Chief Resident Engineer (Civil)

Job description

SYSTRA, an international consulting and engineering group specialising in public transport and mobility, is collecting applications in Dhaka for the position of Chief Resident Engineer (Civil). Currently, we are bidding for Bangladesh Railways projects across India. The position of Chief Resident Engineer - Civil is the key position in these BIDs. The role is advertised as a key position in SYSTRA's bids for Bangladesh Railways projects and is offered on a contract basis. Duties include: Assist in the design of new railway bridges, including RCC, PSC, and steel structures (ROB, RUB, FOB, minor & major bridges).; Prepare and review General Arrangement Drawings (GADs), structural drawings, and bar bending schedules.; Oversee construction activities at bridge sites to ensure compliance with design, drawings, and quality standards.; Coordinate with contractors, site engineers, and consultants to resolve technical issues during execution.; Monitor casting, erection, and launching of bridge components.; Conduct inspections of ongoing and completed bridge works to ensure structural integrity and workmanship..

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of new railway bridges, including RCC, PSC, and steel structures (ROB, RUB, FOB, minor & major bridges).
• Prepare and review General Arrangement Drawings (GADs), structural drawings, and bar bending schedules.
• Oversee construction activities at bridge sites to ensure compliance with design, drawings, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, site engineers, and consultants to resolve technical issues during execution.
• Monitor casting, erection, and launching of bridge components.
• Conduct inspections of ongoing and completed bridge works to ensure structural integrity and workmanship.
• Verify reinforcement placement, concrete quality, shuttering, and alignment during various construction stages.
• Ensure proper documentation of checklists, test results, and site records.
• Participate in design and progress review meetings, and address queries from clients or approving authorities.
• Review and validate survey data related to bridge location, alignment, and profile levels.
• Coordinate with survey teams to assess topographical and geotechnical conditions for foundation suitability.
• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports and maintain logs for construction stages.
• Ensure compliance with Indian Railway safety norms and quality control procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Must have a professional qualification as a civil engineer or other applicable professional qualifications.
• 20 years of professional experience.
• Must have proficiency in English
• 15 years of professional experience in civil construction, including one large-scale (>USD 1 billion) underground and elevated metro projects.
• 5 years of working experience as a Resident Engineer (Civil) in the underground metro project.
• 2 years of work experience in outside Expert’s country
• Working experience in SAARC/ASEAN region would be preferable.
• Ensure the work is done according to shop drawings, work plan/schedule, quality assurance, safety plan and methodology.
• Examine work plan/schedule and methodology submitted by the Contractor and recommend if any improvement is required.
• Assist in preparation of draft Work Procedure Manual, required drawings & methodology and detailed proposal for submission for GIBR approval.
• Indian Railway Bridge Codes (IRS: CBC, Bridge Rules)
• Foundation systems (Open, Well, Pile)
• Construction methodologies (cast-in-situ, precast, launching girders)
• Railway clearance norms and approvals
• Software Skills: AutoCAD, STAAD Pro, MIDAS (basic), MS Excel, MS Project