Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer – Railway Infrastructure Projects

Location: Kerala

Educational Qualification:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering (Mandatory)

Experience Required:

• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in Civil Engineering, with at least 8 years in Indian Railway or Metro Rail projects.
• Hands-on experience across multiple domains such as Earthwork, Bridges, Track Formation, Station Buildings, Retaining Structures, Drainage Works, Protective Works, and Allied Civil Structures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate civil engineering works related to Railway Track, Formation, Bridges, Buildings, and Yards.
• Prepare and review GADs, detailed drawings, bar bending schedules, and construction methodology as per RDSO / IRPWM / IRS specifications.
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to Indian Railway codes, IS codes, RDSO guidelines, and MoR standards.
• Plan and monitor project execution to achieve targeted timelines, quality, and safety.
• Conduct technical evaluation of materials, mix designs, and test results (e.g., concrete, aggregates, reinforcement, soil).
• Coordinate with Railway officials, Consultants, and Contractors for approvals, inspections, and work certification.
• Verify BOQs, estimates, and tender documents, and assist in cost analysis and value engineering.
• Manage and guide site engineers and survey teams for earthwork, alignment setting, and level control.
• Ensure proper documentation, DPR preparation, and progress reporting as per Railway contract requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential technical risks, site constraints, or design discrepancies.
• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and quality excellence at site.

Technical Competencies:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other engineering tools.
• Strong understanding of track geometry, formation design, and bridge foundations.
• Familiarity with railway contracts, tender documentation, measurement books, and billing procedures.
• Sound knowledge of IS codes, IRC, IRS, RDSO Manuals, IRPWM, and NBC standards.
• Experience in execution of major bridges, minor bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and station structures.
• Understanding of surveying instruments (Total Station, Auto Level, GPS) and quality control testing.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Excellent leadership and team coordination skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making ability.
• Good written and verbal communication in English and Hindi (knowledge of regional languages is an advantage).
• Ability to multitask and deliver under tight project schedules.
• High degree of ownership and integrity.

Preferred Exposure:

• Doubling, gauge conversion, or new line railway projects.
• Foundation and substructure design experience (Open / Well / Pile).
• Working under traffic blocks and live railway conditions.
• Liaison with Railway Divisions, Construction Units, RITES, RVNL, IRCON, DFCCIL, or Metro Rail agencies.

Other Requirements:

• Willing to travel and be stationed at remote project sites.
• Should possess valid ID proofs and be conversant with Railway site safety and QAP procedures.
• Immediate joiners or short-notice candidates preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹65,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person