Civil Site Engineer

Job Title: Site Engineer
Department: Projects / Construction
Experience Required:

• 3-4 years with a degree in Civil Engineering, or
• 6-7 years of relevant site experience with a non-technical academic qualification

Salary: 25,000 - 35,000 per month, depending on experience and technical capability
Location: Kolkata
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for a responsible and experienced Site Engineer to supervise day-to-day construction activities and ensure that work is completed according to approved drawings, specifications, quality standards and project timelines.

The candidate should have hands-on experience in civil construction, contractor coordination, quantity checking, quality control and site reporting. Experience in residential or real estate projects will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily civil construction activities at the project site.
• Execute work according to approved drawings, specifications and instructions from the project manager.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, supervisors, consultants, architects and vendors.
• Plan daily site activities and ensure the required manpower, materials and equipment are available.
• Monitor the quality of construction work and ensure adherence to approved standards.
• Check line, level, dimensions and workmanship for all civil activities.
• Supervise RCC, masonry, plastering, flooring, waterproofing, finishing and other construction works.
• Review drawings and identify discrepancies or practical execution issues.
• Maintain proper records of daily progress, labour deployment and material consumption.
• Prepare daily and weekly site-progress reports.
• Verify quantities and measurements of completed work.
• Assist in preparing and checking contractor bills and measurement sheets.
• Monitor material receipt, usage, storage and wastage at the site.
• Ensure that construction activities are completed within the planned timeline.
• Report delays, quality concerns, material shortages and execution challenges to management.
• Ensure compliance with site safety procedures and maintain proper housekeeping.
• Coordinate inspections and approvals with consultants or project representatives.
• Prepare snag lists and ensure timely rectification of incomplete or defective work.
• Support project handover and final completion activities.

Candidate Requirements

Option 1:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering with 3–4 years of relevant site-execution experience.

Option 2:

• Non-technical academic qualification with 6–7 years of strong, hands-on civil construction experience.

Required Skills

• Good understanding of civil construction methods and site-execution processes.
• Ability to read and understand civil, architectural and structural drawings.
• Knowledge of construction materials, quality standards and measurements.
• Experience in handling contractors, labour teams and site supervisors.
• Basic knowledge of quantity estimation, billing and BOQ-related work.
• Ability to prepare and maintain site reports and documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and coordination skills.
• Willingness to work at the project site and manage day-to-day execution independently.
• Basic computer knowledge, including MS Excel and email communication.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD will be an advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience in residential, commercial or real estate construction projects.
• Practical and execution-focused approach.
• Strong sense of responsibility and site discipline.
• Ability to work under timelines and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.