Contract Engineer

Contract Engineer

Apply nowJob no: 493481
Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Malaysia
Categories: Design Studies, Project Management, Construction Supervision, Dam Engineering, Hydromechanical, Electromechanical, Electrical

• Flexible and friendly working environment
• Excellent opportunity to become a valued member of SMEC's multidisciplinary team
• Outstanding career prospects

About SMEC

SMEC is a professional services firm with Australian origins and a global footprint that provides high-quality consultancy services for major infrastructure projects.

SMEC is ranked among the world's top infrastructure design firms and continues to win industry awards for technical excellence, design innovation and the management of environmental and social risks.

The SMEC Profile:

• It is our culture to celebrate diversity, employ great people and work on interesting projects
• We are a private company, wholly owned by our people
• We have an established network of over 70 permanent offices around the world and over 5,000 employees
• We offer our people opportunities to work, both in Australia and internationally, in the areas of: Transport; Water;
• Geotechnics and Tunnels; Environment; Urban Development; Hydropower and Energy; Social Development; Government and Advisory Services; and Mining, Oil and Gas.

The role

SMEC has been engaged by Tenaga Nasional Berhad to provide project management, design and construction supervision services for the Ulu Jelai Hydroelectric Project located in the Cameron Highlands of Pahang State, West Malaysia.

The project involves the construction of an 88 m high RCC dam, 25 km of tunnels, an underground power station housing two 186 MW Francis turbine units and all associated road and waterway infrastructure. Construction of the works is in progress and completion of the hydroelectrical plant is scheduled for August 2016.

A vacancy exists for the position of Contracts Engineer starting immediately for an estimated period of assignment  of about 2.5 years.

SMEC's project team will be lead by the Chief Resident Engineer who will be responsible for  managing the construction activities of the Contractor and leading SMEC's project team on site carrying out the day to day construction supervision activities as the Engineer's Representative. Interacting with the Client at head office level in Kuala Lumpur will be the responsibility of SMEC's Project Manager, based in SMEC's office in Kuala Lumpur. The Contract Engineer will be reporting to both the Chief Resident Engineer on site and the Project Manager in Kuala Lumpur.

Specific tasks to be undertaken by the Contract Engineer include:

• Liaison  with the Client, SMEC's Project Manager and Chief Resident Engineer to manage the construction activities of the Contractor in accordance with the requirements of the Contract;
• Monitoring project progress and evaluation of progress payments;
• Assessing claims for variations of contract submitted by the Contractor;
• Assisting dispute resolution;
• Attendance of regular project meetings and reporting on contractual issues;
• Keeping records up to date of meetings and other relevant correspondence; and
• Contribute to the preparation of Monthly Progress Reports.

With a track record of achievement in a similar role, you will have gained your experience in an engineering design consultancy and have a passion for building trusted relationships to drive positive change and win new work.

Suitable applicants will have/be:

• B.Sc. or higher degree in civil engineering;
• Membership of a professional engineering institution;
• 25 years' experience in contract management, preferably in dam, tunnel and hydropower projects under FIDIC conditions; and
• Work experience on projects in developing countries.

In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and rewarded.

How to apply

To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at http://www.smec.com. 

SMEC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a source of strength for our people, our clients, our partners and our communities.

Advertised: 11 Feb 2014 Singapore Standard Time
Applications close: 11 Mar 2014 Singapore Standard Time