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Team Leader - ADB-Financed Bridge and Highway Project (Philippines)
Location: Philippines (project-based)
International Engineering Consultancy

Contract Duration: 40 Man months
Start Date: Q3/Q4 2025 (subject to mobilization schedule)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Team Leader / Chief Resident Engineer to partake with an internationally recognized consulting firm for the construction supervision of a major ADB-financed bridge and highway infrastructure project in the Philippines. This is a key expert position, providing leadership, technical oversight, and interface with the client (Government of the Philippines) and the Asian Development Bank.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the supervision team throughout the project life-cycle.Act as the primary liaison between the end client, the contractor, and ADB.Monitor compliance with technical specifications, contract conditions, and environmental and social safeguards.Ensure quality assurance, progress monitoring, cost control, and risk management.Prepare progress reports and technical documentation in line with ADB standards.Oversee implementation of international best practices in construction safety, sustainability, and engineering quality.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Master's Degree preferred).Registered/licensed professional engineer.Minimum 20 years of professional experience in infrastructure projects.At least 15 years on major bridge/highway construction supervision assignments.At least 8+ years as Team Leader or Chief Resident Engineer or Deputy Team Leader on at least one ADB or other MDB-financed project.10+ years working in Asia, (outside of home country)Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Language:

Fluent in English is essential.

Salary Package:

The salary is flexible depending on experience but would be expected to be in the region of $10-12,000 per month Tax Free

Key Words / SEO

Bridge, Civil, Roads, Highways, Team Leader, Chief Resident Engineer, Construction supervision, FIDIC, ADB, World Bank WB, EBRD, Donor Funded, Urban Roads, South East Asia, Philippines

Closing Statement

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any senior Highway and Bridge jobs please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com

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.

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Team leader - Highway project (Philippines)

The market leading infrastructure recruitment specialist is supporting a leading Consultancy firm who are acting on behalf of the main contractor for a Highway project in the Philippines and need a Team leader.

Role & Responsibilities:

This highway project involves the design, planning, and execution of a key highway infrastructure in the Philippines. The project aims to improve transportation efficiency, reduce congestion, and enhance the overall connectivity of the region. As a Team Leader, you will play a critical role in leading the design team, ensuring high standards of engineering, compliance with local regulations, and timely project delivery.

Drive innovation and technical excellence in road design, incorporating best practices and modern engineering solutions.Ensure the use of appropriate design standards (e.g., DPWH, AASHTO, or other relevant international codes).Supervise and coordinate the activities of civil, geotechnical, pavement, and drainage design engineers.Assign design tasks, review technical outputs, and ensure quality assurance protocols are followed throughout the design process.Collaborate with project stakeholders including client representatives, regulatory agencies, and construction teams.Coordinate with survey, environmental, and traffic teams to integrate multidisciplinary inputs into the highway design.Conduct technical reviews of design drawings, models, specifications, and reports.Ensure timely delivery of design packages and design approvals in line with project milestones.Ensure designs comply with Philippine regulations, DPWH standards, and relevant environmental and safety legislation.Identify design-related risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Requirements:

Master degree in civil engineering or a related fieldProfessional membership in an international Civil Engineering associationMinimum of 20 years of professional experienceMinimum of 15 years of experience in highways design, construction, and maintenance of roads and bridges projectsAt least 5 years of experience as project Team LeaderExperience with MDB(WB, ADB etc.) projects is beneficialHighway/road project experience in East South Asia is beneficial (Philippines experience is preferable)

Language:

English

Salary Package:

The salary on offer for this position is flexible depending on years of experience but it will be an international, key expert package

Key Words / SEO

Bridge, Civil, Roads, Highways, Team Leader, Construction supervision, South East Asia, Philippines.

Closing Statement

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any senior opportunities jobs please contact Marcus at ewi recruitment on m.mitchell(at)ewi-group.com

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.

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Highways Facility Engineer - Bangladesh
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Project-Based)
Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Available

About the Project:

Our firm is leading the supervision of a major Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)-financed Highway Improvement Project in Bangladesh. As part of this national infrastructure initiative, the project will deliver both main carriageway upgrades and a comprehensive set of ancillary facilities to support long-term operation, safety, and resilience of the corridor.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Facility Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team and take a key role in the design, supervision, and coordination of these essential facilities.

Facilities Covered by the Project:

According to JICA project documentation, the following facilities are included in the scope:

Maintenance Facilities - Offices, garages, and depots for road maintenance operationsTraffic Management Facilities - ITS equipment, control centers, surveillance systems, and signal infrastructureService Areas - Public rest areas including toilets, kiosks, fuel stations, and parking baysToll Plazas - Toll booths, control rooms, and electrical/communication systems for toll collectionDisaster Resilience Facilities (if applicable) - Evacuation centers, flood control installations, or emergency shelters

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and supervise the construction of all non-roadway facilities in accordance with project timelines and JICA standardsCoordinate architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems across various sitesReview contractor submittals, shop drawings, and technical specificationsManage day-to-day site activities, including inspections, quality monitoring, and contractor coordinationPrepare progress reports, manage documentation, participate in meetings, and liaise with stakeholders

Required Knowledge and Experience:

Technical ExpertiseSolid grounding in building services engineering (including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety)Familiarity with M&E systems and ITS infrastructure (e.g., traffic control, tolling, communications)Experience interfacing with civil works including utility routing, foundations, and structural integrationUnderstanding of international standards: BS, ASTM, IEC, and JICA design guidelines Construction Supervision & Site ManagementExperience in construction scheduling, QAPs, ITPs, and quality assurance practicesProven ability to coordinate with multiple specialized contractors (e.g., ICT, electrical, architectural)Comfortable preparing Minutes of Meetings (MOM), managing variation orders (VOs), non-conformance reports (NCRs), and punch lists Tools and StandardsProficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for drawing reviewsSkilled in using MS Project or Primavera for tracking construction schedulesFamiliar with ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and OSHA site safety standards Preferred BackgroundExperience in transport infrastructure involving facilities such as toll plazas, ITS control centers, and service areasPrior experience working in Bangladesh, South Asia, or similar project environmentsStrong English communication skills (oral and written) for reporting and stakeholder engagement

SEO

Road, Bridge, Highway, Expressway, Consulting Engineer, Facilities specialist, Resident Engineer, JICA, Bangladesh, Asia

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any International Infrastructure opportunities please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com

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.

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Highways Engineer (Construction Supervision) - Philippines

The market leading infrastructure recruitment specialist is seeking a Highways Engineer for an ongoing Highway Construction supervision project in the Philippines.

Opportunity:

My client is an International consultancy firm who have successfully carried out numerous projects in the region and around the world. The successful individual would be joining an international team and play a key role in the successful delivery of the project.

Responsibilities on the project:

The Highways Engineer shall be responsible for Supervising the Construction with a particular emphasis on Pavement and Material experience.

You shall be working closely with the Team Leader to:

Supervise the constructionCompile progress reportsResolve technical difficultiesHelp to avoid claims and delays.

Key requirements for the role:

Civil Engineering Degree8+ Road or Bridge Construction supervision projects5+ Donor/ ODA financed projects5+ Projects in South East Asia (Philippines preferable)

Language:

Fluent in English is essential

Salary Package:

The salary is flexible depending on experience but would be expected to be in the region of $10-12,000 per month Tax Free

Key Words / SEO

Civil, Roads, Highways, Resident Engineer, Highways Engineer, Road Safety, , Design and build, FIDIC, JICA, Asian Development Bank, ADB, World Bank WB, EBRD, Donor Funded, Urban Roads, South East Asia, Philippines

Closing Statement

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any senior Highway and Bridge jobs please contact Oliver Jones at ewi recruitment on o.jones(at)ewi-group.com

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.

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Highway Contracts Manager: Nepal

The market leading infrastructure recruitment specialist is seeking experienced Contracts Manager for an ongoing Highway project in Nepal funded by the ADB

Opportunity:

This leading International consultancy with a global reputation for delivering major highways and infrastructure projects around the world are looking for an experienced international expert to join their team for a 36 month assignment.

Working as part of international team you shall have a key role is ensuring the successful delivery of this Donor funded project.

Responsibilities:

The successful individual shall assist the Team Leader/Senior Road Engineer in reviewing the contract document and assisting in the evaluation of claims and disputes.

Key requirements for the role:

10 -15 years' professional experienceExtensive experience in highway supervision in the same position.Proven expertise with FIDIC Red Book or Pink Book contracts.Project experience in Asia and Europe or Asia and America is essentialDegree qualified (Master's preferred) in a related field.

Salary Package:

The salary package on offer is around $10,000-$12,000 with full expatriate package.

Language:

English (essential)

Key Words / SEO

Highway, Road, Construction, Contracts Manager, Claims, Project Controls, Construction, Construction Supervision, Consultancy, Consulting Engineer, Asia, Nepal, ADB, Asian Development bank

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any senior Highway and Bridge jobs please contact Marcus Mitchell at ewi recruitment on m.mitchell(at)ewi-group.com

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.

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.

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Highways Senior Contract Specialist: Nepal

The market leading infrastructure recruitment specialist is seeking experienced Contracts Specialist for an ongoing Highway project in Nepal.

Opportunity:

This leading International consultancy with a global reputation for delivering major highways and infrastructure projects around the world are looking for an experienced international expert to join their team for a 36 month assignment.

Working as part of international team you shall have a key role is ensuring the successful delivery of this Donor funded project.

Responsibilities:

The successful individual shall assist the Team Leader/Senior Road Engineer in reviewing the contract document and assisting in the evaluation of claims and disputes.

Key requirements for the role:

10 -15 years' professional experienceExtensive experience in highway supervision in the same role.Proven expertise with FIDIC Red Book or Pink Book contracts.Project experience in Asia & Pacific, Europe, and North or South America.Degree qualified (Master's preferred) in a related field.

Salary Package:

The salary package on offer is around $10,000-$12,000 with full expatriate package.

Language:

English (essential)

Key Words / SEO

Highway, Road, Construction, Contracts Manager, Claims, Project Controls, Construction, Construction Supervision, Consultancy, Consulting Engineer, Asia, Nepal

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

For more information on any senior Highway and Bridge jobs please contact Marcus Mitchell at ewi recruitment on m.mitchell(at)ewi-group.com

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.

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