Civil & Construction Expert

Palladium: Make It Possible · Bihar, India

• Role Overview:

• Review architectural, civil, and structural designs, drawings, estimates, and specifications submitted by consultants and contractors.
• Verify compliance of designs with applicable engineering standards, codes, safety requirements, and project specifications.
• Assess structural adequacy, functionality, constructability, and cost-effectiveness of proposed designs.
• Review design modifications and recommend necessary improvements or corrective measures.
• Provide technical inputs during project planning, implementation, and project review stages.
• Support evaluation and approval of technical proposals related to project infrastructure works.

• Supervise construction activities at project sites to ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, and construction schedules.
• Conduct regular site inspections and monitor physical progress of civil and structural works.
• Verify implementation of project activities according to approved quality standards.
• Identify site-level technical issues and recommend corrective actions for timely resolution.
• Monitor contractor performance and adherence to project timelines and deliverables.
• Ensure proper execution of civil, structural, finishing, and related infrastructure works.
• Verify achievement of construction milestones and completion of project activities.

• Establish and monitor quality assurance and quality control procedures for construction works.
• Ensure compliance with approved construction methodologies, technical specifications, and safety standards.
• Conduct inspections of materials, workmanship, and completed works.
• Verify quality test reports, laboratory results, and compliance documentation.
• Monitor use of approved materials and construction practices.
• Identify quality deficiencies and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Assist in quality audits, inspections, and technical evaluations.

• Verify contractor bills, running account (RA) bills, and final bills based on actual work executed.
• Review and certify measurements, quantities, and progress claims submitted by contractors.
• Verify quantities against approved drawings, estimates, and site measurements.
• Check compliance of executed works with approved specifications before certification.
• Assist in preparation, review, and certification of Measurement Books (MBs).
• Ensure transparency, accuracy, and accountability in quantity verification and bill certification processes.
• Support financial monitoring related to construction activities.

• Monitor project implementation progress against approved construction schedules and work plans.
• Prepare periodic technical progress reports and site inspection reports.
• Track achievement of construction milestones and project deliverables.
• Report project delays, technical risks, cost escalation issues, and implementation challenges.
• Provide recommendations for improving project efficiency and timely completion.
• Support preparation of presentations, technical notes, and project review documents.

• Coordinate with Project Coordinators, contractors, consultants, PACS representatives, and State-level implementing agencies.
• Participate in technical review meetings, site inspections, progress review meetings, and stakeholder consultations.
• Provide technical guidance and clarification to implementation teams whenever required.
• Facilitate resolution of engineering and execution-related issues.
• Support capacity-building initiatives and technical awareness activities under the project.

• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, engineering standards, project guidelines, and statutory requirements.
• Monitor implementation of occupational health and safety measures at project sites.
• Maintain records of inspections, site observations, test reports, certifications, and technical approvals.
• Document project progress through reports, photographs, measurements, and technical records.
• Support audits, technical assessments, and project evaluation exercises.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from a recognized university/institution.

• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Professional certification in Project Management, Construction Management, Quality Management, or Structural Design will be an added advantage.

• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, structural engineering, construction supervision, infrastructure project management, quality assurance, and quantity verification.
• Experience in supervision and execution of building construction and infrastructure projects.

• Experience in warehouse, storage infrastructure, agricultural infrastructure, cooperative sector projects, government projects, or rural development programmes.
• Experience working with NAFED, NABARD, NCDC, State Government Departments, Cooperative Institutions, or similar organizations.
• Experience in bill verification, measurement certification, and contractor management.

• Civil and Structural Engineering
• Design Review and Technical Evaluation
• Construction Supervision and Site Management
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)
• Quantity Surveying and Measurement Verification
• Bill Certification and Cost Monitoring
• Project Planning and Progress Monitoring
• Risk Assessment and Technical Problem Solving
• Contract and Construction Management

• AutoCAD
• STAAD Pro / ETABS (Desirable)
• MS Project (Desirable)
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint

• Strong Analytical and Technical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Problem-Solving Ability
• Effective Communication Skills
• Stakeholder Coordination and Relationship Management
• Time Management and Planning
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Accountability and Professional Integrity
• Result-Oriented Approach

• Timely completion of assigned project infrastructure works.
• Quality of construction and compliance with approved specifications.
• Accuracy of design reviews and technical recommendations.
• Timeliness and accuracy of quantity verification and bill certification.
• Resolution of technical issues and project bottlenecks.
• Compliance with quality assurance and safety standards.
• Accuracy and timeliness of technical reporting and documentation.
• Achievement of project milestones within approved timelines and budgets.