Senior Resident Engineer – Architectural / Structural
Project Location: Hamra, Beirut, Lebanon
Employment Type: Full-Time, Site-Based
Contract Duration: 2 Years
Experience Level: Senior – Minimum 15 Years Preferred
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Resident Engineer (Architectural or Structural background) to oversee and manage all construction activities for a building project located in Hamra, Beirut.
The successful candidate must possess extensive experience in building construction, site supervision, technical coordination, quality control, contractor management, and project delivery from commencement through completion.
Key Responsibilities
Provide full-time on-site supervision and management of all construction activities.
Supervise excavation, shoring, underpinning, foundations, reinforced concrete works, architectural finishes, and MEP coordination.
Ensure construction complies with approved drawings, technical specifications, applicable building codes, and safety requirements.
Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and contractor proposals.
Monitor construction progress, schedules, workmanship, and material quality.
Coordinate between the owner, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and relevant authorities.
Identify and resolve architectural, structural, and technical conflicts on site.
Monitor contractor performance, manpower, equipment, and construction methodology.
Review quantities, progress reports, payment applications, and variation orders.
Conduct regular inspections and ensure compliance with quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Oversee site safety and ensure the contractor implements appropriate HSE measures.
Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and maintain complete site documentation.
Supervise testing, commissioning, snagging, and final handover procedures.
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Architecture.
Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience, preferably including major residential or commercial building projects.
Proven experience as a Resident Engineer or Senior Site Engineer.
Strong technical knowledge of deep excavations, shoring systems, reinforced concrete structures, waterproofing, architectural works, and MEP coordination.
Extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, quality standards, and site safety.
Ability to interpret and coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
Strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Experience working with contractors and consultants in Lebanon.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and construction scheduling software.
Membership in the Order of Engineers and Architects in Lebanon is preferred.
Excellent command of English and Arabic; French is an advantage.
Employment Conditions
Full-time presence on site in Hamra, Beirut.
Two-year employment contract.
Senior-level position with responsibility for overall site supervision and coordination.
Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application
Interested candidates should submit their updated CV, highlighting relevant construction projects, years of site supervision experience, and availability.