About SMEC
For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world's most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.
We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project's development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.
We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.
Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.
About the Role
We are seeking a Design Engineer with strong Geotechnical Design experience to support the successful delivery of large-scale infrastructure and reclamation projects. The successful candidate will work closely with project leads, clients, and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Project Lead/Project Manager in delivering projects within schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
- Support the management and resolution of contract-related matters throughout project delivery and closure.
- Ensure all engineering and project activities are performed in accordance with approved methodologies and procedures.
- Maintain and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and expenditures.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders and provide regular project updates.
- Attend progress and ad hoc meetings and document key decisions and action items.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and materials for client and management meetings.
- Monitor project progress and ensure critical deadlines are achieved.
- Provide project administration and coordination support as required.
- Ensure all project documentation is maintained and compliant with project frameworks and standards.
- Undertake additional project-related tasks as necessary.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
- Minimum of 3 years of Geotechnical Design experience is required.
- Experience in geotechnical investigations, foundation design, slope stability analysis, earthworks, ground improvement, and related geotechnical engineering works.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure, marine, or reclamation projects.
- Experience in dredging, reclamation, rock works, wharf, jetty, or other coastal infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
- Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Highly organized with strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Able to work effectively under tight deadlines.
- Willing to accept project-based employment.
- Willing to be assigned in Manila.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and reclamation projects.
- Collaborative and technically driven work environment.
- Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams and high-impact projects.
