Senior Civil Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Senior Civil Engineer – Execution, Estimation & Billing

Company: Archivvista Construction & Interiors

Department: Civil Construction

Position: Senior Civil Engineer

Experience: 8–12 Years

Location: Mumbai

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Objective

We are looking for an experienced Senior Civil Engineer capable of independently managing civil construction projects from start to finish, including drawing interpretation, site execution, setting out, measurements, quality control, estimation, billing and final project handover.

The candidate must have strong technical knowledge, practical site experience and the ability to take complete ownership of project execution.

1. Drawing Reading & Technical Knowledge

- Read and interpret architectural, structural and civil construction drawings independently.

- Understand plans, sections, elevations and detailed construction drawings.

- Coordinate with architects, structural consultants and other agencies for drawing clarifications.

- Identify drawing discrepancies and resolve technical issues before execution.

- Prepare and communicate site execution requirements based on approved drawings.

2. Site Setting Out & Execution

- Independently carry out site setting out and provide accurate line-outs for construction activities.

- Check grid lines, centre lines, dimensions, offsets and reference points.

- Establish and verify levels using Auto Level, Dumpy Level, Laser Level and other surveying instruments.

- Check plinth levels, floor levels, slab levels, beam levels, column positions and alignment.

- Supervise excavation, PCC, RCC, shuttering, reinforcement, masonry, plastering, waterproofing, flooring and finishing works.

- Ensure work is executed as per approved drawings, specifications and engineering standards.

- Manage labour, subcontractors, materials and daily site activities.

3. Measurement & Quality Control

- Independently take site measurements and verify executed quantities.

- Check line, level, plumb, alignment, dimensions and workmanship at every stage.

- Ensure quality of concrete, reinforcement, shuttering, masonry and finishing works.

- Maintain site measurement books and daily progress reports.

- Identify execution defects and ensure timely rectification.

- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and construction standards.

4. Estimation & Quantity Surveying

- Prepare detailed quantity take-offs from architectural and structural drawings.

- Calculate quantities for excavation, concrete, steel, shuttering, masonry, plastering, flooring and other civil works.

- Prepare BOQs and detailed cost estimates.

- Calculate material requirements and prepare material consumption statements.

- Analyse tender BOQs and identify quantity variations.

- Prepare rate analysis for various civil construction activities.

- Monitor actual quantities against tender and approved quantities.

5. Billing & Commercial Management

- Prepare RA Bills and final bills independently.

- Verify subcontractor bills against actual site measurements.

- Prepare detailed measurement sheets and quantity reconciliation statements.

- Handle extra item statements, deviation statements and variation claims.

- Prepare rate analysis for extra and substituted items.

- Maintain records of executed quantities, approved measurements and pending bills.

- Coordinate with clients, consultants, architects and departmental engineers for measurement approvals and bill certification.

- Track billing, recoveries, deductions and outstanding payments.

6. Project Planning & Completion

- Prepare and monitor project execution schedules.

- Plan manpower, materials, machinery and subcontractor requirements.

- Monitor daily, weekly and monthly progress.

- Ensure projects are completed within approved timelines and budgets.

- Coordinate with clients, consultants, vendors and internal teams.

- Prepare snag lists and ensure closure of pending works.

- Handle testing, commissioning where applicable, documentation and final handover.

- Prepare final quantity reconciliation, final bills and project closure documentation.

Required Technical Skills

- Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and reading construction drawings.

- Practical knowledge of Auto Level, Dumpy Level and Laser Level.

- Excellent understanding of civil construction methodology.

- Strong estimation, BOQ preparation and billing skills.

- Knowledge of Excel and construction measurement practices.

- Experience in handling complete projects independently.

Essential Candidate Requirements

- Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering.

- Minimum 8–12 years of relevant civil construction experience.

- Must have independently handled projects from start to finish.

- Must be capable of taking site line-outs and checking levels personally.

- Must be proficient in estimation, quantity surveying, RA billing and final billing.

- Should have experience coordinating with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

- Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities.

Key Performance Expectations

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

1. Accurate setting out, line-outs and level checking.

2. Execution as per approved drawings and specifications.

3. Effective manpower and subcontractor management.

4. Accurate quantity estimation and cost control.

5. Timely preparation and submission of RA bills.

6. Timely completion and handover of projects.

7. Preparation and closure of final bills and project documentation.

Important: We are looking for a technically strong, hands-on Senior Civil Engineer who can independently manage the complete lifecycle of a construction project without depending on others for basic engineering, measurements, estimation or billing.