Job Title: Site Engineer
Organisation: Mota-Engil Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Mota-Engil is a Portuguese group in the sectors of civil construction, public works, port operations, waste, water, and logistics. The Mota-Engil Group comprises 228 companies within three major business areas Engineering and construction, Environment and Services and Transport concessions operating in 21 countries through its branches and subsidiaries, including Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construção, S.A., Tertir, SUMA, INDAQUA Manvia, Vibeiras, Ascendi and Martifer.
Job Summary: The Site Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and monitoring construction activities to ensure works are executed safely, efficiently, within schedule, budget, and in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate daily site construction activities.
- Ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
- Monitor productivity and resource utilization, including labour, equipment, and materials.
- Support planning and execution of construction schedules and work fronts.
- Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and promote a strong safety culture on site.
- Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to achieve project objectives.
- Monitor quality of works and ensure compliance with quality control procedures.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
- Identify technical issues and propose practical solutions to maintain project progress.
- Support material planning and site logistics coordination.
- Participate in inspections, audits, and client meetings as required.
- Assist in project handover activities and close-out documentation.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Site Manager, Construction Manager or Project Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Registered Graduate Engineer with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) is an advantage.
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in construction, infrastructure, oil & gas, or large-scale civil works projects.
- Experience in earthworks, concrete structures, roadworks, or civil construction is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, HSE requirements, and quality standards.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Good planning, organizational, and reporting skills.
- Strong leadership and communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36