Principal Civil Engineer
Skills
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Design & Technical Review
- Review detailed design submissions, method statements, shop drawings, and temporary works related to shafts, pipe jacking, tunnelling, and deep excavations.
- Assess geotechnical interpretations, ground treatment proposals, and tunnelling methodologies.
- Verify compliance with project specifications, authority requirements, and international standards.
Construction Supervision & Site Support
- Provide technical oversight during construction of shafts, tunnels, jacking pits, and associated works.
- Monitor critical activities such as shaft excavation, ground support, dewatering, and pipe jacking operations.
- Advise on mitigation measures for ground movement and protection of adjacent utilities and structures.
Risk & Interface Management
- Identify geotechnical and construction risks associated with deep excavation and tunnelling works.
- Coordinate closely with stakeholders where works interface with existing infrastructure and utility corridors.
- Review instrumentation and monitoring proposals, trigger levels, and contingency plans.
Authority & Stakeholder Coordination
- Liaise with relevant authorities and stakeholders on technical submissions and approvals.
- Participate in technical meetings, design workshops, and site coordination meetings.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, method statements, and QA/QC requirements.
- Witness inspections, testing, and commissioning activities as required.
Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare technical reports, review comments, and assessment summaries.
- Maintain proper records of technical reviews, site observations, and compliance status.
Support to Construction Issues
- Assist in resolving technical issues encountered on site.
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