Civil Site Engineer (m/w/d)

ib vogt is firmly committed to supporting the decarbonisation of the global electricity sector. The company focuses on the global development of turnkey PV plants and battery storage projects as well as the expansion of its IPP portfolio. In these areas, the company performs all integral services of the value chain from development, financing, and EPC, to O&M and asset management.

Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, ib vogt has established various offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Africa as part of its presence in over 40 countries. The company works together with numerous partners globally, augmenting its in-house team of over 900 staff. ib vogt has built or has in construction more than 4 GW of PV power plants globally with a project pipeline of more than 60 GWp.

Job Description

Location: Ajuy, Iloilo, Philippines

Employment Type: 10-months fixed-term contract (extendable)

Summary

The sucessful candidate will be responsible for managing all civil engineering aspects of the project, including land development works and structural engineering aspect, ensuring that construction activities align with design specifications, safety regulations, and project timelines.

Key Accountabilities

1. Oversee all on-site civil construction activities, including foundation work, structures, and land development.
2. Ensure construction processes comply with technical drawings, design specifications, and industry standards.
3. Conduct inspections to maintain quality control across all civil engineering works.
4. Identify, report, and resolve any non-conformities or defects in construction.
5. Work closely with project managers, design engineers, and other site professionals.
6. Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
7. Monitor and report progress, ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.
8. Assist in preparing and reviewing work schedules, resource allocation plans, and risk assessments.
9. Enforce site-specific safety protocols and conduct regular safety inspections.
10. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory safety requirements.
11. Prepare reports for management, summarizing progress, and any challenges encountered.
12. Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, material usage, and equipment logs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in civil engineering roles within the power utilities, renewable energy particularly in ground mounted solar power plant, or large scale construction industry.
• Licensed Civil Engineer
• Proficiency in construction methodologies and techniques.
• Familiarity with industry-relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools).
• Strong understanding of civil engineering standards, codes, and regulations.
• Familiar with MS Project or any project planning software.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Certification in health and safety standards (e.g., OSHA, NEBOSH) is an advantage.
• Basic Occupational Safety and Health (BOSH) and Construction Occupational Safety and Health (COSH) certifications an added advantage.
• English and Ilonggo (local dialect)

Other Requirements

• Willingness to work on-site and travel to project locations as needed.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in ground mounted solar power plant rolling terrain is an added advantage.

What We Can Offer

• Dynamic and diverse work environment with colleagues from around the world.
• A truly international exposure.
• An open-minded and highly motivated team.
• Interesting and challenging tasks.
• Encourage both teamwork and personal responsibility.
• Great opportunities for professional and personal growth & experience.

At ib vogt, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation and helps us better serve the global communities we operate in. As an equal opportunity employer, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, or any other protected status.

We strive to create an accessible recruitment process for all candidates and are happy to discuss reasonable accommodations to support your application. As a global company, we acknowledge that accessibility provisions may vary by location depending on local infrastructure and legal requirements. If you have a disability or require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know - we will do our best to support you.