Utilities, Roads and Stakeholder Senior Engineer

Role Purpose 

The Senior Engineer – Utilities, Roads & Stakeholder Management will be part of the site-based supervision team for a major infrastructure program. The role requires strong capability in utilities and road engineering, construction supervision, and stakeholder coordination.  

Key Responsibilities:

A. Technical & Engineering (Utilities & Roads) 

• Oversee daytoday site supervision of utilities and road infrastructure works. 

• Review and provide feedback on shop drawings, as-builts, method statements, material submittals, inspection requests and work procedures. 

• Monitor construction progress to ensure compliance with design, quality, and safety requirements. Raising non-compliance forms and monitoring close out where appropriate. 

• Conduct technical verification of works to ensure alignment with approved engineering documents. 

• Provide solutions to technical challenges related to utility diversions, road alignments, and interface works. 

• Respond to RFI submissions and coordinate necessary clarifications with the design office. 

• Maintain accurate project documentation, logs, and administrative records. 

• Support reporting and mitigation of safety, environmental, or quality concerns. 

B. Stakeholder & Authority Coordination 

• Coordinate with relevant authorities, utility agencies, and government bodies to support the Contractor obtain permits, NOCs, and approvals. 

• Maintain positive, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

• Track approval timelines and highlight impacts on project milestones. Presenting regular updates to the client and stakeholders. 

• Prepare and deliver stakeholder communication materials, presentations, and status reports. 

• Ensure all submissions follow correct regulatory procedures and statutory requirements. 

• Support discussions, clarifications, and negotiations with contractors and authorities when needed. 

C. Project Management & Communication 

• Liaise with design teams, contractors, consultants, and client representatives to ensure smooth information flow. 

• Ensure project teams remain updated on design changes, authority requirements, and critical issues. 

• Support identification of project risks and recommend mitigation strategies. 

• Manage one site inspector, managing workload and priorities with the main contractor. 

• Promote collaborative, ethical, and safety focused practices across workstreams.focused practices across workstreams. 

Candidate Requirements (Skills & Behaviours) 

Qualifications & Professional Background 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline. 

• Strong background in utilities and road infrastructure works. 

• Experience working on complex major projects such as metro, rail, steel plants, or other mega infrastructure developments would be an advantage. 

• Experience with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) would be an advantage. 

• Proven capability in stakeholder and authority coordination within large infrastructure environments. 

• Ability to lead and provide guidance in complex or challenging technical/coordination situations. 

Technical Competencies 

• Proficient understanding of engineering standards for utilities, roads, and civil infrastructure works. 

• Strong knowledge of approvals processes for roads and utilities in largescale projects. 

• Ability to interpret and review designs, specifications, and construction documentation. 

• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 

Behavioural Competencies 

• Clear and effective communication skills. 

• Proactive, solution oriented mindset with strong problem solving ability.oriented mindset with strong problemsolving ability. 

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities. 

• Ability to build trusted professional relationships across multidisciplinary teams. 

• Commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and high quality project delivery.quality project delivery. 

• Ability to think strategically and adapt to evolving project requirements. 

4. Additional Information 

• The role is based onsite and requires active engagement with contractors, consultants, authorities, and stakeholders. 

• Candidates are expected to demonstrate independence, accountability, and strong collaboration skills.