Chief Resident Engineer - Major Hydropower Project (Philippines)

Reference: CRE/PHIL/2026/ASAP_1785314614

Chief Resident Engineer - Major Hydropower Project (Philippines)

We are looking for an experienced Chief Resident Engineer to lead construction supervision and site management for a major hydropower project in the Philippines.

In this vital leadership role, you will act as the principal engineering authority on-site, overseeing multidisciplinary teams, driving quality assurance, and ensuring strict adherence to international safety standards.

Key Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's Degree in Civil, Water Resources, Geotechnical, Structural, or Hydropower Engineering is desirable).

  • Experience: Minimum 15-20 years of total engineering experience, with at least 10 years working specifically on dam and hydropower construction projects.

  • Expertise: Strong background in dam engineering, hydrology, structural/geotechnical concepts, tunnel/underground excavation methods, and construction methodologies.

  • Frameworks & Compliance: Familiarity with FIDIC contracts, national/international HSE standards, and lender environmental/social safeguards.

  • Leadership: Proven capability in managing large site teams, EPC contractors, and international stakeholders.

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ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

$13,000.00 - $16,000.00
Per month
USD13000 - USD16000 per month

Philippines

Permanent

Added 29/07/2026
Reference: CRE/PHIL/2026/ASAP_1785314614

Chief Resident Engineer - Major Hydropower Project (Philippines)

Philippines
Permanent

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