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Resident Engineer

SMECChennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaPosted 18 May 2026

SMEC is seeking a Resident Engineer to lead on-site supervision and contract administration for large-scale water infrastructure projects. The role involves managing FIDIC-based contracts, overseeing daily construction activities, and ensuring compliance with technical specifications and quality standards. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to monitor progress and enforce safety protocols. This position is essential for ensuring the successful execution and commissioning of critical infrastructure works.

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Experience

Experience not specified

Function

Engineering

Work mode

Onsite, India

Company

Tier 2

What you will work on

SMEC is seeking a Resident Engineer to lead on-site supervision and contract administration for large-scale water infrastructure projects. The role involves managing FIDIC-based contracts, overseeing daily construction activities, and ensuring compliance with technical specifications and quality standards. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to monitor progress and enforce safety protocols. This position is essential for ensuring the successful execution and commissioning of critical infrastructure works.

TAL's take

Quality 55/1005/5 clarityTier 2 company

Solid, clearly defined role within a large, established international infrastructure consultancy.

The JD is extremely specific regarding the technical environment (FIDIC contracts), the project type (water infrastructure), and the daily responsibilities.

Must haves

  • Experience with FIDIC Conditions of Contract (1999 Red/Yellow or 2008 Gold Book)
  • Experience in day-to-day on-site construction supervision
  • Contract administration experience for large infrastructure projects
  • Ability to enforce QA/QC systems and monitor contractor compliance
  • Knowledge of IFI safeguards and ESHS requirements

Tools and skills

fidic contractscontract administrationconstruction supervisionqa/qcsite inspection

About the company

SMEC is a large international engineering and development consultancy with a significant global footprint.