ASSISTANT RESIDENT ENGINEER

The Assistant Resident Engineer isresponsible for performing all the administrative and operational functions necessary for the day to day operation of the project. In the absence of the Resident Engineer, the Assistant will assume his duties.

1. Responsible for administration of construction contract works, and assist the RE with prompt exchange of correspondence, submittals, and RFI's to all contractors.
2. Orient, assign, and supervise the construction inspection staff on a daily basis so that all contractor activities are adequately covered.
3. Supervise and remain vigilant regarding all aspects of the construction activities. Respond with appropriate and necessary levels of construction supervision to provide quality assurance in accordance with contract documents.
4. Coordinate the interface of the construction work with other contractors on the site. Orient inspectors to verify that contractor is following his approved site Health & Safety plan.
5. Assist the RE and QS team in negotiations with the contractor regarding the value of claims or changes in schedule.
6. Review the contractor's progress at all times. Monitor the material incorporated in the work, the materials stored at the site, and the contractor's manpower and equipment.
7. Attend weekly, monthly, and other progress meetings held at the site as required by the SRE. Identify constraints and recommend corrective measures.
8. Review inspector's daily reports and preparation of engineer's daily diary, and general oversight of inspector's daily activities including works assignments, on-site performance, and guidance on the supervision of the contractor's operations.
9. Coordination with contractor's supervisory personnel regarding schedule, sequence, and method of work.
10. Continuous inspections and consultation with the SRE including the preparation of written and oral reports to the RE on contractual and procedural matters.