PROJECT LEAD SUPERVISION CONSULTANT

Role Objective:

To lead and manage the supervision consultant team on-site, ensuring that the project is executed in accordance with the contract documents, specifications, and applicable codes, while supporting the Client (as the Engineer) in delivering the project safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Interface with the Client

• Act as the main point of contact between the Client and the Supervision Consultant team.
• Ensure the alignment of supervision activities with the Clients objectives, timeline, and project strategy.
• Participate in high-level coordination meetings with the Client, Contractor(s), and other stakeholders.
• Advise the Client on site-related engineering matters, construction challenges, and technical issues.
• Provide regular briefings and reports to the Client regarding progress, risks, and site conditions.
• Lead the site supervision team , inspectors, and technical staff across disciplines (civil, MEP, architectural, etc.).
• Monitor contractor's compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Ensure all inspections, testing, and quality control procedures are effectively implemented and documented.
• Support the implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) plans and ensure that risks are mitigated.
• Support the Client (Engineer) in the administration of the construction contract.
• Assist in the evaluation and recommendation of contractor's claims, variations, and change orders.
• Ensure the proper recording of site instructions, non-conformance reports (NCRs), technical queries (TQs), and other contractual communications.
• Support in progress measurement and payment certification by verifying quantities and work done.
• Provide input on design changes from site perspective and assist the Client in coordinating with the Design Consultant when required.
• Identify and help resolve site conflicts or discrepancies in design documents.
• Ensure the contractors work is progressing in line with the approved schedule.
• Highlight any deviations or delays to the Client and propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and KPIs for review by the Client.
• Maintain close coordination with governmental and utility authorities to ensure compliance and timely approvals.
• Facilitate clear communication between all parties to minimize misunderstandings or disputes.
• Lead or participate in key meetings such as progress meetings, technical workshops, and coordination sessions.
• Oversee the final inspection, testing, and commissioning phases in collaboration with the Client.
• Support the preparation and review of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and snagging lists.
• Ensure that defect liability period (DLP) procedures are understood and implemented.
• Assist the Client in the final handover of the project to the end user or operator.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in construction supervision on large-scale projects (15+ years of experience).
• Deep understanding of FIDIC contracts and contract administration.
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and complex construction interfaces.
• High level of technical acumen and problem-solving ability on-site.

Vertical:
Engineering