, and to the required quality standards. The position leads site engineering and construction teams, coordinates subcontractors and stakeholders, manages section-level resources and performance, and reports progress, risks and key issues to project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of all activities within the assigned works section, ensuring alignment with the project objectives, contract requirements, approved programme and budget Interpret and monitor project drawings and specifications to ensure construction activities align with contract requirements and Ministry/industry standards.
• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of all activities within the assigned works section, ensuring alignment with the project objectives, contract requirements, approved programme and budget.
• Review contract documents, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and relevant authority requirements; identify scope gaps, discrepancies, interfaces and potential risks and ensure timely resolution.
• Develop and maintain section-level construction plans, look-ahead programmes, work sequences, resource plans and recovery measures in coordination with the Planning Engineer and project management.
• Direct and coordinate Site Engineers, General Foremen, Foremen, Surveyors, subcontractors and other site personnel to achieve planned production, quality and safety targets.
• Provide technical guidance and review construction methodologies, method statements, risk assessments, inspection and test plans (ITPs), temporary works proposals and technical submissions before onward approval, as applicable.
• Oversee execution of roadworks and infrastructure activities, including earthworks, formation, sub-base, road base, kerbs, paving, asphalt works, drainage, stormwater networks, utility corridors, ducting, diversions and reinstatement, as applicable to the project.
• Coordinate construction interfaces with utility authorities, clients, consultants, other contractors and relevant stakeholders; ensure required clearances, permits, inspections and approvals are obtained before affected works commence.
• Monitor quality performance and ensure compliance with project specifications, approved materials, ITPs and testing requirements; review inspection records, test results, non-conformance reports and corrective actions.
• Lead the implementation of project HSE requirements within the section, including site risk controls, excavation safety, temporary works, lifting activities, traffic management, confined-space activities and heat-stress controls, as applicable.
• Monitor actual progress, productivity, labour, plant, materials and subcontractor performance against the programme and resource budgets; identify variances and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate procurement and delivery requirements with the procurement and logistics teams, ensuring timely availability of approved materials, plant, equipment and specialist subcontractor resources.
• Review quantities, measurements, site records and progress information; support preparation and verification of interim payment applications, variation records, daywork sheets and other contractual submissions.
• Identify potential variations, delays, disruption events and claims-related matters; maintain contemporaneous records and promptly notify the Project Manager / Commercial Manager in accordance with contract procedures.
• Manage technical queries, requests for information, design clarifications and site instructions, ensuring responses are obtained and incorporated into the construction plan.
• Chair or participate in section coordination and progress meetings; communicate priorities, constraints, decisions and action owners to the site team and project stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate daily and weekly reporting, progress measurement, resource records, quality documentation, HSE records and updated as-built information for the assigned section.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning, inspections, snagging, completion documentation and handover of the assigned works section.
• Promote continuous improvement, efficient construction methods, cost awareness, reduction of material wastage and effective utilisation of labour, plant and equipment.
• Escalate significant technical, programme, commercial, quality or safety risks to project management in a timely manner and recommend practical mitigation measures.
• Perform other duties commensurate with the position as assigned by management

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. A Diploma in Civil Engineering may be considered where supported by substantial relevant construction and supervisory experience.
• Typically 8–12 years of relevant experience in civil infrastructure construction with a main contractor, including substantial experience managing roadworks and utilities packages or sections.
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary site teams and coordinating subcontractors on road, drainage, stormwater and utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of construction methods, contract drawings, specifications, quality requirements, construction planning, resource management and site HSE controls.
• Working knowledge of applicable Bahrain requirements, authority coordination processes and project specifications; Bahrain or wider GCC project experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret programmes, monitor productivity, manage section-level costs and understand the commercial implications of site decisions.
• Strong leadership, communication, coordination, problem-solving, decision-making and reporting skills.
• Competent in relevant engineering and project management applications, including Microsoft Office and project planning / reporting tools; knowledge of AutoCAD and/or similar drawing review tools is an advantage.