Site Engineer Job Description

A site engineer is a person who specializes in the construction, installation, and maintenance of sites.

A site engineer is responsible for designing and overseeing a construction project.

The site engineer may also oversee an entire construction site, ensuring all trades are working to a set of standards.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Site Engineer to work on a variety of construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and be able to work independently and efficiently.

Site Engineer Duties:

• Lead site engineering activities from initial planning stages through contract completion
• Develop engineering plans for construction, renovation, and repairs
• Ensure compliance with government codes
• Prepare estimates, as well as on-site visit reports and project progress reports
• Review and analyze plans, specifications, and estimates submitted by contractors
• Manage the bidding process and oversee contractor selection
• Coordinate and manage project schedules and budgets
• Monitor site operations and determine the work progress
• Oversee engineering, procurement, and construction
• Track job progress, schedules, budgets, and staffing
• Assist in estimating feasibility and costs of various construction methods
• Provide technical assistance to architects, engineers, contractors, and others
• Assist in completing inspection

Site Engineer Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage civil site work, including grading, clearing, and drainage of sites, roads, and utilities
• Identify and mitigate potential hazards of the site
• Manage day-to-day construction activities at the construction site, including scheduling and supervision of subcontractors, and oversight of material deliveries
• Revise project plans when conditions change and work needs to be adjusted
• Maintain accurate records of all site-related documentation including spreadsheets, drawings, and photographs
• Perform cost analyses and assist in bidding and negotiation of contracts
• Track project progress by documenting time in weekly time-sheets
• Prepare monthly reports for cost analysis, including material quantities, labor hours, equipment inventories, and costs

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field
• 5+ years experience in multiple levels of project management in commercial construction
• Knowledge of design, specifications, and building codes
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to mentor, train, and lead team members

At [Company Name], we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to building a strong team. We are committed to maintaining a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, or age.