Job Summary
The Head of Engineering is responsible for leading the engineering function, ensuring the successful planning, design, execution, and delivery of residential, commercial, or mixed-use construction projects. The role oversees engineering teams, project coordination, quality, safety, budgeting, and compliance while driving innovation and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead and manage the Engineering department across multiple projects.
- Develop engineering strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Mentor and develop engineering managers and technical teams.
- Drive innovation, value engineering, and process improvements.
Project Planning & Execution
- Oversee project planning, design reviews, execution, and commissioning.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
- Coordinate with Architects, Consultants, Contractors, and Project Management teams.
- Monitor project progress and resolve technical challenges proactively.
Engineering Management
- Review structural, architectural, MEP, and infrastructure drawings.
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, statutory regulations, and engineering standards.
- Implement engineering best practices across all projects.
- Evaluate new technologies, construction methodologies, and materials.
Budget & Cost Control
- Prepare and monitor engineering budgets.
- Optimize project costs through value engineering initiatives.
- Review contractor estimates, BOQs, and technical specifications.
- Support procurement in vendor evaluation and technical approvals.
Quality & Safety
- Ensure adherence to quality management systems.
- Monitor compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct technical audits and quality inspections.
- Minimize engineering risks through effective planning and controls.
Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with clients, consultants, government authorities, and internal departments.
- Present project updates and engineering reports to senior management.
- Coordinate with Sales, CRM, Finance, Procurement, and Legal teams.
Team Development
- Recruit, train, and mentor engineering professionals.
- Conduct performance reviews and succession planning.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Mandatory).
- Master's Degree in Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or MBA (Preferred).
- Professional certifications such as PMP, RICS, or equivalent are an added advantage.
Experience
- 15–20 years of experience in real estate, construction, handling MSB, and large extent of development.
- Minimum 8–10 years in a senior engineering leadership role.
- Proven experience managing large residential and commercial projects.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of construction engineering and project management.
- Expertise in structural, civil, MEP, and finishing works.
- Budgeting, cost control, and value engineering.
- Contract administration and vendor management.
- Knowledge of statutory approvals and compliance.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
Software Knowledge
- AutoCAD
- MS Project
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ERP Systems (Highrise, R Soft, etc.)
- BIM/Revit (Preferred)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Project completion within timelines.
- Budget adherence and cost optimization.
- Quality compliance and defect reduction.
- Engineering productivity.
- Safety compliance.
- Client and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Team performance and retention.
Preferred Industry
- Real Estate Developers
- Construction Companies
- Infrastructure Projects
- EPC Organizations
This role is ideal for an experienced engineering leader capable of managing multiple high-value projects while ensuring technical excellence, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.
Skills Required
Compliance, Autocad, Revit, Mep, Cost Control, Contract Administration, Bim, Microsoft Office Suite, construction engineering, Value Engineering, Civil Engineering, Budgeting, Vendor Management, Project Management, Ms Project, Structural Engineering
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