Resident Engineer - CFRD Dam (Hydropower Project)

Reference: RE/DA/ASIA/DEOG/2026_1786517098

Resident Engineer - CFRD Dam (Hydropower Project)

Location: Pakistan
Assignment Type: Site-Based, Long-Term

Overview

We are supporting a major hydropower development project in South Asia and are seeking to appoint an experienced Resident Engineer with strong expertise in Concrete Face Rockfill Dams (CFRD).

This is a critical site-based leadership role, offering the opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of a large-scale dam project with long-term continuity and significant technical impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the on-site lead representative overseeing dam construction activities

  • Supervise and coordinate contractors to ensure compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements

  • Provide technical oversight and decision-making across all CFRD-related construction activities

  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies

  • Ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, and engineering standards

  • Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and contractors

  • Review and approve method statements, technical submissions, and construction drawings

  • Lead inspections, testing, and commissioning phases of dam construction

  • Prepare and present progress reports and technical documentation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's degree preferred)

  • Minimum of 20 years' professional experience in civil engineering

  • At least 15 years' experience in construction or supervision of large dam projects

  • Minimum of 8 years' experience working specifically on CFRD dam projects

  • Proven track record in site-based roles on major hydropower or dam infrastructure projects

  • Strong understanding of international engineering standards and best practices

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

  • Willingness to work full-time on-site in a remote project location

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile hydropower project

  • Long-term assignment with project continuity and stability

  • Exposure to complex engineering challenges and large-scale infrastructure delivery

  • Competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience

Application

For further information or to apply, please contact:

[email protected]

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.

$10,000.00 - $14,000.00
Per month
USD10000 - USD14000 per month
Added 12/08/2026
Reference: RE/DA/ASIA/DEOG/2026_1786517098

Resident Engineer - CFRD Dam (Hydropower Project)

Pakistan Fixed Term Contract Hydropower

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