What is the role of a New Construction Site Engineer?
The New Construction Site Engineer works in close synergy with the Site Manager and the Site Foreman, whom he supervises, and with the Business Engineer who follows the project remotely. He also collaborates with various support departments—methods, purchasing, legal—and communicates directly with the Factory Director and the Design Office.
What are the responsibilities of a New Construction Site Engineer?
- During the preparation phase, the Site Engineer creates the execution schedule, prepares the site, and designates the different architectural trades. In collaboration with the Methods Office, he develops and approves the project phasing and selects the necessary equipment, tools, and materials.
- During the construction phase, the Site Engineer supervises the site, ensures proper execution of the works, and the smooth sequencing of tasks. He reviews the reports submitted by the Site Foremen, manages client relations, and coordinates partner subcontractors.
- As part of his responsibilities as a Site Engineer, he also prepares quotes for additional work requested by the client and handles billing throughout the construction period. He also validates invoices from partner subcontractors.
- Once construction is complete, the Site Engineer is responsible for final project handover.
What are the skills and qualities of a New Construction Site Engineer?
The Site Engineer must demonstrate a strong ability to adapt. He must be able to anticipate and break down all the tasks to be performed, scheduling them over time.
He has strong leadership skills and enjoys working in a team.
The Site Engineer must be comfortable with tools and procedures specific to GA Smart Building.
His conduct must be impeccable, as he holds delegated authority from the Group in dealings with all project contractors.
Michel, New Construction Site Engineer at GA Smart Building
I joined GA Smart Building as a final-year intern after completing my engineering studies, and I progressed to the role of Senior Site Engineer. I was immediately drawn to the company, its projects, and its unique construction methods. GA is a company that trusts its people and gives them responsibility. Moreover, being a Site Engineer is exciting—every day brings new challenges, and the tasks are incredibly diverse
A Day with Michel, New Construction Site Engineer at GA Smart Building
Start of the day
Morning briefing on site with the Senior Site Manager and the Site Foreman. Site inspection to ensure that PPE (personal protective equipment) is worn correctly and that all safety measures are in place. Check the progress of ongoing works.
10:00 AM
Lead a site meeting with subcontractor partners. Review the schedule, inspect execution plans, choose and approve materials, architectural and technical packages. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
2:00 PM
Lead a steering committee meeting with the client and project partners. On the agenda: administrative contract updates, including subcontractor approvals, insurance questions, and tracking project changes. Review project progress and budget. Validate with the client the final execution documents and materials to be installed.
End of the day
Write up minutes from the day’s meetings. Conduct technical and financial assessments for proposed design changes.