Assistant Resident Engineer - Ports & Maritime

Transportation At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

• Serve as the primary point of contact at the project site, leading the site supervision team and acting as the Client’s Representative.
• Monitor construction progress, ensure compliance with design intent, and provide early warnings to the Project Manager and Client regarding potential issues or required decisions.
• Evaluate and approve contractor payment applications, certify completed work, and ensure unsatisfactory or incomplete work is excluded.
• Review and approve construction methodologies, inspection test plans, and perform final inspections prior to full certification of works.
• Manage site supervision resources, identify constraints, and support the Project Manager in operational risk, HSE, quality, and service delivery.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure integration and coordination of civil construction works.
• Demonstrate experience with FIDIC-based contracts (Yellow/Orange Book) and marine construction requirements.
• Chair and document key meetings, manage technical issues, and mentor the supervision team to ensure effective risk management and project delivery.

Here's what you'll need

• Holds a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with a strong foundation in infrastructure design and construction.
• Brings at least 5 years of experience as a Resident Engineer, ideally with exposure to Ports & Maritime projects.
• Demonstrates a successful track record in managing diverse construction teams and delivering complex projects.
• Familiar with international and local engineering standards, construction methods, and specifications relevant to maritime works.
• Communicates effectively across teams and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and mutual respect.
• Open to full-time site assignment, contributing actively to day-to-day project execution and team coordination.

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Locations

City State Country
Mandaluyong City	All PH Regions	Philippines
Mandaluyong City	All PH Regions	Philippines