Ain Shams University Name: Hazem Emam Ali

Faculty of Engineering Section: 2

Human Resources ID: 13P1082

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Site Engineer Job Description

RESPONSIBILTIES

 Acting as the main technical adviser on a construction site for

subcontractors, crafts people and operatives
 Setting out, leveling and surveying the site.

 Checking plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations.

 Managing, monitoring and interpreting the contract design documents
supplied by the client or architect.
 Communicating with clients and their representatives (architects,
engineers and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep
them informed of progress.
 Day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and
monitoring the site labor force and the work of any subcontractors.
 resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that
may arise

SALARY

 Typical starting salaries range from £22,000 to £26,000 for graduate site
engineers
 Salaries for those with experience and qualifications range from £25,000
to £35,000
 Site engineers at senior level can expect to earn between £35,000 and
£55,000 plus.

Additional benefits may include a pension, company car, private health care
and life assurance. Salaries vary considerably according to the location,
sector and size of the employing organization.
QUALIFICATIONS

Employers usually ask for a degree or HNC/HND in a construction-related or

engineering discipline. In particular, the following subjects may increase
your chances:

 Building engineering;
 Building surveying;
 Civil engineering;
 Construction studies;
 Structural engineering.

For those wanting to progress to chartered membership of a relevant

professional body, it is important that the degree is accredited and meets
the body's academic requirements for membership. The main professional
body in construction is the Chartered, while in engineering the Institution
of Civil Engineers (ICE) and The Institution of Structural Engineers
(IStructE) are the key professional bodies in the field.

SKILLS

 communication skills, written and oral, with the ability to liaise

effectively with a range of other professionals, e.g. construction
managers, quantity surveyors, subcontractors, architects, designers,
other engineers;
 Organization skills and a methodical approach to work.
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 Accuracy and attention to detail.
 Negotiation skills.
 Strong team working skills.
 Excellent IT skills.
 Flexibility.
 Project management skills.
 Knowledge of relevant building and health and safety legislation.

WORKING HOURS
The working week is usually 35 to 40 hours but may include early starts or
late finishes. Some weekend working may be necessary to meet deadlines.
WORK EXPERIENCE

 Pre-entry experience in a construction or engineering environment is

desirable and is highly regarded by employers. Vacation or sandwich
placements are useful ways of gaining industry experience, particularly if
your degree is not directly relevant. A work experience placement can also
provide a good understanding of the industry as a whole, show what skills
are required and help you to assess your suitability for the work.
 A number of major construction and engineering firms offer industrial
placements and actively seek new entrants at on-campus presentations.
Some employers may also offer sponsorship to undergraduates.
 Try to develop contacts in the industry, through work experience, academic
departments, personal contacts and local representatives of professional
bodies and associations. Join one of the professional bodies, which usually
offer free student membership, as this provides access to professional
journals and information about vacancies.